Philippine paper currency
The exchange rate between RMB and peso is about 1 RMB: 8p, subject to the exchange rate of the day. Major cities in the Philippines can also use various international credit cards, and they can use UnionPay credit cards to spend or withdraw Philippine peso cash.
Currency exchange method:
1, you can make an appointment at the People's Bank, and you need to call in advance to make an appointment; The exchange rate is average.
2. US dollars can be exchanged in domestic banks, and US dollars can be directly exchanged for pesos in the Philippines. Relatively speaking, the exchange rate is slightly higher, but it is relatively troublesome. If it is not a large consumption, it is not recommended.
3. UnionPay cards can withdraw local pesos from some local ATMs, with a maximum of 20,000 p each time and a service fee of 200 p. The exchange rate is subject to the bank exchange rate.
language
The official languages are English and Filipino, and most employees in hotels, restaurants and resorts can speak fluent English. It is better to know a little English.
Communication and network
Yes, call the Philippines, Philippine international crown code (0063)+ area code+telephone number; International crown code (0063)+
Mobile phone number; People are dialing domestic mobile phones: China International Crown Code (0086)+ mobile phone number.
If you need to buy a phone card, you can get off the plane and buy a set meal directly at the airport. Local calling cards are a combination of large and small cards, which are suitable for all kinds of mobile phones.
Best package: If you use a global card, you can open a 7-day 1G traffic package by sending GOtscomboDD70 to 8888, and you can also send messages. On the whole, it is very enough!
Regarding wifi rental, Xiamen Airport does not provide Philippine portable wifi rental service for the time being. You can book online in advance, or you can buy a calling card with Internet access locally. Telephone cards are divided into five days, seven days and 15 days, and the prices range from 300P- 1000P. Choose different traffic packages.
Local call
Ships are usually the main means of transportation between islands, mainly crab boats, speedboats and ferries.
Jeepney and tricycles are the main public transport in the city, and taxis with meters are also available in big cities such as Manila.
Carriage is common in some tourist attractions, and it is a means of transportation for cultural experience and entertainment, and its cost is relatively high.
tip
In the Philippines, tipping is customary, but not mandatory. The service industry has the habit of tipping, which is about 10% of the total consumption. Most hotel and restaurant bills already include 10% service charge, so tips can be waived.
Other precautions 1.
When entering Manila, please be sure to bring your ID card. The customs may check it. At the same time, the customs may ask you in English, "Are you traveling to the Philippines?" "Is this your first trip to the Philippines?" "A few days?" Please show me your return ticket for such a problem, so please be prepared! Secondly, the Philippine endorsement is a separate endorsement, please keep it. It's troublesome to lose it.
2. If possible, prepare a long-sleeved thin coat, because almost all planes, airport terminals, ferries, etc. have air conditioning. They are all free, and the price adjustment is very low and cold.
3.
When attending activities, you must obey the arrangement, sit in an orderly manner, arrive at the designated place on time, and get on the bus on time. Don't act alone. If there is any temporary activity arrangement or route change, the teacher's consent must be obtained in advance.
4.
Sun protection: In particular, you should bring a sunscreen with a high sun protection index (more than 50 times) and good water resistance. After-sun repair cream (aloe gel) can also be brought. After swimming, the skin will be very painful. After-sun repair cream just comes in handy. (/kloc-do not check each bottle within 0/00 ml, bottle is limited)
Please prepare seasickness medicine for people who are going to get seasick.
6. Whale sharks and turtles must not be touched.