Frequently Asked Questions

 

Currency

The currency in the Dominican Republic is the Dominican Peso (DOP), but the US Dollar is welcome in most places. Please visit www.xe.com for the most current rate.

 

Electricity

The electricity standard is a 110 V/60Hz power system which is compatible with North American devices. The sockets usually require 2 prongs.

 

Time Zone

The Dominican Republic observes the Atlantic Standard Time (AST) year-round. When it is 12:00pm (noon) in the Dominican Republic it is:

  • New York (EST): 11:00am
  • Chicago (CST): 10:00am
  • Denver (MST): 9:00am
  • Los Angeles (PST): 8:00am

Please note that daylight savings will begin on Sunday, March 12 when it is 12:00pm (noon) in the Dominican Republic it will be:

  • New York (EDT): 12:00pm
  • Chicago (CDT): 11:00am
  • Denver (MDT): 10:00am
  • Los Angeles (PDT): 9:00am

 

Weather

In March, expect temperatures ranging from highs in the low 80°s to lows in the low 70°s.

 

Attire

Resort attire is casual during the day. A hat and sunscreen are highly recommended, as the sun is quite strong year-round. The suggested dress code for the Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner is island attire. Breakfast and lunch restaurants allow casual attire. Some dinner restaurants require resort casual attire or casual elegance.

Casual Attire: Bathing suits must be covered up and no wet clothing or bare feet are allowed. Tank tops, shorts, and flip-flops are appropriate  

Resort Casual Attire: Dress shorts and nice sandals for men and skirts, shorts, or sundresses for women. Beachwear is not allowed.

Casual Elegance: Collared shirt or short-sleeved dress shirts and long pants for men and dresses, skirts, or comparable for ladies. Sneakers/tennis shoes or dress sandals are acceptable. No sleeveless shirts or flip-flops.

Island Attire - Nice slacks or shorts, polo shirts, button-down shirts, or sandals for men. Nice pants, shorts, sundresses, nice sandals, or casual shoes for ladies. 

 

Wi-Fi and Cell Phone Usage

Please contact your service provider regarding service and usage fees for calling, texting, and internet roaming before departing your home for the Dominican Republic. Complimentary Wi-Fi will be available in your guestroom.