USA's currency
The currency in the United States is the dollar, and the exchange rate is approximately USD$0.92 = AUD$1. To find the most up to the minute exchange rate, click here.
Sample prices
- Hamburger = USD$2
- Ticket to a major league baseball game = from USD$5
- Broadway show = USD$150-USD$250
- Shot-gun Las Vegas wedding = USD$200
- Average room prices = a cheap room will cost USD$15-60, something mid-range from USD$60-100, and a classy pad USD$100-180
- Average meal prices = a budget meal is USD$4-10, a nicer restaurant will charge USD$10-$15 for a meal, and something high-end you’re looking at USD$15-20
These prices are in American dollars, are correct as of 01/01/09 and are subject to change
Tipping
Tipping is a big thing in the States and you’ll be expected to give 15% or more in cafes, restaurants, bars, and hotels. Taxi drivers will expect the same.
Banking hours
In general the banks are open from Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm. As for credit cards – if you can’t use it in the USA then you probably can’t use it anywhere! Travellers cheques are accepted and you can exchange these for cash at any bank, provided you have your passport for ID.
*The small print
We’ve tried to make this destination guide as accurate as possible but please double check the essentials like visas, health and safety, airport information etc with the relevant authorities before you travel. STA Travel takes no responsibility for loss, injury or inconvenience caused as a result of this guide. All prices listed are in the currency of the destination, unless otherwise stated.
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