MemphisDiver
Registered
Hi everyone:
My family and I are leaving this Saturday (07/09) for Anthony's Key. Our 2 kids (14 and 11) will do Dolphin Scuba Camp and the wife and I will dive. Based on info from the Board, I think we've got a good idea of what to bring (bug spray, beach towels, alarm clock, etc.) but I am still unclear on the cash issue and would appreciate any advice those of you that have been to AKR may have.
I know I'll need $30 each for departure tax and cash for tips - so here are a few questions I have:
1. Tips - who and how much? I typically tip the DM and boat captain $5 per tank per day. Is this reasonable here also? Who else would typically receive tips? Housekeeping staff, staff with Dolphin Scuba Camp, others?
2. Most charges at the resort I can put on the credit card. Are there other items that will require cash?
3. Availability of cash? I was told by the agency that booked our trip that an ATM was in West End. Is this accurate and has anyone had experience with this.
4. Without getting too personal - how much cash did you take? Was it enough or were you scrimping by the end of the week?
5. Any experiences - good or bad - with travelers checks?
Thanks for your help - can't wait till Saturday!!
MemphisDiver
My family and I are leaving this Saturday (07/09) for Anthony's Key. Our 2 kids (14 and 11) will do Dolphin Scuba Camp and the wife and I will dive. Based on info from the Board, I think we've got a good idea of what to bring (bug spray, beach towels, alarm clock, etc.) but I am still unclear on the cash issue and would appreciate any advice those of you that have been to AKR may have.
I know I'll need $30 each for departure tax and cash for tips - so here are a few questions I have:
1. Tips - who and how much? I typically tip the DM and boat captain $5 per tank per day. Is this reasonable here also? Who else would typically receive tips? Housekeeping staff, staff with Dolphin Scuba Camp, others?
2. Most charges at the resort I can put on the credit card. Are there other items that will require cash?
3. Availability of cash? I was told by the agency that booked our trip that an ATM was in West End. Is this accurate and has anyone had experience with this.
4. Without getting too personal - how much cash did you take? Was it enough or were you scrimping by the end of the week?
5. Any experiences - good or bad - with travelers checks?
Thanks for your help - can't wait till Saturday!!
MemphisDiver