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41 Money 03 LANGUAGE SKILLS EXPLORE LOOK AGAIN EXTRAS 45 a Explore writing: Emails giving advice http://www.travelindia.co.uk Money: The Indian rupee (Rs) is divided into 100 paise (p). Coins come in (1) denominations of 5, 10, 20, 25 and 50 paise, and Rs 1, 2 and 5; notes come in Rs 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1,000. The Indian rupee is linked to a number of currencies, and its value is generally stable. Remember, you must present your passport whenever you change currency or traveller’s cheques. ATMs: Modern 24-hour ATMs (cash machines) are found in most large towns and cities. Away from major towns, always carry cash or traveller’s cheques as (2) backup. Always keep the emergency lost-and-stolen numbers for your credit cards in a safe place, separate from your cards, and report any loss or theft immediately. Cash: Major currencies, such as US dollars, UK pounds and euros, are easy to change throughout India. A few banks also accept Australian, New Zealand and Canadian dollars, and Swiss francs. Private money changers accept a wider range of currencies. No one in India ever seems to have change, so it’s a good idea to (3) maintain a stock of smaller currency: Rs 10, 20 and 50 notes. You cannot take rupees out of India. However, you can change any (4) leftover rupees back into foreign currency, most easily at the airport. Note that some airport banks will only change D PLQLPXP RI 5V <RX PD\ UHTXLUH HQFDVKPHQW FHUWL¿FDWHV RU D FUHGLW FDUG UHFHLSW DQG \RX PD\ also have to show your passport and airline ticket. Credit cards: Credit cards are accepted at many shops, restaurants and hotels, and you can also use them WR SD\ IRU ÀLJKWV DQG WUDLQ WLFNHWV &DVK DGYDQFHV RQ PDMRU FUHGLW FDUGV DUH DOVR SRVVLEOH DW VRPH EDQNV without ATMs. MasterCard and Visa are the most widely accepted cards. International transfers: If you run out of money, someone at home can (5) wire you money via money FKDQJHUV DI¿OLDWHG ZLWK 0RQH\JUDP RU :HVWHUQ 8QLRQ Money changers: Private money changers are usually open for longer hours than banks, and they are found almost everywhere (many also double as internet cafés and travel agents). Some upmarket hotels may also change money, usually at well below the bank rate. Traveller’s cheques: All major brands are accepted in India, but some banks may only accept cheques from Amex and Thomas Cook. Pounds sterling and US dollars are the safest currencies, HVSHFLDOO\ LQ VPDOOHU WRZQV ,I \RX ORVH \RXU FKHTXHV FRQWDFW WKH $PH[ RU 7KRPDV &RRN RI¿FH LQ 'HOKL To replace lost traveller’s cheques, you need the (6) proof-of-purchase slip and the numbers of the missing cheques (some places require a photocopy of the police report and a passport photo). Imagine you’re going to visit a friend who lives in another country. What things would you ask your friend before you go? Make a list. Examples: the weather, clothes … Read Thiago’s email to Tomas, who lives in Prague. Which things on your list does he ask about? b Tomas, Hello from sunny Glasgow! Is it still OK for me to stay with you at your family’s in Prague for a few GD\V" ,¶P DUULYLQJ DW WKH 9DFODY +DYHO $LUSRUW QH[W )ULGD\ WK DW ÀLJKW %$ How’s the weather there? What clothes should I bring? Also, is it a good idea to change some money here or can I get some when I arrive? Having a great time here in Scotland. Hope to see you soon. Take care, Thiago Home Mail Support Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum d s Verlags öbv