Cash or Travelers Checks

Michigan Girls #2 · Post by **Michigan Girls #2** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 6:13 pm

Just wondering if we should bring cash or get travelers checks? Do most of the businesses take Travelers checks - like Snuba,Snorkeling, Digny Rental, etc.

Thanks.

Lindy · Post by **Lindy** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 6:44 pm

I haven't seen any one using traveler's checks on STJ at all during my 5 trips there. I've always used cash or charge cards. There are a few businesses that take cash only but other than that, it's just like vacationing anywhere on the mainland. Personally I wouldn't bother with traveler's checks.

luvinsun · Post by **luvinsun** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 7:41 pm

I second that... traveller's checks are too much of a hassle.

jwwj · Post by **jwwj** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 7:46 pm

Ditto, cash for most meals, taxis, tips and credit cards for bigger purchases.

jayseadee · Post by **jayseadee** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 7:54 pm

We've used Traveler's checks with no problems. Depends on what makes you comfortable,

Xislandgirl · Post by **Xislandgirl** » Mon Mar 26, 2012 7:08 am

I don't know why but I think travelers checks are a pain.
I bring case, and then get more from the ATM when I need it. Never had an issue getting cash from an ATM.

Marcia (Mrs. Pete) · Post by **Marcia (Mrs. Pete)** » Mon Mar 26, 2012 10:03 am

If we are traveling for an extended period of time, we bring traveler's checks. Not to use for purchases but, to be able to cash in at a local bank for emergency cash. We don't want to rely on an ATM or carry excessive amounts of cash when we travel.

If we are gone for only a week, cash and credit cards are all we take. Two or more weeks, cash, credit cards and traveler's checks.

PatrickMcc · Post by **PatrickMcc** » Mon Mar 26, 2012 10:14 am

I brought them to St. John this year because I didn't trust the ATMs to be always working. I didn't need them until the end when the woman at St John car rental gave us a big discount on one of our cars because of a problem we had but said it was to complicated to do both cars on a credit card so pay for one cash or travellers checks- so they unexpectedly came in handy. They are free from AAA if you belong. However I agree that almost everywhere takes credit cards so you probably won't need the checks.

SOonthebeach · Post by **SOonthebeach** » Mon Mar 26, 2012 7:49 pm

We've used them, no problem. Mostly we use cash and credit, but have had no problems with the travelers checks. Your call!

Bigcheeze · Post by **Bigcheeze** » Tue Mar 27, 2012 11:58 pm

Best TIP....pack half as much and bring Twice the amount of money

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Cash or Travelers Checks

Cash or Travelers Checks