1. Going on a trip don’t forget to take an English phrasebook, it will help to find common ground with locals. Typically, in large hotels, restaurants and shopping malls staff is fluent in foreign languages.
2. The system of cashless payment is widespread. Shops accept virtually all types of international cards, including Master Card, VISA and American Express. Cash will be useful to those who plan to attend small street restaurants and shops away from the city center.
3. You should only pay with the national currency, any other won’t be accepted. It isn’t recommended to pay for purchases with large denomination bills, because in small shops where you can not verify their authenticity the money won’t be accepted.
4. Banks and other government agencies serve customers from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Longest working hours in a number of government agencies will be on Friday, when customers can be served up to 6:00-7:00pm .
6. At any time, vacationers can take a taxi. It is recommended to call it by phone. Also, a car can be picked on the parking place; as a rule, such places are located close to major entertainment and shopping centers. You can hail a taxi on the street, but this method is not the most effective.
7. To rent a car you will need to have a driver's license. Usually rent payment is made by credit card. Only people over 21 years can rent a car; in some companies the minimum age is 25 years.
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9. In restaurants it’s customary to leave a tip; 10-15% of the total order will be enough. A similar cash reward is given to taxi drivers; common tip for hotel staff is 0.5-1 USD.