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Converting US $$ to Canadian $$

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  1. People_Mover People_Mover is offline

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    Jan 10th, 2008 (1/10/2008 1:45pm)

    Figured some P5ers went to Fallsview for WPT - I'm hopefully going there next month for some vacation/sightseeing/gamboool - what's the best way to exchange $$ and how much do you get raped for doing so?
     
  2. Werglum Werglum is offline

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    Jan 10th, 2008 (1/10/2008 1:49pm) in reply to People_Mover

    Use the bank machine when you cross the border.
  3. People_Mover People_Mover is offline

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    Jan 10th, 2008 (1/10/2008 1:51pm) in reply to Werglum

    most are 300.00 max withdrawal per day and that doesn't work well if you are looking to play 2/5 - 5/10NL, thanks.
     
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  4. imonly16 imonly16 is offline

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    Jan 10th, 2008 (1/10/2008 1:52pm) in reply to People_Mover

    everyone i talk to they say they exchange at the casinos
  5. Popperhead Popperhead is offline

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    Jan 10th, 2008 (1/10/2008 2:06pm) in reply to People_Mover

    if you are intending on play cards u can exchange at the casino and right now the dollar is pretty even but any us bank will convert money for you it just may take a day or two
  6. Popperhead Popperhead is offline

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    Jan 10th, 2008 (1/10/2008 2:08pm) in reply to People_Mover

    at my canadian bank the amount u can withdrawl depends on your limit set up though your bank

    i have taken 1000 out before on rent day :(:(:(:(
  7. People_Mover People_Mover is offline

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    Jan 10th, 2008 (1/10/2008 2:22pm) in reply to Popperhead

    Does the casino charge a fee? Percentage?
     
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    Jan 11th, 2008 (1/11/2008 9:23am) in reply to People_Mover

    The cheapest place to exchange money is at a Bank. They will do it over the counter without any ID, etc. There are plenty within walking distance. The most expensive place is at the hotels.

    Let me know when you go. I'm an hour from there on the Canadian side. If I can make it there I'll buy you a beer. (Casino's can't supply drinks for free in Canada...)
  9. RonDworkin RonDworkin is offline

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    Jan 11th, 2008 (1/11/2008 9:44am) in reply to People_Mover

    Just do it at your bank. If you plan on bringing lots, order it a few days in advance.
  10. BigSanka BigSanka is offline

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    Jan 11th, 2008 (1/11/2008 10:35am) in reply to People_Mover

    The better ? is why r you going to Canada for vacation?
  11. imonly16 imonly16 is offline

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    Jan 11th, 2008 (1/11/2008 10:53am) in reply to People_Mover

    oh sorry im not sure, but i know when they exchange they allways play there, so i dont think they would charge if you played there... not really sure though
  12. People_Mover People_Mover is offline

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    Jan 11th, 2008 (1/11/2008 11:36am) in reply to BigSanka

    Niagara Falls is one of the 7 wonders of the world and it would be cool to see. + it seems like a rockin' town and I've never been to Canada
     
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  13. lind0 lind0 is offline

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    Jan 11th, 2008 (1/11/2008 12:52pm) in reply to People_Mover

    Find a Canadian who wants American cash and swap the $$ when you get there. Otherwise, I'd guess a bank is the best bet.
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