Is it better to use a credit card or cash in Dominican Republic?
Most of the larger restaurants, bars, and grocery stores will accept credit cards. Some smaller convenience stores are starting to accept cards as well, but it can be hit or miss. There are still many services that do not accept credit cards so it's best to bring some cash on your trip.
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However, you don't have to take this amount in cash. You can regularly pay with a credit card and withdraw money at ATMs. Therefore, it is recommended to take around 200 to 300 dollars per person for your vacation. Most of the time you can pay with a credit card.
A dollar to them means a lot. Guests can leave small items and usually $1 or $2 U.S. dollars each morning on the pillows for the maids and just add a little note to let them know that it is for them.
In regards to how much to tip, it will be at your discretion, but if it helps, in the Caribbean it is common to leave a 15% to 25% tip for exceptional service. However, all gratuities are well received, from $1 per service to $20 or more at the end of your stay.
Brushing teeth with tap water in the Dominican Republic is not recommended unless the water quality is guaranteed to be filtered or treated. In most cases, using boiled, filtered, or bottled water is a safer option for traveling.
While you'll always need some cash, using a credit card for your spending needs can significantly simplify overseas travel. You won't really have to deal with converting currency and, armed with the right credit card, you won't pay unnecessary foreign transaction fees.
Excursions like trips to nearby islands and attractions can cost around $50 to $200 per person. Therefore, you should expect to spend around $200 to $500 on activities for a week.
Dollars or pesos? In most tourist areas in Mexico, it is acceptable to tip in either pesos or dollars, though pesos are more practical for the person being tipped. If you do tip in dollars, be sure to only tip using notes and not coins as coins cannot be exchanged.
How many days in advance should I fill out the form? The form can be filled out since 72 hours before arrival to Dominican Republic, until right before going through immigration.
The truth is lines can be 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on season and day of the week. High season starts when the northern hemisphere starts to get cold (November) and ends just after spring break, along with high occupancy of resorts and long lines at the airport.