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10 Prohibited Items You Can’t Bring To Punta Cana This Winter: Don’t Get Fined
You land in Punta Cana, the incredible tropical humidity hits you, and you are absolutely ready for an ice cold Presidente on the beach. But before you can grab a taxi to your luxury all inclusive resort, you have to get past the official customs checkpoint. Dominican Customs is absolutely not the TSA. They do ...
5 Items That You Can't Forget For Your Punta Cana Getaway This Winter
You finally booked your winter escape to the Dominican Republic. You are totally ready for endless sunshine, towering palm trees, and absolute relaxation by the ocean. However, before you zip up your suitcase and head to the airport, you need to make sure you are packing like an absolute professional. The vast majority of travelers ...
These Are The 6 Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resorts With The Best Food For 2027
When you are booking an all inclusive vacation, the food is absolutely the number one thing people talk about in reviews, on social media, and in dedicated travel Facebook groups. For a very long time, all inclusive resorts had a terrible reputation for serving cold buffet food, watered down drinks, and highly repetitive meals that ...
These Are The Top 5 Things All Travelers Need To Know Visiting Punta Cana This Winter
You are officially ready to trade the freezing winter weather for a week of pure sunshine, bottomless cocktails, and perfect white sand beaches. Punta Cana is undeniably the ultimate tropical escape for North American travelers looking to thaw out this winter. However, planning a flawless trip to the Dominican Republic requires a little more strategy ...
How Punta Cana’s Latest Police Crackdown Helps Keep the Destination Safe
You book a trip to Punta Cana for the massive all inclusive resorts, the incredible white sand beaches, and the relaxing Caribbean vibe. It is one of the most popular family and couples destinations on the entire planet. But keeping that pristine, paradise like atmosphere requires a massive amount of behind the scenes work from ...
This Is The Biggest Scam Punta Cana Travelers Face Before Even Leaving Home
Your bags are finally packed and you can already taste that first tropical cocktail on the beach. There is just one more mandatory step to check off your list before you leave for the airport. However, what should be a completely easy, routine travel task routinely ends up scamming tourists out of their hard earned ...
Traveler Safety Index
Punta Cana Live Score
Resort Pulse
52% Occupancy
Things to Do
Top-rated Punta Cana excursions
Saona Island Full-Day Tour
Speedboat to natural pool with starfish, catamaran lunch on the island
Catalina Island Snorkeling
Superior snorkeling at 'The Wall' coral reef with beach buffet
Hip Hop Party Boat
Adults-only cruise with open bar, snorkeling, natural pool
Small-Group Catamaran
Intimate catamaran experience limited to 16 people
Travel Essentials
Emergency contacts + quick tips
Tourist Police
+1 809-222-2026
POLITUR 24/7
US Embassy
+1 809-567-7775
Santo Domingo
Canada Embassy
+1 809-262-3100
24/7: +1 613-996-8885
Hospital
+1 809-686-1414
Hospiten Bavaro
Quick Tips
Tip 10-15% (10% often auto-added)
US power outlets - no adapter needed
Don't drink tap water
Uber limited - taxis at resorts/airports