Summary:

Punta Cana is one of the newest hotspot in the Dominican Republic offering many all-inclusive hotels and resorts with well-known brand names such as, Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts, Barcelo Bavaro Hotels & Resorts, Caribbean Village Resorts and Amhsa Hotels, which have created accommodations to suite everyone's needs, from three star hotels to five star deluxe resorts.

Activities range from scuba diving, water skiing, jet skiing, horseback riding, and mountain climbing to laying on the beach, soaking up the sun's rays. Enjoy your next vacation in this tropical paradise.

Average Temperature (in Degree Celcius):

General Information:

Language: Spanish. English widely spoken in most areas.

Currency and Exchange: The Dominican Republic Peso is the local currency, although US dollars is recommended. Most hotels have a money exchange office on site. Visa and MasterCard are the most widely accepted credit cards. ATM's are not easy to find and the Cirrus system is not compatible everywhere.

Voltage: 110V (same as Canada and US)

Transfer Times: Please keep in mind that these times are approximate depending on traffic and any other problems that may occur along the way.

Approximate transfer times are as follows...
Punta Cana Airport to:
Santo Domingo - 3 hr 30 mins - 4 hrs
La Romana - 1 hr 45 mins - 2 hrs
Samana - 7 hours

Punta Cana Activities: Golfing, windsurfing, shopping, sunbathing, horseback riding.

Tours and Excursions: In the Dominican Republic, you can expore this lush, green island on a Jeep Safari, on an ecological tour or by horseback. Experience the culture and people through a sightseeing tour of our cities and towns or by sea on a luxury catamaran for a day swim with the dolphins or go whale watching. Don't miss out the splendor of the Dominican Republic. We hope that you enjoy the tours and excursions that are offered.

Travel Tips:

Here are a few pointers you may find helpful:

Check-in: Please have your hotel voucher ready for check-in at the hotel's reception. Based upon your arrival and check-in time, it is possible that your room may not be ready. Pack your bathing suit and shorts in your carry on so that you can enjoy the facilities until your room is ready.

Welcome Cocktail: The Tour Operator welcome cocktail provides valuable information on the hotel services, money exchange, shopping, and excursions. We will also inform you about the departure procedure and answer any questions you may have. Make sure to attend yours.

Safety Deposit Boxes: Please use your safety deposit box for all your valuables, cash and travel documents. Some hotels provide safety deposit boxes free of charge while others may require a nominal fee. You will be required to pay a penalty fee if you lose the key.

Water: It is recommended that you drink bottled water. It can be purchased in the hotel's shop and in grocery stores. The ice and drinking water served in the hotels is made from purified water.

Long Distance Calls: Telephone charges are quite expensive in the Dominican Republic. It is preferable to make a collect call or use your calling card via Canada Direct. Service charges apply when calling from your room. Please see your Tour Operator Representative in destination for further information.

Taxes and Tipping: Generally, taxes are automatically added to purchases. Tipping percentage is similar to Canada. If you receive good service, please express your gratitude and offer a tip.

Your flight Home: Please check the Tour Operator Information Boards or Binders located in your hotel to reconfirm your departure time. As a friendly reminder, make sure that you have packed your flight documents, medication, or any articles that you must have with you at all times in your carry on luggage. Seat selection is on a first come, first serve basis, unless previously booked and paid for prior to your departure to the Dominican Republic.

Departure Tax: Is included in the cost of your Transat Holidays package

Please Note: The government of the Dominican Republic has made an official announcement that all of the public night club's / disco's in the Dominican Republic, will have to follow a regulation to close at midnight (Sunday to Thursday) and at 2:00am(Friday and Saturday). The government has also implemented a law that no alcohol can be consumed in a car that is being driven. Any alcohol purchased must be closed and stored in the trunks of the car.

View hotel info and rates