The Dominican Republic is the most popular destination for visitors to the Caribbean. The reason is that all of the fun, sun and amazing adventures that everyone who visits the Caribbean expects to find, are available in the country throughout the year. When you are planning a trip to the Dominican Republic, there are certain things you need to prepare for, to ensure you and your family has a great time.
Book a Stay at a Top All-Inclusive Resort
The best way to experience the Dominican Republic is to book your stay at the Grande Bahia Principe San Juan. This high-end resort provides a filled-experience vacation for your entire family. The resort has beautiful rooms that blend in with the environment, several restaurants and bars, a full spa, a live show club and discotheque and a range of activities for the kids. There is so much to do at a Grand Bahia that your family may not want to leave. But if you want to see other parts of the beautiful island, the hotel can arrange tours and excursions to any of the islands wonders.
Bring the Whole Family
There are so many things to do in the Dominican Republic, and the country has activities and adventures for the entire family. When Adults head Puerto Plata on the stunning North coastline, and enjoy the many water activities including snorkeling and windsurfing or go inland for horseback riding, ATV or walking tours of the rugged and beautiful interior of the country.
Couples can go sunbathing on the numerous white sand beaches, shopping for local or international treasures and take a romantic evening sailboat cruise and enjoy the local seafood and views of the beautiful Dominican Republic coastline.
Young people have their pick of fun activities throughout the country. The Grand Bahia Principe San Juan has water activities on their private beach that kids can enjoy every day. They also offer the Bahia Scouts which is kids club that introduces them to the flora and fauna of the area. Kids have fun while they learn.
Pack for Warm Weather and Sunshine
The average temperature in the Dominican Republic varies from 70°F and 86°F and temperatures during the days do not vary much. There is always at least a light and warm sea breeze that carries the smell of the ocean across the island. You can count on the sun is shining almost daily in every part of the country.
In this type of climate clothing can be a liability, so dress properly. Bring lots of short or no sleeve tops, short pants and perhaps a long sleeve shirt for a cool evening. The only need for a hat is to block the sun and socks are definitely not something you need to pack.
Your Visa is Taken care of if You are an American
Getting into the Dominican Republic if you are an American is easy. Visitors from the United States get an automatic tourist visa on arrival that is good for 30 days when they travel to the country.. If you plan on staying longer or are entering the country for any other purpose you must go through the visa process which entails contacting the Dominican Republic Embassy nearest to your city. But for most guests the 30 day visa on arrival is ideal.
Finally don’t forget your camera because there will be tons of picture taking opportunities as you and your family explore the Dominican Republic.
