The official language is Spanish, though English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
Public transport includes regulated taxis and long-distance buses such as Caribe Tours and Metro, which are considered reliable and comfortable.
It is not recommended to use “gua-guas” – overcrowded and unregulated public minibuses.
For your safety, it is advised to avoid walking alone at night, especially outside of tourist zones.
General emergency: 911
Tourist Police (CESTUR): 809-686-8227
English-speaking medical hotline: 849-451-1490
The local currency is the Dominican Peso (DOP).
US Dollars are also accepted in many tourist areas.