Highlights of Punta Cana, Ideal for your All Inclusive Honeymoon
Couples will find gorgeous beaches with white sandy shores to rugged mountain peaks, and tropical rain forests to mangrove swamps
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic is home to the highest and lowest points in the Caribbean, mountainous tropical forests overlooking beautiful beaches, rich next to poor, historical dwellings and modern hotels. There is a complex cultural amalgamation between Spanish, Danish, African, Caucasian, and a Haitian minority.
All Inclusive Resorts in Punta Cana are perfect for sun lovers and Honeymoon couples who want a tropical honeymoon location that is affordable as well as luxurious.
Dominican Republic is a beautiful island paradise with a rich cultural history from the native cave-dwelling Tanio Indians, to the discovery and colonization of the country by Christopher Columbus in 1492.
Quick Facts for The Dominican Republic:
Location – Caribbean, eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola, between the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, east of Haiti
Languages – Spanish is the official language although some English and French are spoken. You won’t have any problems communicating in the DR. Dominicans are very friendly and even if they do not speak your language
Currency – Most prices in the Punta Cana are in Dominican pesos. If you plan to make a big purchase in small shops and markets, negotiate first with the seller who may be interested in receiving the payment in American dollars or euros. Prices are fixed, however, in supermarkets and shopping mall stores. Your best bet is to use an ATM to withdraw local currency at the best daily exchange rate. Most credit cards are accepted and banks offer ATM’s as well as cash advances on credit cards.
Time Zone – Dominican Republic currently observes Atlantic Standard Time (AST) all year. DST is no longer in use. Clocks do not change in Dominican Republic.
Electricity – 110 volt/60 cycle, suitable for U.S. appliances.
Climate – The Dominican Republic is surrounded by over 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of coastline on its north, east, and southern borders, and the climate is tropical. Noontime temperatures range from 27°C to 32°C (80°F to 90°F ), and can fall to 18°C and 23°C (64°F to 73°F) during the winter. Because we are in the tropics, it is hard to say if and when there is a rainy season. Rains are usually short lasting.
Clothing – The Dominican Republic has warm sunny weather all-year-round. But it does get chilly in the morning and evenings from November to March, whether in the city or in the mountains, so packing in layers is key. You should bring light cotton or linen clothing for warm weather, aside from swimwear, a light cardigan, pants, and a light jacket. Even if staying at a resort, make sure you pack a dressy outfit for special occasions, or to dine in upscale restaurants. If you go to a National Theater performance, for instance, you will need a sport jacket, and no jeans are allowed. In addition, if you are visiting churches or certain national monuments and museums, you may not be able to enter if you are in shorts or mini skirts. Some government offices will not admit you with a sleeveless shirt or without closed footwear.
