I have received some questions regarding common travel tips and items to bring. I thought it would be useful to compile the answers here for everyone to benefit from.
Do I need to bring an adapter to the resort?
The Dominican Republic has a voltage of 110V, frequency of 60Hz, and utilizes plug type A. This is the same as what is used in Canada and the US with two flat parallel prongs. You are advised to bring an adapter which will only allow you to plug your appliance into the wall socket; it will not change the electrical voltage.
What currency is used in the Dominican Republic?
The currency is the Dominican Peso. Both Canadian and US dollars are accepted at some locations, and can be used in exchange for Pesos.
What language is spoken in the Dominican Republic?
The native language is Spanish. Many staff at the resort speak passable English, particularly staff responsible for hotel management and entertainment.
Tipping - how much? Is it accepted?
Tipping is widely accepted and appreciated by staff in the Dominican Republic. Most service employees earn little to no base salary, and the tips they earm compirse the vast majority of their income. A few dollars or the equivalent in the local currency, is considered average for tipping service employees each day. Employees also appreciate small gifts like candy, personal hygiene items (i.e., toothbrushes), and other souvenier type items from Canada.
Luggage Allottment
Your Nolitours vacation package includes flights operated by Air Transat. Please see the complete baggage requirements here: Air Transat: What You Can Bring
Other Resources and Information
Tourist Board: www.dominicanrepublic.com
Canadian Government: Travel Report
Time Zone is GMT -4 which is 30 minutes earlier than Newfoundland.
