jp1 Posted February 20, 2023 Report Share Posted February 20, 2023 Heading to the eastern Caribbean next month. We're wondering if we should expect issues using our AMEX on St. Thomas and St. Maarten. Years ago we traveled to Europe and found several places that just didn't accept it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steverk Posted February 20, 2023 Report Share Posted February 20, 2023 I use VISA and MasterCard and didn't have any issues. St. Thomas is part of the United States, so I'd be surprised if you have any issues there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickpants Posted February 20, 2023 Report Share Posted February 20, 2023 Always bring a Visa/MC when traveling overseas. Even today in heavy tourist areas of Europe you'll run into Amex issues (outside American Chain hotels and some upscale dining spots) I keep a spare MasterCard in my passport wallet so i always have a backup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted February 20, 2023 Report Share Posted February 20, 2023 Amex is more accepted nowadays but many of the tinier islands lack the complete infrastructure for credit cards, except major stores. Cash is usually king. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vackman Posted February 20, 2023 Report Share Posted February 20, 2023 I used Amex last year and this year while in both of those ports without any issues. Agree, best to carry a back-up MC or Visa. Enjoy your trip. jp1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted February 20, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2023 30 minutes ago, vackman said: I used Amex last year and this year while in both of those ports without any issues. Agree, best to carry a back-up MC or Visa. Enjoy your trip. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedNoodles Posted February 20, 2023 Report Share Posted February 20, 2023 I have issues with merchants not accepting AmEx here in the states, so I'd for sure always have a back up Visa/MC overseas. nickpants 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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