The local population is fluent in foreign languages, especially English and Spanish. Going on a trip take a French or Dutch Phrasebook (depending on what part of the island is planned to travel) with you.
It is most advantageous to pay for goods and services with national currency. It is recommended to make an exchange in your country, before the trip. In some shops and hotels U.S. dollars are accepted, however, rate isn’t always favorable.
At local markets and in private stores be sure to bargain, as it can significantly reduce the price in many cases. In large cities non-cash payment system is ubiquitous; in shopping malls and restaurants you can pay with a credit card.
In restaurants and cafes it is customary to leave a tip, the amount of which depends on the dining place. Tip making out 15% of the total order is considered sufficient. In some budget restaurants and cafes you can just round the resulting amount up to any convenient sum.
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