RRush1969 Posted May 21, 2018 #1 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Does anyone recommend exchanging for local currency in?Jamaica Grand Caymen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLCruise7 Posted May 21, 2018 #2 Share Posted May 21, 2018 I think all the Caribbean ports take US$$. Have never converted cash for those cruises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nchikk Posted May 21, 2018 #3 Share Posted May 21, 2018 "Anyone" might...I don't. Why would you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted May 21, 2018 #4 Share Posted May 21, 2018 To confirm, those ports of call - as do almost all in the Caribbean - accept US $. No reason to exchange for local currency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted May 21, 2018 #5 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Just bring enough small US bills to be able to pay with the exact amount. Some places will give local currency as change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted May 21, 2018 #6 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Just bring enough small US bills to be able to pay with the exact amount. Some places will give local currency as change. You are correct, but not in Grand Cayman and not in our experience in Jamaica, which are the ports of call referenced by the OP. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane.in.ny Posted May 21, 2018 #7 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Just make sure the bills are in very good condition. You want to bring bills that are not torn or dirty. If you have bills in good shape but badly wrinkled, just iron them. I do it all the time. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted May 21, 2018 #8 Share Posted May 21, 2018 You are correct, but not in Grand Cayman and not in our experience in Jamaica, which are the ports of call referenced by the OP. :) we have used USD in GC in the restaurants/shops also in Jamaica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philob Posted May 21, 2018 #9 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Was in Grand Cayman for a week; USD is accepted in shops catering to tourists, particularly those in Georgetown around the waterfront and along 7 Mile Beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldubs Posted May 21, 2018 #10 Share Posted May 21, 2018 "Anyone" might...I don't. Why would you? I don't follow? The OP was asking if it is recommended. Why would be so purchases could be made. As others have responded, it is not needed because dollars are accepted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheezedr Posted May 21, 2018 #11 Share Posted May 21, 2018 Pick up $40-50 in ones at your bank. You can always add up, you don’t want to have to get change. Useful for small purchases, tips, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaveitallbehind Posted May 21, 2018 #12 Share Posted May 21, 2018 we have used USD in GC in the restaurants/shops also in Jamaica My quote was misstated - my fault. US$ are accepted in most Caribbean ports of call and most definitely in Grand Cayman and Jamaica - the ports referenced by the OP - as referenced in my first response #4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_BJ Posted May 21, 2018 #13 Share Posted May 21, 2018 it is WISE to know the exchange rate ......... Cayman in particular messes folks up .......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philob Posted May 22, 2018 #14 Share Posted May 22, 2018 :evilsmile:I think you'll need KYD (Cayman $) to buy postage stamps from the post office in Hell:evilsmile: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRF Posted May 22, 2018 #15 Share Posted May 22, 2018 it is WISE to know the exchange rate ......... Cayman in particular messes folks up .......... I use the XE app on my phone. It updates exchange rates daily if you have a data connection (cell data or wifi). And can shows rates across several currencies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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