Dominican Republic

Overview:

Entry: All US nationals intending to enter or transit through the Dominican Republic must have a valid US passport. Authorities have offered no exceptions to this regulation for visitors from Puerto Rico.

Population: 10.85 million

Currency: Dominican Peso

Language: Spanish

Climate: Tropical

Best Time to Travel: April-May

The Dominican Republic is known for: The Dominican Republic is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It is also the 86th most populated country in the world, with a population of 10 million people. The country is famed for its postcard-worthy beaches and copious amounts of rum, so it's simple to see why so many tourists rush to its shores.

Things to Do

Manati Park

A very popular Zoo featuring vibrant birds, animal exhibitions, and interactive dolphin shows and rides.

Ocean World

The Caribbean's top and most visited entertainment complex! Enjoy a theme park, marina, casino, restaurants and sports bars with the best tasting food you can imagine, nightclubs, events, and dance shows.

The Three Eyes

A 50-yard open-air limestone cave known as the Three Eyes National Park, today, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the nation.

Bavaro Adventure Park

The Caribbean's first and only adventure park. 15 outdoor activities in a setting that is both sustainable and natural.

Entire Family Packing List for the Domincan REpublic

  • The Usuals (Socks, Undies, Boxers, Bra, Sports Bra)

  • Light weight T-Shirts

  • Dress Shirts for Dinner

  • Tank tops

  • Shorts

  • Long Pants/Capris/Leggings

  • Dresses for Dinner and casual dresses

  • Pajama Sets/Gowns/Bedroom shoes

  • Swim Suits and cover ups

  • Flip Flops, Sandals

  • Water Shoes

  • Casual Walking Shoes

  • (Babies) Onesies, Jumpers, anything light weight

  • Jacket/Hoodie

  • Athletic outfits

  • Backpack (Hiking, Carry-on sized, Waterproof)

  • Beach Bag, water bottles,

  • Beach Towels, Beach Mat, Beach Toys for the kiddos, pop up tent

  • Sunblock/Tanning Lotion/Aloe Vera

  • Bug Spray/repellant bracelet

  • First aid kit (bandaids, ointment, wraps etc.)

  • Medications (Perscriptions, Tylenol/advil, Tums, Pepto, Decongestants, Benadryl Motion Sickness Relief etc.)

  • (Babies) Teething meds, thermometer, saline nasal spray, diaper rash cream, vix vapor rub, infant tylenol/motrin/cold medicine

  • Hand Sanitizer, cotton swabs, tweezers, eye drops

  • Health insurance cards, copies of all information and documents

  • Diapers, Swimmies, Safety float/ring, goggles

  • Baby Wipes, Disinfectant Wipes, Make up Remover Wipes

  • Make up

  • Hair Styling products, shampoo, conditioner, body wash

  • Deoderant, lotions, Chapstick, Shaving supplies

  • Toothbrush/paste, dental floss/floss picks

  • Travel size unbrella/ponchos/Rain jacket

  • Waterproof phone case/pouches, underwater camera

  • Tablet/Kids electronics, chargers, headphones

  • Cell Phones, Chargers, extra chargers and adapters, power bank

  • Board games/Card games/activity books/books to read

  • Drinks, Snacks, Meals (unless you plan on eating out a bunch) Bottles, Baby spoon/fork, Babyfood/formula

  • Sunglasses, Hats

  • headbands/sweatbands, hairbows, bobbie pins, clips

  • Cash, Single dollar bills

Know before you go, tips and helpful information

  • Dress to impress

  • The locals are truly friendly

  • If your carrier doesn't have a plan that automatically switches over to the Domican Republics (Claro), you might want to purchase a SIMS card for guaranteed internet access and the ability to call/text. *Your phone must be unlocked for the SIM to work, so be sure to check with your phone provider before travel.

  • Do as much exploring as you can

  • Time isn't understood the same as we understand it

  • Do not drink the tap water.

  • Be very careful driving

  • If you have skin that burns easily, cover it in sunblock

  • Don't fall for scams

  • Celebrations in the Dominican Republic include, Guloya Festical, Carnaval, Barcelo Desalia Festival, Isle of Lights festival, and a bit more...