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Must-try: roti, pom, and bami.",{"key":33,"value":34},"Are credit cards accepted?","Only in upscale hotels and restaurants. Cash is king for most transactions.",{"key":36,"value":37},"Is it safe to travel solo?","Yes, but exercise caution at night and avoid isolated areas.",{"key":39,"value":40},"What souvenirs should I buy?","Handicrafts, Maroon art, Surinamese rum, and tropical fruit jams.","\"Minibuses are the main public transport, cheap but crowded. Taxis are affordable; agree on a fare before riding. Renting a car is possible but driving can be chaotic. Biking is a good option for the flat city. Walking is pleasant in the historic centre.\"",true,"\"No mandatory vaccinations, but hepatitis A, typhoid, and yellow fever are recommended. Tap water is generally safe in the city, but bottled water is advised for sensitive stomachs. Mosquito-borne diseases like dengue are present; use repellent. 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Avoid walking alone at night in poorly lit areas, especially near the river. Keep valuables out of sight. Scams targeting tourists are rare but be cautious with unofficial taxis. Police presence is visible in the city centre.\"","south-america-suriname-paramaribo-paramaribo-district-paramaribo","America\u002FParamaribo","City","2026-09-21T14:55:48.285Z",[],[],[],{"experience":49,"event":49,"place":49}]