FAQs

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Are Children invited?

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Poughkeepsie Celebration - Yes, this is a family friendly event! Please note if children will be attending when you RSVP. Punta Cana - Although we welcome you to make this a family vacation, please plan accordingly for day of wedding, as this will be a child free event outside of our bridal party.

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Entry Requirements - E-Ticket

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All passengers entering or leaving the Dominican Republic must complete the free electronic entry and exit form, known as the “E-Ticket”. This form combines the Traveler’s Health Affidavit, Customs Declaration and International Embarkation/Disembarkation forms. The QR code will be scanned when you go through Customs. You will need to submit twice - once for arrival and once for departure. We recommend filling out the form 72 hours before the trip. Then printing or making a screenshot of the QR code. Complete your E-Ticket here: https://eticket.migracion.gob.do

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Do I need a passport?

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Yes! A passport is required for travel! We recommend checking your passport expiration date ASAP. **Passport processing time may take several months depending on peak travel season For information on applying for and/or renewing a passport please visit: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/how-apply.html

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Do I have to leave the resort for the wedding?

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Yes, the wedding ceremony and reception will be at Kukua Beach Club. But don't worry we've made this stress free for our guests! We will have a shuttle set up to pick up from the resort lobby and we will have 2 drop off times for guests to return back to resort. (Times TBD) Grab a drink for the ride, it will be 25-30min ride to the wedding venue.

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Is it Safe to Drink the Tap Water?

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NO! It is not safe to drink the tap water in the DR, as it is not purified. Always drink bottled water, which will be available in abundance at your resort. *Use bottled water to brush your teeth. We recommend leaving a note for house keeping requesting extra bottles of water.

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Should I Tip?

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Although the resort is all inclusive, tipping is always appreciated. Bring cash ($1 and $5) to tip transportation, bell boy, restaurants, bars, house keeping and excursions. **Tipping often results in staff elevating your experience.

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Currency - Do we need to exchange money?

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Should we bring Pesos or Dollars? Both are accepted - We do not exchange money and have never had a problem. US dollars are actually preferred!

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Will My Phone Work?

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Your phone will work but we recommend contacting your wireless provider to confirm what is included in your plan. Texting is typically free specifically through iMessage, when connected to resorts free wifi. But calls can cost you (and a lot). We highly recommend asking if you providers offers a temporary international plan prior to leaving for trip. WhatsApp is a commonly used free texting/calling app which allows you to make calls over wifi at no additional charge.

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What is the Weather Like?

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The average temperature for January in Punta Cana is about 82 °F during the day and 72 °F at night. Don’t be alarmed if you see rain clouds in the weather forecast. Like other tropical climates a quick passing shower is to be expected.

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Is it Safe to Leave the Resort?

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Yes! We do recommend booking excursions through the resort. The resort will coordinate transportation and guarantee a trusted guide.