Originally Posted by
noirpepper
ilovetofly, I'm following a similar itinerary as your to Lima and what would be the best way to get local currency at Lima? Safe ATMs in the hotel/airport? How much cash to carry around for the touristy things? TIA
I recommend withdrawing cash from the ATM. I withdraw cash from the ATMs (mainly Scotiabank) but never from something named Globalnet (sp?) they have yellow signs... they are the ones in the airport. You learn after the transaction that you got socked with a fee. If you have dollars you can use them for your purchases and get Soles in change. I prefer to change dollars in the Vivanda supermarkets or at my friend's cafe in Miraflores.