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Dominican Republic

Juan Dolio & Boca Chica

Juan Dolio & Boca Chica, Dominican Republic
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Juan Dolio and Boca Chica are the beaches closest to Santo Domingo, with calm water and a local Dominican feel. They are a good choice to combine beach time with the Colonial Zone or for short getaways.

Things to do in Juan Dolio & Boca Chica

  1. 1 Swim in Boca Chica's reef-protected lagoon.
  2. 2 Relax at Juan Dolio's beachfront resorts.
  3. 3 Try fried fish on the beach.
  4. 4 Visit Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone.

Practical information for Juan Dolio & Boca Chica

Entry requirements can change: we review them with you before every trip.

Airports
Santo Domingo (SDQ)
Documents for US citizens
U.S. passport valid for the entire stay (6 months recommended) and a return or onward ticket. No visa for up to 30 days (longer stays pay a fee on departure). The tourist card (US$10) is included in the airfare. You must complete the free E-Ticket electronic form (eticket.migracion.gob.do) for entry and exit. U.S. permanent residents and holders of a valid U.S. visa may enter without a Dominican visa; others: check based on nationality. Dominicans with dual citizenship may enter with a Dominican passport.Read more ▾
Currency
Dominican peso (DOP). USD is accepted at resorts and tourist areas; cards accepted at hotels
Language
Spanish
Time zone
Atlantic Time (UTC-4) with no daylight saving time: 1 hour ahead of Miami/New York in winter; same time in summer
Plugs
Type A/B, 110V (same as the U.S.)
Weather
Warm tropical all year (26-31 °C). Rain is more frequent from May to November, usually short downpours. Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30 (peak August-October). Sargassum may appear from spring to summer.

Hotels we recommend

Santo Domingo Bay Convention Resort & Casino

Juan Dolio / Boca Chica · Juan Dolio & Boca Chica ★★★★

Santo Domingo Bay Convention Resort & Casino

  • All-inclusive

4-star all-inclusive resort in Juan Dolio, Juan Dolio & Boca Chica. 2 room types to choose from.

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