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Travel Info

The Dominican Republic, with a total population exceeding 8 million, is the most populous country in the Caribbean. The great majority of the population of the Dominican Republic (75 %) are mulattoes, a mixture of Europeans, Africans and American Indians. The main religion is Roman Catholic.

Geography

The Dominican Republic occupies the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola in the Greater Antilles, with Haiti occupying the western portion. Total area is 48,730 sq km. Cuba is the only larger country within the Caribbean and the Greater Antilles region.
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Cities & Distances in the Dominican Republic

With a land area of 48,442 square kilometers, the Dominican Republic is larger than the Bahamas, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, all the Virgin Islands and the entire French West Indies put together. So, it is crucial important for a traveler to know the distances between the points of interest in order to plan a Dominican vacation.
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Dangers

While travel to the Dominican Republic is generally safe, some precautions should be taken and some dangers should be kept in mind. The most common crimes against tourist in the Dominican Republic are mugging and pickpocketing. You shouldn't leave valuables in parked automobiles, on beaches and in other public places.
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Climate

The Dominican Republic has primarily a tropical maritime climate, with more diurnal and local variations in temperature than seasonal ones. The maritime climate of the Dominican Republic with its sea breezes provides comfort temperature year around. Temperatures average from 23°C in the early mornings to 32°C at noon.
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Dominican souvenirs & specialities

The Dominican Republic is famous for its rum, tobacco and cigars. These well-known products of the Dominican Republic can be good souvenirs, as well as Dominican amber.
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Money & Banking

The official currency of the Dominican Republic is the Dominican Peso. Money can be exchanged at commercial banks, exchange booths in hotels and exchange houses. Banks are open on weekdays from 8:30 am to 3 pm.
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Entry requirements

All visitors require a valid passport; citizens of Andorra, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Curacao, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Jamaica, Liechtenstein, Mexico, Monaco, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Russia, Surinam, Switzerland, Uruguay, USA, Venezuela and Yugoslavia are eligible for a 90-day tourist card. Check with the Dominican consulate for the latest visa requirements.