American cash in ports?

[momsgoofy]

Okay, I am fairly sure that I've read this here...

When I go into the ports...Grand Cayman and Cozumel specifically...I can use my American dollars to shop? Right? I believe I read here that it is actually preferred and can sometimes get you a better bargain since American dollars are better on the exchange.

If someone could confirm that using American dollars is okay I would appreciate it!

Thanks!
Laura ºoº
A Proud Member of the Turkey Day Gang

 

[figment52]

I have been on both the Eastern and the Western and only used US dollars in port.

 

[SeaSpray]

We used a combination of US cash and American Express Traveler's checks while in port at Cozumel, Grand Cayman, and Costa Maya, and never had a problem. They give you back the change in US money.

 

[smchan]

I used US dollars in GC and Cozumel. Be wary, though, as I had issues with merchants trying to short change me in Cozumel, so I'll probably carry smaller bills and pay with exact change next time I go.

Sam

 

[Kanga]

Because we came from Australia, we also had travellers cheques (in US dollars) as well as $US. Had no problem using either in
Cozumel - for large (emerald ring) or small purchases, taxis or entrance into Chankanaab Park.

 

[momsgoofy]

Thanks for the info fellow DISsers! I really appreciate it!

I had planned on US cash and travelers checks...I feel pretty confident about Cozumel shopping...I speak Spanish well enough to get through the bartering. Thanks for the heads up though!

Laura ºoº