Preparation
Packing Guide
What to bring to the Dominican Republic — and what to leave at home.
Documents
Essential- ✓Passport (valid 6+ months)
- ✓E-ticket QR code (printed + digital)
- ✓Travel insurance documents
- ✓Hotel confirmation
- ✓Flight itinerary
- ✓Copies of all documents stored separately
Clothing
- ✓Lightweight, breathable fabrics (it's hot)
- ✓Swimwear (2–3 sets)
- ✓Sandals or flip-flops
- ✓Comfortable walking shoes
- ✓Light layer for AC in restaurants and taxis
- ✓Dressy outfit if visiting upscale restaurants
- ✓Rain jacket or compact umbrella (if traveling May–Nov)
Health & pharmacy
- ✓Prescription medications (with original packaging)
- ✓Sunscreen SPF 50+ (expensive locally)
- ✓Insect repellent (DEET recommended)
- ✓Antidiarrheal medication
- ✓Antihistamines
- ✓Hand sanitizer
- ✓Rehydration sachets
Practical gear
- ✓Universal power adapter (US plugs work, but adapter is handy)
- ✓Portable charger / power bank
- ✓Waterproof bag or dry bag for beach days
- ✓Reusable water bottle (fill from sealed jugs, not tap)
- ✓Padlock for luggage
Money
Essential- ✓Debit card that works internationally (low fees)
- ✓Some USD cash (accepted in tourist areas)
- ✓Notify your bank before travel
- ✓Avoid airport currency kiosks — use bank ATMs
Leave at home
- ✕Expensive jewelry or watches
- ✕More clothes than you need (laundry is cheap)
- ✕Bottled water (buy locally)
- ✕Hairdryer (most hotels provide one)
Don't forget your e-ticket
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