✈️ Heading to Reunion? We've gathered some tips from the bunq community to make sure your trip is the smoothest it can be. 😎
Check them out below! 🌈 👇
Using your card
💳 Do I need cash in Reunion, or can I use my card everywhere?
Most major places take cards, however smaller shops may require cash. Make sure you always carry some on you.
💰 What currency do they use here?
The currency here is Euro. The symbol is € or EUR.
🏧 Which ATM’s can I use for free?
The bunq community hasn't reported reported any free ATM's here yet. If you find one, help other bunqers by sharing it here!
💵 If I want cash, how much should I take out of an ATM?
100 EUR should be enough for a few days.
Staying connected
📱 Can I roam, or should I get a local SIM?
Most EU mobile plans will charge you for roaming.
If you want to get a local SIM card, you can learn about your options here.
Useful things to know
💁♀️ How does tipping work?
Service charges are generally added to the bill. If there's no service charge, you can add a tip of up to 10%.
🍺 How much does a 0.5L beer cost?
€2,70
🍽 How much does an average meal cost?
€9,50
🚨 What’s the emergency number?
There are different numbers for the different services here.
- 🚓 Police: 17
- 🚑 Ambulance: 15
- 🚒 Fire: 18
🔌 What type of plug do they use?
This one! It’s the standard European plug.
🚗 What side of the road do they drive on?
They drive on the right side of the road here.
🗺 How do I navigate my way around?
Google and Apple Maps both work well.
Otherwise, we recommend Rome2Rio as the best way to find out how to get anywhere. It even tells you the cost of each option. 🙌
👀 Any other good tips?
Hike the Piton de la Fournaise, a volcanic hike that is very unique.
If you've been to Reunion 🇷🇪 share your experience! The following would be really useful for other bunqers to know:
- Which ATMs are free to use?
- What card should I use and where?
- Any other info you think may be useful.
Share your experience with us in the comments below! 🌈 👇
