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Money and currency in Sri Lanka
Which currencies are most convenient in Sri Lanka, how UnionPay cards work, and exchanging rubles for rupees.
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Work and money
Work, earnings, currency exchange and personal finance on the island.
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Prices for coconuts, fruit, and groceries
Prices for coconuts, fruit, and groceries in tourist and non-tourist areas.
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The Kitesurfing Industry
The growth of kitesurfing as a tourist destination and local business.
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Coconut Prices
The real cost of a king coconut and the typical markups charged to tourists.
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Exchanging Rubles
The option of exchanging rubles for rupees and using Russian payment methods.
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Buying Plane Tickets
Comparing the cost of an independent flight against package tours to Sri Lanka.
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Eating on the Island
The cost of eating at local cafes compared with cooking for yourself.
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Cost of Transport
Comparing the cost of tuk-tuk and bike rides with renting your own vehicle.
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Cigarettes
The price of cigarettes on the island and locals' attitude towards tobacco products.
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10% service charge
The specifics of the mandatory service charge in cafes and restaurants.
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Currency exchange
The differences between dollar bills of various series and exchanging euros.
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Collaborating with hotels
The model of exchanging content for accommodation and working with hotels on a barter basis.
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Service in Russia and Sri Lanka
A comparison of the level of service, infrastructure and consumer experience.
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Working with brands
Collaborating with local and foreign brands through barter agreements.
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Car rental
Renting a Toyota Prius for around 15,000 rupees per day and the advantages of traveling by car.
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Work and money
Exchanging dollars and rubles through jewelry shops and Telegram communities.
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Working conditions of tea pickers
The working conditions of tea pickers and pay levels on the plantations.
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Local business: drone filming near waterfalls
A local business: filming tourists by drone near waterfalls for a small fee.
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Currency exchange on the island
Exchanging currency at the airport, jewellery shops, and through rouble-to-rupee exchangers.
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