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Below, is everything you should need to know about exchanging money. In my experience the best places to exchange money are at a bank or a bank ATM. You will need to bring your passport and a copy of your passport. The exchange rate is dictated by the bank, but is usually very fair. If you know the exchange rate in advance, you can look for the bank that most closely matches this rate.
Note: Most ATMs in Mexico accept four-digit PINs only, so if you have a five- or six-digit number, check with your bank to see if you can get a temporary four-digit number for your trip.
Note: Establishments that quote their prices primarily in U. Prices in this guide are listed in the currency advertised by the establishment. Visa and MasterCard credit and debit cards are widely accepted by higher-end Baja hotels and restaurants, supermarkets, retail stores, and tour operators; American Express and other cards are not. At smaller hotels, restaurants, and retailers, expect to pay cash.
Beware of hidden credit card fees while traveling. Check with your credit or debit card issuer to see what fees, if any, will be charged for overseas transactions. Recent reform legislation in the U. The best rule of thumb is to do as others are doing around you.
If you're going to rent a car for your stay, we recommend doing so at the airport - that way you save yourself the money of the airport transfer back and forth. At the airport, you'll find all the major companies like Avis and Dollar. Click Here for the best rates - it's the site we use ourselves. If renting a car, you will be required to purchase Mexican Liability insurance. Check with your credit card company, because they will often cover the theft and collision insurance on the vehicle, saving you some money.
You don't need an international drivers license - but you do need a valid drivers license in your country. Cabo San Lucas is very safe to walk around, even at night. You will probably never see an incident of any kind. However, do use common sense, as you would anywhere. Los Cabos is filled with timeshare salesmen trying to get you into a presentation. They'll normally start a conversation with "where are you from? Unless you are actually in the market for timeshare, please don't humor these folks.
Just say "no gracias" and move on. Trust us - you'll be glad you did. This includes "welcome packages", "free taxis", and the like. Cabo San Lucas is on Mountain Standard Time, 1 hour ahead of the west coast, and 2 hours behind the east coast. It is not customary to tip taxi drivers unless they help you with your bags or expend some extra effort to help you.
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