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How much money to take to LA?

Can anyone tell me how much money 2 adults should take to LA for one week. My hotel is already paid for, so I just need an idea of basic costs such as eating and public transport. We are planning to just do fastfoods. Any info will be appreciated.

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  • It all depends what you want to do, if you want to do the theme parks then you will probably need more.

    They accept debit cards in cash machines. For a week for two people though I would probably take £500.00 then obtain more from a cash point if needed.

    You can always change the cash back if you don't spend it.


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  • traveller
    traveller Posts: 1,506 Forumite
    Hi an adult travel card is or was in 2006 anyway $3,50 for the day.This you can use to get to the themeparks.I found the tours ect a bit steep.Greyline tours were quite good.Theme park entry is aroung £50 each.It's cheaper than here to eat out.L.A is a lovely place and you may want to catch a coach to vegas for a couple of nights too!Enjoy.
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  • Nordictat2
    Nordictat2 Posts: 1,529 Forumite
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    Depending on if you are on a budget or???

    This site should help you a bit regarding getting about etc.. http://www.latourist.com/index.php?page=los-angeles-information
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  • torbrex
    torbrex Posts: 71,340 Forumite
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    When in the states I give myself a cash budget of about $40/day for moving about expenses, tips and food but I also have my credit card in case I want that something extra like a show, theme park or larger purchases.
    I never use cash machines because of the charges imposed, I use my Nationwide CC which does not charge for foreign currency and can be used anywhere even for the smallest purchases.
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