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Feb 24th, 2008 | 02:46 PM

LyndaS

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Peru sols

Can we buy Peruvian NS here in North America, or is it a restricted currency?

Feb 24th, 2008 | 05:14 PM

Jeff_Costa_Rica

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The sol is not restricted, but if you can find them, the rate you would get outside Peru would be so poor, that you'd take a real hit. Wait until you get there to exchange.

Feb 24th, 2008 | 05:16 PM

Jeff_Costa_Rica

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You'll find booths to change money in the baggage claim area at the airport in Lima. Their rates are pretty comparable to what you'll find at a bank in Peru.

Feb 24th, 2008 | 05:46 PM

LyndaS

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Thanks, I appreciate that - good point on the rate, perhaps I should use the ATM, I'm sure there would be one somewhere at the airport!

Feb 24th, 2008 | 07:43 PM

Jeff_Costa_Rica

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Plenty of ATMs at the airport too.

Feb 25th, 2008 | 02:28 AM

Travel_Bug_Cin

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Just some advice - call your bank ahead of time to let them know when and where you will be traveling. Check out your service plans. I upgraded mine and that greatly reduced any fees associated with using the ATMs; then when I returned, I changed back to my regular service plan.