Cad/usd

[CRUISERSWITHKIDS]

MAYBE THIS HAS BEEN ASKED ON HERE BEFORE BUT I'M UNABLE TO FIND IT. WE ARE FLYING INTO VANCOUVER THE NIGHT BEFORE AND PLANNING ON TAKING A TAXI TO OUR MOTEL. DO WE NEED TO EXCHANGE SOME MONEY FOR CAD OR DO THEY ACCEPT USD? :confused:

[Putterdude]

This is a question that does get asked very often but the answer is, yes, US currency is widely accepted in Vancouver and Victoria. It is done so as a courtesy to our American guests, however there is a good 20 cent difference between our dollars (in your favour) right now and you will likely only get about 10 cents from a cabby or in a stores or restaurants; you will also get your change in CDN.

[Trailblazer99]

If a taxi is the only thing you want Canadian $ for, use your credit card - if you want to tip, you can do it with either the card or US cash.

[neecee23]

Just get some cash from an ATM at the airport to pay for incidentals, not expensive, exchange rate is favorable and the Canadians will appreciate it.

[Budget Queen]

Taxis take credit cards and many businesses take US cash, do expect a poor exchange. I go to Ca frequently and use plenty of Ca funds, so no problem for me, if I overdo it at an ATM. BUT do not expect the US to take the left over Ca money. :)

[CRUISERSWITHKIDS]

Thanks so much for your responses. Very helpful:)