Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Business Hours
Standard banking hours are 9am to 4pm or 6pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to noon or
5pm Saturday. Most businesses are closed on Sundays, save for restaurants. Markets stir
as early as 6am and some are open on Sunday mornings. Shops sometimes close from
noon to 2pm on weekdays, and are open from 10am to noon or 5pm on Saturdays. Res-
taurant hours vary, but they are generally open for breakfast (8am to 10am), lunch (noon
to 3pm) and dinner (6pm to 10pm or 11pm).
PRICE RANGES
The following price ranges refer to a double room with bathroom in high season, including all taxes and fees.
La Paz
$
less than B$180 (US$25)
$$
B$180-560 (US$25-80)
$$$
more than B$560 (US$80)
Rest of Bolivia
$
less than B$160 (US$22)
$$
B$160-400 (US$22-57)
$$$
more than B$400 (US$57)
Children
There are a few things to consider before bringing your children to Bolivia, including the
following:
Altitude
Potentially tough on tots.
Bugs
Bites can be problematic because of potential disease. Your best defense is not to get
bitten.
Climate
Can be extreme.
Comfort
Bumpy roads and long distances can make for unhappy campers.
