How do I change my currency on Royal Caribbean?
How do I change my currency on Royal Caribbean? When and where do I authorize Royal Caribbean to convert my onboard charges instead of my bank? Authorization for participation in the currency conversion program can be selected during online check-in (on the bottom of the SetSail? Pass), but the final authorization is made at the port during the pre-cruise check-in.
Can you avoid gratuities on Royal Caribbean?
In the unlikely event that a guest onboard being charged the daily automatic gratuity does not receive satisfactory service, the guest may request to modify the daily amount at their discretion by visiting Guest Services onboard and will be able to do so until the morning of their departure.
Do all the Caribbean islands use the same currency?
There are 13 currencies in use across the Caribbean, such as the Mexican Peso, the Barbadian Dollar and even the US Dollar! Check our individual destination guides for the best currency for your Caribbean holiday.
Do credit cards automatically convert currency?
Yes, credit card companies automatically convert foreign currencies to the domestic currency using their exchange rate.
How do you avoid fees when exchange currency?
- Get a no-foreign-transaction-fee credit card. Though most credit cards do charge foreign transaction fees, there are a number that don't. ...
- Use a debit/checking account with no foreign transaction fees. ...
- Pay in the local currency.
What is the best currency to use in the Caribbean?
But most widely accepted throughout the Caribbean is the U.S. dollar. It is the legal currency of the U.S. Virgin Islands, the British Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico, and will be recognized just about anywhere you go. As such, throughout this guide, prices are listed in U.S. dollars.
Do I need cash on a cruise ship?
There is no need for cash. The same goes for most gratuities. Cruise lines now offer prepaid options for gratuities to your room steward and dining room waiters. So you can pay them before you even get on the ship.
What is the best currency to take on a cruise?
As US Dollars are so widely used across the Caribbean, a secure currency card can be really handy for your holiday spends. Simply load it with dollars before you go and you can top up while you're travelling, withdraw money from cash machines and make contactless payments.
How much money should I take on a 7 day cruise?
Many people suggest $100 per day, and this has generally worked well for me in my cruising experiences, but there are a lot of variables to consider.