Currency

Is USD readily acceptable?

Yes, and it's on par with the Bermuda dollar.

.....and you can use it just like money!

;)

wasiii

Absolutely - just be aware that your change will be a mix of Bermuda & US currency depending on what a merchant happens to have on hand. Enjoy!

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Bermuda currency is hard to exchange off the island. If you ask they normally can scare up enough US dollars for you as your change if any.

So, I'm guessing the best thing to do is use a credit card whenever possible? I don't want to end up with currency I can't get rid of at home. I understand that cash is needed for bus tickets and taxis.

If I remember correctly you have a few ATM in Hamilton that will dispense USD, the others will dispense Bermudian. Just make sure you use a USD ATM and that the change you get back from a store is also USD.

Here in Quebec, the Bermudian Dollar is worth 0$, they ( bank and currency exchange store ) wont even take it...and of course they don't sell it either.

See you soon !

Thanks Sebas, Looks like the best thing to do is take enough $US with us. Won't be long now, weather is getting chilly here......I'm watching the webcam.....see you soon!

We've never had a problem getting US $$ change - when we did get Bermuda money its usually singles or coins. If you can't use them, politely ask for US.

Also - heads up: some credit card companies have a surcharge for purchases made out of country. If you have a alternative, it's worth checking out with your CC company.