travel right. pack light : DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

The atmosphere is pretty casual and there is no need to bring any formal dress. It can be hot and humid during the day while cooler at night. The key to maintaining your comfort is to bring ample layers and protection from sun, wind and insects. Less is more and leave valuables at home!

• Your passport (be sure it’s up to date!)

• 1-2 paper copies of your passport

• Copy of your COVID vaccination record

• Any prescriptions or medications you need

• Bug spray

• Sunscreen

• Reusable water bottle

• Small backpack or day bag

• Phone

• Chargers

• Wallet/money 

• Bathing suit

• Beach cover up 

• Hat

• Rash guard or sun shirt for paddleboarding

• Assortment of t-shirts, shorts and tank tops

• Windbreaker or light weight rain jacket

• Sweatshirt

• Light sweater

• Flipflops/Teva/ or similar water sandals

• Clothes for yoga

• Clothes you can get dirty for service projects. 

• Long pants and socks for optional hiking/exploring

• Sneakers

• Sundress for last dinner

• Yoga mat

• Personal toiletries

• Sleep mask/ear plugs

• Headlight

• Camera

• Travel alarm clock

• Extra batteries

• Personal first aid kit

• Bag for wet clothes

• Tampons/pads

• Book/journal/pen

• Dry bag

• Sunglasses

• Games like cards, bananagrams, Dominos etc

Currency

The currency in the DR is the Dominican Peso. If you are bringing cash please do so in smaller bills (20's are fine) as larger ones are harder to change.

You may also bring pesos but keep in mind there are ATM's where you can withdraw pesos if needed.

Credit cards aren't always accepted so please don't depend on them as your only means of buying something. 

You will need money for the lunches that are on your own, any souvenir shopping you want to do, any alcohol you consume, extra snacks and things and if you want to do any additional activities. 

A fantastic app to download to your phone to make conversions easier is XE CURRENCY.

Tipping

There will not be many situations where you will need to tip but as always if you feel a service given to you deserves it, then it is up to your discretion i.e. driver, hotel staff, instructor....If you do an optional tour or surf lesson generally a 10% tip is appreciated.

For room cleaning generally $5 per day per person, for driver generally $5-$8 per day. Please keep in mind these are all just suggested amounts!

Wondering what’s in my suitcase? Here are some of my fav packing essentials. From skin care to gear and everything in between. Plus-all selections are from some of my favorite women owned, sustainable stores. Happy packing! ~Caitlin