the most attractive destinations in the Dominican Republic<\/a>. You can also enjoy the best beaches in Punta Cana and the activities that each of them brings.<\/p>\nWe recommend you participate in the following excursions:
\n– Coffee and Cocoa plantation tours
\n– Chocolate Tour
\n– Scuba Diving Excursions
\n– Snorkeling Excursion + Party Boat<\/p>\n
Apart from excursions, before getting to Punta Cana we recommend you to explore different options to sightseeing, for example, the Eagles Bay which is considered by a large number of Dominicans, one of the best beaches in the world. <\/span><\/p>\nPunta Cana Cuisine<\/h2>\n
Your vacation is an excellent opportunity to taste the Dominican gastronomy. The Dominican Cuisine is a fusion of flavor and cultures<\/strong>. Spain, Africa, Lebanon, France and China are some of the countries influencing the local gastronomy.<\/p>\nBy the way, you should be aware of the fact that it is not always safe to eat local food in the Dominican Republic, since hygienic and sanitary rules are not always followed. For that reason, we recommend you to avoid junk food and street food. <\/span><\/p>\nBest time to visit Punta Cana<\/h2>\n
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You could say that there are no seasons in Punta Cana, since the weather is warm and stable, sunny and pleasant all year round. Therefore, if you wonder when is it better to visit Punta Cana, the answer is that <\/span>any date of the year is good to know this paradise<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\nThe high season starts in January and finished in March. It is said to be the best time to visit Punta Cana, sub the temperature is between 29\u00aaC and 19\u00aaC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nLow season corresponds to the months from April to September. The climate becomes more humid and, in July, it is when it starts to rain. <\/span><\/p>\nCurrency in Punta Cana: tips you should know<\/b><\/h2>\n
You may wonder if the currency used in Punta Cana are pesos or dollars. The Dominican Peso is the official currency in the Dominican Republic. It has the following denominations for banknotes: RD$50, RD$100, RD$200, RD$500, RD$1000 and RD$2000; and for coins: RD$1, RD$5, RD$10 and RD$25. In and around Punta Cana the U.S. Dollar is a currency widely accepted in stores, resorts, restaurants. Not only that: USD are preferred over the peso and the type of business mentioned have the same rate as a bank. Due to that, we recommend you travel to the Dominican Republic with U.S. Dollars.<\/span><\/p>\nIf you want exchange your money from U.S. Dollars to Pesos the best rates are offered at Banks or Money Exchange Agency such as Western Union and Caribe Express.<\/span><\/p>\nAs a general advice, try no to exchange your money in the airport, since their rates are quite lower than any other place in Punta Cana. <\/span><\/p>\nCultural Activities in Punta Cana<\/b><\/h2>\n
Doing cultural activities is the best way for you to explore the city, town or country. If you travel with kids is an ideal option to organize educational activities with the family. Some Family friendly cultural excursions<\/strong> we suggest are:<\/p>\n\n- Colonial Zone\u2019s churches.
\nDominican Carnival.
\nSugar and Larimar routes.
\nCaves of Wonders (Cueva de las Maravillas).
\nChocolate and coffee plantations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTransportation from Punta Cana airport<\/h2>\n
Before going to Punta Cana, you have to know the different options that exist to go to the airport.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThere are typical options that are found throughout all destinations such as taxis and ubers. Also, you can pre-book your airport transfers or use private transfers from the airport to the hotel or resort you have booked.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nIn the airport you will also find the traditional options to rent a car and public transport. <\/span><\/p>\nFor additional details, ask the travel agency of your hotel.<\/h2>\n
Transportation from Punta Cana Airport<\/p>\n
When planning a vacation to Punta Cana, you\u2019re probably considering how you arrive to the hotel from the airport. There are multiple options: taxis, public transportation or renting a car.<\/p>\n
Where to stay in Punta Cana<\/h2>\n
Knowing where to stay and rest in Punta Cana is as important as the tips.<\/p>\n
On this occasion, we would like to recommend the hotel in Punta Cana<\/a> called Catalonia B\u00e1varo<\/a>.<\/p>\nThis place is more than a hotel: it is a paradisiacal resort in Cabeza de Toro.<\/p>\n
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Its villas are surrounded by lakes and tropical gardens. What a dream.
\nAlthough the resort is like a city itself, you will have the opportunity to take excursions to places of the Dominican Republic, such as La Hacienda Park, la Bas\u00edlica de la Altagracia and the Fortress of Ozama. Also, it is located in a safe area.<\/p>\n
We hope that, after reading our tips to visit Punta Cana, you are more clear about what you have to carry with you and also what to take into account when visiting the Republican Dominic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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