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the rounding up themselves; insist on getting your change, and then hand over
whatever tip amount you've decided on.
Water One-third of Europe's naturally occurring mineral springs are found in
Romania. Officially, tap water is potable and safe to drink.

2 Planning Your Trip to Romania
VISITOR INFORMATION
Romania's National Authority for Tourism operates a website (www.romaniatravel.
com) with extensive information about the country and latest developments. You can
visit the website of the Romanian National Tourist Office , alternatively, try contact-
ing their representatives in the U.S. (355 Lexington Ave., 19th Floor, New York, NY
10017; & 212/545-8484; fax [phone]; www.romaniatourism.com), or in the
United Kingdom (22 New Cavendish St., London WIM7LH; & 020/7224-3692;
fax [phone]; www.VisitRomania.com).
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
American, Canadian, and British citizens require only a valid passport if intending to
visit for 90 days or less. Holders of Australian and New Zealand passports require a
visa; you'll need to complete the required form and submit this, together with a fee of
approximately 35

($44), a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the final date
of your visit, medical insurance, proof of accommodations, and proof that you have
funds amounting to 100

€

($125) for each day of your visit. Note that Romanian visa
laws change regularly, so it's worth getting the up-to-date scoop by contacting their
embassy or consulate near you. There is no entry or departure tax. Extensions of stays
beyond 90 days can be obtained from the local passport office. No vaccinations are
required.
EMBASSIES & CONSULATES
In the U.S. 1607 23rd St. NW, Washington DC 20008-2809; & 202/232-3694,
202/332-4846, or 202/332-4848; fax [phone]; www.roembus.org. 200 East
38th St., New York, NY 10016; & 212-682-9122. 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Los Ange-
les, CA 90025; & 310/444-0043.
In Canada 655 Rideau St., Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6A3; & 613/789-3709, ext.
119; fax [phone]; www.cyberus.ca/~romania.
In the U.K. Arundel House, 4 Palace Green, Kensington, London W84QD; & 020/
7937-9666/7 or 020/7376-0683; fax [phone]; www.roemb.co.uk.
In Australia

€

4 Dalman Crescent, O'Malley, Canberra ACT 2606; & 02/6290-

2442 or 02/6286-2343; fax [phone]; http://canberra.mae.ro.
In New Zealand There's an Honorary Consulate in Wellington: 53 Homewood
Ave., Karori; & 04/476-6883; fax [phone]; [e-mail].
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
You are entitled to carry the equivalent of $10,000 cash or traveler's checks on your
person when entering Romania; any excess amount must be declared to Customs
authorities. You may also bring personal goods and medicines, as well as publications,