ChrisOz Posted November 1, 2016 #1 Share Posted November 1, 2016 In a few days I depart on the Spirit for New Caledonia, Fiji and Vanuatu. I know I can use my credit card on board. Cashless effectively. I am guessing that I have the option, for when I am at port to: (1) Bring a little of the three currencies to cover whatever shore trips and expenses. (2) Pay a lot more at a money changer who will surely be very nearby at the port. I am planning to "wing it" and go for option (2). The exchange rate won't be too bad will it? Or do sucker rates apply? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xitappers2bx Posted November 1, 2016 #2 Share Posted November 1, 2016 (edited) In a few days I depart on the Spirit for New Caledonia, Fiji and Vanuatu. I know I can use my credit card on board. Cashless effectively. I am guessing that I have the option, for when I am at port to: (1) Bring a little of the three currencies to cover whatever shore trips and expenses. (2) Pay a lot more at a money changer who will surely be very nearby at the port. I am planning to "wing it" and go for option (2). The exchange rate won't be too bad will it? Or do sucker rates apply? I was in Europe this summer... at the currency exchanges, the rates were insanely higher than what I paid for currency buying it early through my bank... where I had paid like 1.11-1.19 per euro, they were charing 1.39-1.59 per euro depending on the location. Conversely, you could just use your credit card. It sounds like it may be too late anyway to buy currency. You may find semi-decent rates in the airport, but probably not as good as a bank could have bought them at. Edited November 1, 2016 by xitappers2bx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuckeyeCruiseGuy Posted November 1, 2016 #3 Share Posted November 1, 2016 All three accept AUD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MMastell Posted November 1, 2016 #4 Share Posted November 1, 2016 All of the countries will accept Australian Dollars. Take care, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micahs Grandad Posted November 1, 2016 #5 Share Posted November 1, 2016 In the future we will find local ATM's. Our local bank will refund fees and supposedly will get very good exchange rates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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