International TV via cable is available on major hotels. Changing currencies other than US Dollars can be difficult. Banks, hotels and shops easily accept US Dollars. Casas de Cambio are recommended for their rates, speed and security. Check with your credit card company for details of merchant acceptability and other services which may be available.
Banks also trade traveler's cheques.
Outside Lima, changing traveler's might be a slow process. There are no currency restrictions. Most of banks open from 09.30 to 16.00 hours, Monday to Friday. Some bank agencies open Saturdays from 9.30 to 12.30 hours. St. Peter and St. Paul's day.