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Costs, money and banks
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Travellers will find costs low in Romania, and even when prices rise, the exchange rate soon tends to compensate. The more expensive hotels, flights, car rental and ONT (national tourist board) excursions are priced in US dollars, but must be paid for in lei, together with a receipt to show that the money has been exchanged officially. You may also need to show an exchange receipt in order to buy international train tickets.
Travelling independently, a few
savings and reductions
are possible. InterRail passes are valid;
students
studying in Romania can claim a 30 percent discount on international rail and air fares booked in Romania with TAROM, while ISIC and IUS student cards theoretically entitle you to a reduction of up to 50 percent on the price of camping, and free or reduced admission to museums. In practice, however, the relevant officials may say no, and there's little you can do about it. Other useful information
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