Currency Controls
Mar 6, 23, 10:28 am
#271
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Originally Posted by Eastbay1K
Based upon that comment, I can't say I'd be eager to use the AX card. One to two billing cycles, so long after I've paid the bill? We may not have data points for another two months from anyone.
Mar 6, 23, 5:59 pm
#272
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Visa gives you the almost MEP rate as they process the transaction
Mastercard gives you the rebate about 3/4 days after processing the transaction at the official rate.
AMEX are just messing about their loyal card holders.
Mastercard gives you the rebate about 3/4 days after processing the transaction at the official rate.
AMEX are just messing about their loyal card holders.
Mar 13, 23, 8:04 am
#273
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Article from CNBC
Article from CNBC
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/11/i-do...ange-rate.html
“I just traveled to Argentina — and doubled my money with a ‘black market’ exchange rate”
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/11/i-do...ange-rate.html
Last edited by Flying Machine; Mar 13, 23 at 12:00 pm
Mar 15, 23, 3:58 pm
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Originally Posted by Flying Machine
Article from CNBC
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/11/i-do...ange-rate.html
“I just traveled to Argentina — and doubled my money with a ‘black market’ exchange rate”
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/11/i-do...ange-rate.html
Mar 24, 23, 10:28 am
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Are there any available tricks to book an AirBnB in Argentina and pay using ARG Pesos? I don't see it available as an currency option on the AirBnB site.
Mar 24, 23, 11:28 am
#276
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Originally Posted by TravelTheWorld66
Are there any available tricks to book an AirBnB in Argentina and pay using ARG Pesos? I don't see it available as an currency option on the AirBnB site.
Mar 24, 23, 12:24 pm
#277
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Originally Posted by TravelTheWorld66
Are there any available tricks to book an AirBnB in Argentina and pay using ARG Pesos? I don't see it available as an currency option on the AirBnB site.
HOWEVER, Booking.com has apartments, many that are the same apartment listed on AirBnB. I would say 3/4 of our Booking.com Argentine lodgings, we selected "pay at hotel" and used Pesos. Our one month trip in Patagonia was much cheaper because of this.
Ask me any questions.
Mar 24, 23, 3:17 pm
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Originally Posted by mtl49
Will using a Canadian credit card (Visa or MC) also benefit from the Blue exchange rate?
Mar 24, 23, 7:17 pm
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Originally Posted by yyckiwi
We got the MER, not the blue rate on TDCT Visa and BMO Mastercard. Mastercard charges the full amount and then credits back the difference about three days later.
Mar 25, 23, 8:46 am
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Originally Posted by nickab
Does anyone have recent data points for Amex? Just called them, and was told that for purchases starting on Feb 26, they would start issuing a statement credit for the difference between the official exchange rate and the tourist rate. They said the credit should post within 1-2 billing cycles.
