Money Matters

Payment Methods: - Euro (EUR) only - Cards widely accepted - Contactless common - Some cash-only places - ATMs everywhere

Banking: - ATM fees vary by bank - Notify bank of travel - Daily withdrawal limits - Keep receipts - Multiple cards wise

Tipping Culture: - Service included in prices - Round up for good service - €1-2 for hotel staff - 5-10% extra appreciated - Not obligatory

Daily Budget Ranges:

Minimal (€50-70/day): - Hostel/camping: €20-30 - Food: €15-20 - Transport: €5-10 - Activities: €10-15

Moderate (€100-150/day): - Hotel/B&B: €60-80 - Food: €30-40 - Transport: €10 - Activities: €20-30

Comfortable (€200-300/day): - Good hotel: €100-150 - Food: €50-70 - Transport: €20 - Activities: €30-60

Red Flags: - Menus with photos - "Tourist menu" signs - Aggressive touts - Major square locations - No locals present

Finding Fair Prices: - Compare similar businesses - Ask locals - Check online reviews - Walk one street back - Observe before committing