HINTS+AND+TIPS

Moshi and Tanzania are generally a cash society and Bank cards are not generally accepted.
 * __General information__**

Many places will accept US Dollar, Euro's and GB pounds however the exchange rate is not always favorable.

A popular place to exchange money is at the FOREX by the market on Chagga Street

Tanzania is a conservative society therefore showing bare shoulders is a sign of disrespect however in tourist areas the dress code is becoming more relaxed and accepted. If you dress in a similiar fashion to the locals life will be easier.
 * __Out and About__**

Spitting in public is a criminal offence and socially unaccepted and you could face a severe penalty.

Beware of openly showing expensive personal items such as jewellery, watches, cameras and mobile phones as theives may be tempted.

Be alert and walk around with a sense of confidence as this usually deters unwanted attention.

If your appoached by a street seller be polite and look if you wish but haggle the price normally down to half or even up to a quarter of the original asking price, offer what you think is fair and if thats not accepted be polite and say **hapana asante** and walk away.

__**Night time**__
 * Never walk alone at night** only in groups and only in well lit and busy areas. If you get stuck pop into a local hotel and the staff will usually be happy to help.

Always use a taxi even for short journeys of less than half a kilometer, saves you from a potential problem and taxi's are cheap. a useful number is xxxxxxxxxx as the driver can help and speaks good English. If your at a taxi stand haggle the price before you enter the car.