As a long-term traveler based in Nairobi, I used Absa and Standard Chartered ATMs regularly. Night withdrawals were fine in malls like Junction or Yay...

Worked remotely in Arusha for six weeks this spring. I rented a private room ($300/month), ate local food and occasional Western-style cafes, used Bod...

I stayed for a month between POS and Tobago hostels - most took cash only, one added a 4% surcharge for card use. The only hostel that truly accepted ...

Amex acceptance in Trinidad & Tobago is still in its early stages. I’ve used Visa and Mastercard for everything - from grocery stores to bathrooms...

My US debit card got swallowed by a Republic Bank ATM in central POS last month. Went into the branch with ID, but they said they discard internationa...

Scotia and RBC ATMs do accept US debit cards, but they hit you with a around $5 USD fee per transaction, which adds up fast. If you can, try to find a...

I lived in Trinidad for a few weeks and got around on maxi-taxis and public buses - always paid in TT dollars. No system that supports Visa or PayPal....

I flew into Port of Spain and changed $30 USD at the airport - enough for the taxi and a snack. Then I walked to a Republic Bank ATM on Tragarete Road...

Same thing happened to me in Crown Point - my US debit card failed at a gas station even though I had funds. I saw the pending charge and instantly ca...