Is it better to use cash or card in Dominican Republic?

It's always a good idea to carry around some cash for small expenses, like cab rides, or for that rare occasion when a restaurant or small shop doesn't take plastic, which can happen if you're dining at a neighborhood joint or buying from a small vendor. U.S. dollars are accepted everywhere.



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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.

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The average cost for a meal at a mid-range restaurant is $15 to $20, and for drinks, it is $4 to $5. If you prefer cheaper options like street food, it can cost around $5 to $10 per meal. Therefore, you should expect to spend around $30 to $40 per day on food and drinks, which totals around $210 to $280 for a week.

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As a general rule, expect to tip around 10% of the bill. If you get exceptionally good service, say thank you with a tip closer to 15-20%. Whether you're tipping with cash or card, always use the local currency to save money. Use the Wise travel money card.

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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.

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CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of the Dominican Republic take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip.

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Is it safe to travel to Punta Cana due to mosquito-borne diseases? While mosquito-borne diseases are present in the Dominican Republic, the risk is relatively low, especially in tourist areas with stringent control measures.

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The majority of the coffee is organically grown?no harmful chemicals?and coffee trees are grown between shade trees and other crops, including cacao, maintaining rich soils and creating a great environment for animal life.

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Dominican Republic is located in the Caribbean and uses the same adapter plug as many Caribbean islands and the United States and Canada. Not all countries in the Caribbean require that their wall outlets be polarized (one pin larger than the other), therefore sometimes an adaptor plug is still necessary.

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You can have a great getaway in the Dominican Republic in as short as a long weekend if you stick to either Santo Domingo or Punta Cana. However, it's recommended to spend at least a week to discover a more meaningful section of this Caribbean nation.

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