Exchange money to Pesos?

Should I exchange some U.S. currency to pesos before I get on the ship?


Linda in Oakland

You don't have to, all the shops take US$. Just take small bills since most will have trouble making change in US$.

[California Cruiser]

I've gone to Mexico 8 times in the last 5 years. Don't change any money into pesos. The ports where the cruise liners stop are happy to have your dollars. For a weeks visit to Mexico I usually take at least $50 in singles for tiping, to purachse items from the street vendors and for taxis. All of my other purchase are made with a credit card.

[Chuck Palm]

If you need pesos just look for the "Cambio" sign. Dollars don't get great exchange rates from merchants unless you know the going rate and agree to it before purchase is finalized. (There are Cambios on every other corner because it's a big business and they will exchange at a published rate.) Banks will give a slightly higher exchange rate but usually there are lines to wade through.

[SWACKMAN]

I used a cash machine in Cozumel.. was a little tough to find, but my spanglish entertained my family!