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Destination wedding in the Dominican Republic: a guide for your guests

Punta Cana is one of the easiest Caribbean destination weddings: direct flights, long beaches and all-inclusive resorts that take care of guests from arrival to the last dance.

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Where to get married in the Dominican Republic, from your guests' point of view

Punta Cana

Punta Cana, Bávaro & Cap Cana · best December to April

Long white beaches, warm Caribbean water and big all-inclusive resorts that make hosting a crowd easy. Guests can do as much or as little as they like, from catamaran days to lazy afternoons on the sand.

  • Getting there: Punta Cana International (PUJ) is 15 to 30 minutes from most resorts, with direct flights from the US, Canada and Europe.
  • Car needed: Not usually
  • Activity prices: Mid-range
  • Group favorites: saona Island catamaran day trip; catamaran snorkel cruise along the reef; dune buggy tour to Macao Beach and a cave pool

Things to do · Weekend itinerary · Where to stay · Welcome dinner

Good to know for guests in the Dominican Republic

  • Currency: Dominican peso (DOP). US dollars are widely accepted at resorts and tourist businesses.
  • Tipping: Restaurant bills include a 10% service charge by law, plus tax. An extra 5 to 10% for good service is appreciated, as are small tips for resort staff.
  • Dinner time: Dinner usually from 7 to 10 pm. Resort à la carte restaurants often need a reservation.
  • Group dinners: Book a private area at a beach restaurant, or reserve a resort restaurant for the welcome dinner well ahead.
  • Power plugs: Type A and B plugs (same as the US), 110 V.
  • Entry rules: Passport and visa rules depend on nationality. Ask guests to check their own government's travel advice early.

Comparisons

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Questions couples ask

When is the best time for a wedding in the Dominican Republic?

Punta Cana: December to April.

Do wedding guests need to tip in the Dominican Republic?

Restaurant bills include a 10% service charge by law, plus tax. An extra 5 to 10% for good service is appreciated, as are small tips for resort staff.

What time is dinner in the Dominican Republic?

Dinner usually from 7 to 10 pm. Resort à la carte restaurants often need a reservation.

What currency and plugs do guests need in the Dominican Republic?

Dominican peso (DOP). US dollars are widely accepted at resorts and tourist businesses. Type A and B plugs (same as the US), 110 V.

What should guests budget for a wedding in the Dominican Republic?

Flights and accommodation are usually the biggest costs, followed by meals and activities. Our free destination wedding guest budget calculator adds it all up per person and per day.

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