Credit cards are accepted at higher eating places and retailers (tourist areas). However bear in mind, most retailers add an additional three – 5 % on your invoice for the privilege of using plastic. You do not have to accept this: You’re not going to get anywhere arguing with the shopkeeper but if you wish to get this surcharge back ensure the retailer or restaurant writes it down as an additional cost for utilizing the cardboard and then claim it out of your monthly billing.
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