FAQs

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Can we bring our children?

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While we love your little ones, we are unable to accommodate young children on our special occasion. We are happy to recommend babysitters in the area.

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Where should I stay?

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We recommend you book an AirBnB apartment/villa or a boutique hotel in the below four main areas: Playa Ballenas / Playa Punta Poppy (Las Terrenas center): This is where most of the bars, restaurants, and nightlife are concentrated. Everywhere is walkable, however do note this means more noise and traffic. You do not need a car and can flag down a motoconcho (motorcycle taxi) to bring you to any of the other neighborhoods. Playa Bonita: Beautiful, walkable, expat-focused. Beaches mostly for surfing, but you can walk a bit and get to the calmer Coson beaches. Playa Coson: More secluded and better beaches. There are a few restaurants within walking distance, but you will need a car or a quad to go most places.

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What should I pack?

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1. BUG SPRAY. Las Terrenas is a paradise, but with one major imperfection: mosquitos. They will eat you alive - highly recommend bringing mosquito repellent with at least 25% DEET. 2. SUNSCREEN. That sun is scorching. 3. A bathing suit and a good attitude :)

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Should I exchange money ahead of time?

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Las Terrenas remains largely cash-based. If you have a debit card that doesn’t incur foreign transaction or ATM fees, the most convenient and cost-effective way to obtain Dominican pesos is by withdrawing cash directly from an ATM in the Dominican Republic. While you can use a credit card for larger purchases (such as at grocery stores, car rentals, and upscale restaurants), many restaurants and shops only accept cash or may impose additional charges for credit card transactions.

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Can I drink tap water?

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No - only drink bottled water. Brushing your teeth with tap water is generally OK, unless you have a very sensitive stomach, in which case we also recommend using bottled water.

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Where to buy groceries?

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We recommend two main grocery stores: Supermercado Lindo (closer to the beach; more geared towards expats; good selection of French wines) and Supermercado Pola (a few minutes further and larger). There are also a number of "colmados" (Dominican Republic convenience stores) along the beach to purchase beer and liquor.

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What is the tipping etiquette in the DR?

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Expect to tip about 10% in restaurants (none required for fast food). Some places may include a service charge, so check your bill first. No tipping expected for taxis, but feel free to round up.

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Do I need to bring an adapter or converter?

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No need to worry about plugs, as the DR uses the same voltage (120V) and electrical outlets (two flat parallel pins) as in the US and Canada.