SERMACS 2009 Travel Information

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Visiting Puerto Rico? FAQ

Do I need a passport to visit Puerto Rico?
No. Puerto Rico is a U.S territory and can be visited without a passport.

Is the Puerto Rico monetary system the same as ours?
Yes. U.S. currency is the currency of Puerto Rico. There are no exchange rates involved.

Is Puerto Rico multi-lingual?
Absolutely. English and Spanish are the primary languages and residents are fluent in both.

And most important of all—will my cell phone work on the island?
A resounding YES!

Does ACS have discounts on air fare and auto rentals for Puerto Rico?
Yes, with the following companies:

Continental Airlines offers discounts off published fares of 2% to 15% on Zone fares.
Call Continental at 800-468-7022 to book a flight, using ZF5F B0Z9Y4. Book online at www.continental.com and use the code ZF5FB0Z9Y4.

American Airlines offers similar discounts. Call them at 800-433-1790 or book online (www.aa.com). Use the authorization number A71H9AA

Discounts on auto rentals are available from
Avis (800) 331-1600; online at www.avis.com. Refer to AWD Code: B120799

Hertz (800) 654-2240; online at www.hertz.com. Refer to ID Code: CV# 02UZ0008

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