Money in Dominican Rep

[nat_84]

Me and my boyfriend are going to Dominican Republic at the end of August...(we're from London)

What currency is best to spend out there??

Pounds? Dollars?Pesos?

[danimarie91]

It depends...its easiest to take Dollars and they will convert it into whatever their local currency (i think its Dominican pesos) is at your hotel complex.

When we went we took American Dollars and they converted it, their used to it out there because they get so many of the american tourists because its not far for them to travel.

I have a feeling they take dollars, but a lot of the hotel staff are on such low pay and its nice to tip them, and as they work in Pesos you should have a few (they show you such gratitude for giving them like �1!) everyone is really lovely and friendly out there and you'll have an amazing time!
The short to your answer is Dollars-get it at the post office though as they don't charge commission!

Happy holidays!

[nat_84]

Thanks very much for the informative reply - dollars it is!

[LindyLouLou]

Hi nat_84
Just to add to the above - check the exchange rates out. Yes the post office do offer commission free exchange, but they bung it on the exchange rate so you get less than from some of the banks, travel agents, etc. It pays to shop around.
Have a fab time,
Lynne

[nat_84]

Thanks lindyloulou.

I'll definitely have a search around!

x

[JudgeJ]

Also make sure you take plenty of Imodium and Diocalm and make sure your holiday insurance is paid up to date.

[nat_84]

Yeah, i heard the upset stomach could kick in... Imodium will definitely be packed!!

Was also warned to not go near the water - to brush teeth with frsh bottled water.

Thanks guys x

[BreezerB]

I visted the Dom Republic in June this year. Although they except Amercian Dollars and Pesos. Pesos is properly the best currency to use. This is because when we changed our A.Dollars travellers cheques, we were given pesos.Also the airports prefer Pesos.Dont forget that you have to pay your taxes for coming into the Country and when departing the Country in Pesos.
Finally I would recommend that you go White Water Rafting and on the Jeep Safari!
Hope this helps!

[nat_84]

thats brilliant, so how about i get half dollars and half pesos??

Did you do swimming with dolphins Breezer?

We get a free diving lesson with our trip too.

[nat_84]

What animals did u see during the safari??

[BreezerB]

I didnt go swimming with the dolphins because Id had already experienced that in Cancun! Although it is a good place to do it.The Jeep Safari takes you right into the Domincian countryside, where you see how the local dommicians live.They are the nicest, happiest people you will meet considering how they live! you dont get to see many animals apart from local farm animals! Its called Jeep Safari coz you go on these massive Jeeps which take you through the water, its really fun with all the beer,rum, coke etc you can drink! The hotels are used to converting dollars into pesos and vice versa so I shoudnt worry about it that much,take some local Domincian currency in cash and the rest in cheques. Finally be prepared to tip alot! and avoid the porters at the airport! they dont take "NO" for an answer.

[nat_84]

I lived in Ghana for 3 months last year - so from what u just said regarding, people, porters etc - it all sounds very familiar.

I'll defo try the Jeep ride - sound fun!!

Im also gonna do the swimming with dolphins and diving!!

Just wanna get there now!!!!!!!!!

Appreciate the advice!!

Many Thanks x