What to bring; cash or credit cards

[HMSDingy]

We are a Canadian couple taking a European cruise onboard the Island Princess this August and are wondering what form of currency should we bring. I know the onboard payments are done in US but what about when ashore? Would it be better in cash being the local currency, or a credit card?  

[CruiserBruce]

Same answer as on your other thread. By the way, there have been many discussions on the topic. Credit cards are first priority. 

[euro cruiser]

I noticed a marked difference post-Covid, things that were always paid in cash in Italy are now paid with credit cards, it's more common than in the past.  I still like to have currency on me but for most things you can get away without it.

 

Coins to pay for public restrooms are often needed, that's one exception to the credit card rule.

[realnice46]

Some smaller businesses and street only take cash too.

[AlaskaGoer]

My 2 cents.

 

Bring cash, but if places use cards,  use it to save the cash.