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Inside Background
Culture 
Punta Cana is the major resort and tourist area of the Dominican Republic, and...
Last edited: June 20, 2006
Health & Safety 
Tourists should be aware that there is a risk of contracting sicknesses from...
Last edited: September 07, 2008
History 
Punta Cana is a popular resort area in the Dominican Republic, which is located...
Last edited: August 16, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
The tourist board for Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic has a website which...
Last edited: August 16, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Punta Cana has a tropical climate, and you can generally expect pleasant...
Last edited: September 11, 2008
Custom limits USA 
http://www.cbp.go...   check here for the latest duty free limits for the USA
Last edited: December 13, 2007
Health 
Occasionally, you will see a forum post informing about a Malaria alert or...
Last edited: May 25, 2008
Hotels and Resorts 
When you arrive at the hotel have your hotel voucher ready (this came with your...
Last edited: September 20, 2008
Mosquitoes in Punta Cana 
Mosquitoes There are mosquitoes around in Punta Cana. If you are the type who...
Last edited: April 10, 2008
Places with Free Wifi 
A couple of good places to go for wireless internet are Las Lenas, a coffee...
Last edited: June 22, 2007
Punta Cana Resort Maps 
Punta Cana Hotel Map - shows locations of hotels on a satellite map Punta Cana...
Last edited: January 27, 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Punta Cana is such a popular tourist destination that it has its own (privately...
Last edited: December 10, 2007
Arrivals and Depatures 
Packing Be sure to pack 24 hours worth of clothes, medicines and toiletries in...
Last edited: August 01, 2008
Money 
Even though you are in a foreign country you will find that the US$ is accepted...
Last edited: July 14, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
If you want to the leave the resort for a full day excursion, you can either...
Last edited: January 10, 2007
Nightlife 
Nightlife In Punta Cana Map of the area can be seen here...
Last edited: August 07, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
What better to spend a well-earned vacation than relaxing at one of the most...
Last edited: September 18, 2008
Shopping 
  Shopping in Punta Cana   Artesany Center : located on the road Friusa-Melia...
Last edited: July 30, 2008
Sports & Activities 
Sports Golf There are Seven golf courses in operation the area: Barcelo Golf de...
Last edited: August 26, 2008
Dominican Cigars 
Dominican cigars are also some of the finest rolled anywhere. You will find a...
Last edited: June 06, 2008
Electricity 
One of the most common questions asked is "Will our electric devices <you...
Last edited: June 08, 2008
Rums 
Domincam rum is one of the best in the world, like anything else there are many...
Last edited: December 23, 2007
School Visits 
Many tourists like to visit the schools in the Punta Cana area. Having been in...
Last edited: January 07, 2008
Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park 
The Indigenous Eyes Ecological Reserve is one of the best-kept secrets in Punta...
Last edited: February 24, 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Cheap Eats 
La Belga  in Plaza Tronco (almost oposite of Friusa). A small European style...
Last edited: October 22, 2007
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Inside Dominican Republic: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Money The best way to manage spending money for food, drinks, gifts, excursions...
Last edited: August 04, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Entry into the Dominican Republic is easy!  Most nationalities will not require...
Last edited: November 27, 2006
Important Phrases 
Yes Si SEE No No NOH Please Por favor Pore fah-VORE Thank you Gracias...
Last edited: June 24, 2008
Telephones 
Calling TO the Dominican Republic If you want to call a number in the Dominican...
Last edited: June 01, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping is very appreciated in the DR, as wages are low.  A dollar to them...
Last edited: August 10, 2008
Currency Issues 
Resorts in the Dominican do accept Pesos (the local curerency) but the American...
Last edited: July 03, 2008
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