Sambava
the Sambava is part of Sambava, Madagascar.Top photos chosen by u all:
lunch at Sambava
Made by Farl
In Madagascar, only banks are authorized to exchange foreign currency.There are NO foreign exchange shops. I thought I converted enough dollars in the bank outpost at the international airport but at the tailend of our weeklong trip, in Vohemar, I found out that I just had the right amount of local currency to pay for the hotel (in cash- there were no credit card facilities there). We did not even have money for food at the Sambava airport. As our 2PM flight was delayed to 4PM, lunch then was this box of chocolates which was a gift from my sister. Melted truffles never tasted that good... Travel tips 1. Overstimate your expenditure needs. Convert enough dollars or euros into the local currency of Malagasy ariary (Ar) of Madagascar francs (FMG). The exchange last year was 1USD= 10,000FMG= 2,000Ar. YES, there are 2 local currencies in circulation. In the capital of Antananarivo, establishments do accept major credit cards. In most part of the country, credit card facilities are not common. Some de luxe hotels may euros but not dollars. 2. Always have a box of chocolates. 3. Keep some plastic spoons that are given out in the plane. They will be useful for melted #2. more on my sugar addiction in Have Chocolate, Will Travel at www.colloidfarl.blogspot.com
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| Nosy Mangabe Nosy Saint Marie Le Port Le Possession | Diego Garcia, US Base Fascene Nosi Be Airport Nosy Be |
