Dominican Republic
Punta Cana is the Caribbean all-inclusive — palm beaches, rum, and a resort week in the sun.
Punta Cana is the Dominican Republic's resort coast — miles of palm-lined beaches and all-inclusive resorts built for a sun-and-rum week. Stay in a resort for the easy trip, or venture to Santo Domingo's colonial zone for the country's history. Best December–April; it's the easy Caribbean escape.
How long
4–7 days
Currency
Dominican peso (DOP); USD widely accepted.
Language
Spanish. English in resorts.
Getting around
Resort shuttles and taxis; a rental for day trips.
Budget range
USD 120–250 per person per day at mid-range (resort-style).
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