Diners Club American Express and Visa have limited acceptance. Traveller's cheques can be exchanged in major banks. US dollars and Pound sterling are the preferred currency. 1400 - 1800 Mon. English is spoken in resorts.
Winters are cold with snow.
Rain falls frequently in the Spring and Autumn. Plugs are 2 pin. POST 4 days to 2 weeks to Western Europe. Speed limits are strictly enforced as are drinking and driving penalties. AN IDP should be obtained although foreign driving licences are acceptable for short journeys.