For meals, transport, tips - whats the safe amount to carry in Micronesia ? Trying to plan a daily budget for a month long trip
My experience: Tipping isn't a major custom here. Focus on affordable local food from markets, and ferry rides are the most economical way between islands if you can handle their rough schedules. Bring enough cash as ATMs can be scarce outside main areas like Pohnpei. Expect to spend roughly $45-$60 daily on essentials.
Don't overthink it-bring around $50 daily. Eat local-poke bowls, lumpia, and grilled seafood are tasty and budget-friendly. Renting a scooter or using ferries is your best bet for transport. You can save by cooking some meals. ATM withdrawals might come with fees, so a backup card is wise.
For a month in Micronesia, plan to carry at least $40-$60 per day. Street vendors offer delicious poke and grilled fish affordable around $5-$7. Getting around needs patience, taxis aren't cheap, and ferry schedules can be unstable. Use hostels or guesthouses with kitchen access to cut food costs. Always have some cash since ATM access is limited outside main towns.
I stayed in guesthouses, spending about $10-15 per night on hotel and $5-10 on food daily at local markets. Transport is tricky-no real bus service, taxis can be costly ($5-20 per ride), and ferries connecting islands range from $10 to $50. Cooking meals saves money since many guesthouses have kitchens. If you want to island hop, domestic flights run from $100-500 depending on routes. Budget $30-$50 daily for meals and transport combined, plus extras for excursions.