We recommend having the equivalent of 50-100 USD in pesos per person per day for tips, small purchases, and cash-only situations. This provides flexibility without carrying excessive amounts.
Keep cash in multiple locations: some in your wallet for daily use, some in your hotel safe, and an emergency reserve in a separate location in your luggage. Avoid displaying large amounts of cash in public.
Smaller bills (20s, 50s, 100s) are most practical. Large bills (500 and 1,000 pesos) can be difficult to break at small vendors. When withdrawing from ATMs, request an amount that provides smaller denominations.
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