Returned from 8 days in Dominican Republic. Mixed feelings but mostly positive.
Accommodation:
Mid-range Airbnb near the main area. $62/night. Clean and central.
Scene:
About what the forum described. Prices were fair for the quality.
Quality:
Better selection than last time. Had 7 encounters total.
Logistics:
Taxis are cheap but negotiate first. Food was cheap and delicious.
Safety:
Felt safe throughout.
Overall: 7.5/10. Solid choice, will be back.
Happy to answer any questions.
Returning to Dominican Republic after 3 years — what's different?
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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I was there in January and prices were exactly as described. Spent about $80/day all-in.
My tip: midweek is much better.
My tip: midweek is much better.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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This matches my experience. Dominican Republic is worth the trip.
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I was there in January and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $100/day all-in.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
My tip: try the local spots away from tourists.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Word of caution — be careful with street touts. Other than that, great destination.
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Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The friendly atmosphere is what keeps me coming back.
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