Dominican Republic

In 1492 the Dominican Republic was discovered by Columbus. Today the Dominican Republic shares the island with Haiti. Magnificent golden sand beaches, mountain ranges, plenty of colorful festivals and amazing historical architecture make this a sought after destination to travelers.

Faces Facts

Climate: Tropical with hot temperature all year with coastal areas being warmer than central regions. There are two rainy seasons, the heaviest is May to August, and the other is November to December. Hurricanes may sometimes occur during these periods.

Best time to dive: It is possible to dive year round but avoid the hurricane months

What you can see: Manatees are found hiding in mangroves, humpback whales, shipwreck and cavern and cave diving.

Visibility: 15- 30m (50-100ft.)

Water Temperature: 25-29°C (77-85°F)

Languages Spoken: English, Spanish and some French

Currency: Dominican Peso (DOP)

ATM’s and Banks: All exchanges must be done through official dealers such as banks and hotels that are approved by the central bank. Major credit cards are accepted.

Time Zone: UTC-4

Voltage: 110V/60HZ (American plug)

Health Regulations: Please consult your doctor or nearest health authorities for up-to-date medical travel information well before departure.

Visa Requirements: British, Australian, Canadian, American and other EU nationals are not required to have a visa. Nationals not referred to above are advised to contact the embassy/high commission to check visa requirements. For more up to date information on visa requirements check www.godominicanrepublic.com

Top Tip

Appreciate the charms of Santa Domingo home to the new world’s first university, cathedral and hospital. Watch a game of baseball which is not only the national sport but the national obsession, even the smallest communities have floodlit stadiums.