Now I am sure that this has been debated
before but I wanted to get an up to date viewpiont.

We have always travelled with a nominal float of dollars to get us through the first two or three days. We then carry amex $ T/Cqs which we cash at a bank (see question below) and also use a credit card for some meals and larger purchases.

is this still a viable option or are there simpler ways to use a debit card to pay for goods or draw cash?

Also what is the bank that cashes Amex T/Chqs without charging commission?

Cheers

NM