Thanks! Are credit cards there common?
What's a typical daily cash burn like? More like spending a day hanging out in Berkeley, SF, NY, or London?
I'm trying to figure out how much cash to get.
Cards are very common and you can pay for most things. Obviously you can charge to your room when in your hotel to minimise transaction charges.
I'd compare prices with London/Manhattan for e.g. Starbucks, etc. Alcohol is expensive; think USD10+ for a beer/cocktail. Only hotels bars and restaurants serve alcohol.