Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Need to Know
Currency
Nuevo sol (S)
Languages
Spanish, Quechua and Aymara
ATMs
Widely available in larger cities and towns
Credit Cards
Visa and MasterCard widely accepted
Visas
Generally not required for stays of up to 90 days
Cell Phones
Local SIM cards (and top-up credits) are cheap and widely available; can be used on un-
locked triband GSM 1900 world phones
Wi-Fi
Common in midrange and top-end hotels
Internet Access
Widely available; access is generally S2 to S3 per hour.
Driving
On the right side of the road
Tipping
Tip 10% for good service. Taxi drivers don't expect tips for short trips (unless they've
assisted with heavy luggage); porters and tour guides do.
