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phclub · 08-29-2009, 10:38 AM

HI there, this is my first time (Sept 18) to Aruba and wondering how to pay for things. US dollar, exchange to Aruba currency or use debit card. All thoughts are welcome.

Sgroi135 · 08-29-2009, 10:46 AM

They take US currency everywhere! You can use your debit card. Just check with your bank to make sure they don't charge any extra fees....

*Arubalisa* · 08-29-2009, 11:21 AM

Also check with you bank as to your personal liability for your debit card. They are not always the same as the 'traditional" $50 on a credit card.

Linda VH · 08-29-2009, 11:46 AM

If you are going to use ANY bank cards call their customer service before you leave and let them know you'll be in Aruba. If you don't they may very well not let the transaction go through. How many times have I seen a befuddled tourist at Ling's insisting that his card was indeed good! Then they have to go to customer service and call the bank, etc. etc.

*Arubalisa* · 08-29-2009, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Linda VH

I seen a befuddled tourist at Ling's insisting that his card was indeed good!

Ling's is a supermarket.

Great point for credit cards and debit cards.

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Linda VH Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 255	If you are going to use ANY bank cards call their customer service before you leave and let them know you'll be in Aruba. If you don't they may very well not let the transaction go through. How many times have I seen a befuddled tourist at Ling's insisting that his card was indeed good! Then they have to go to customer service and call the bank, etc. etc. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook