I am going on holiday and have only changed up some pounds for dollars. do I need any local currency?
2006-09-17 01:19:49 · 12 answers · asked by ChrisAds 2 in Travel ➔ Caribbean ➔ Dominican Republic
The official currency is the Dominican Peso, not regular peso. But everyone not only will accept US dollars, they prefer it. That's because over the years the dollar has been alot stronger them the DOM. Just make sure to bring lots of small bills, because no one will want to or be able to break a larger one. have Fun!
2006-09-18 12:02:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Dominican Republic uses the Dominican Peso. However, many local merchants, shops and restaurants accept US Dollars as well. The exchange rate for pound to Dominican Peso is £1 -61.99 Dominican Pesos. If you're taking dollars on your holiday it's probably not a bad idea to convert a small amount to Dominican Pesos.
2006-09-17 01:37:04 · answer #2 · answered by Twinkles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Money changing is very easy in the DR and availble at any bank. Just don't do it in the hotel since they will charge a much higher rate than a bank or street corner for that matter. The rate has been around 32 pesos to a dollar for years and varies only a little bit. Most tourist areas have ATMs and you can use your card there. Any place that does not accept pesos will likely accept Credit Cards. Try to avoid walking around with a lot of cash outside of the hotels. There really is no reason to have more than about 1000 pesos at night($30). In areas where there are local women(like discos in Sosua), be careful of female pickpockets. They usually work in pairs. Don't keep all your money in one place and don't flash it around. Use the same common sense you would have in any other city.
2016-03-27 05:00:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The local currency is Dominican Peso and I'd advise you to bring some with you.
2006-09-17 01:54:41 · answer #4 · answered by fabee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dollars should work, but the official currency is the Dominican peso. This link should give you a much better idea:
http://www.webdominicana.com/currency-en.html
2006-09-17 01:31:23 · answer #5 · answered by Dafydd J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They use the Dominican Peso (DOP). It would be advisable to have some local currency with you while there. You never know when you may need it.
2006-09-17 01:32:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Peso, the same as in Mexico. I know I went to Punta Cana in May 2006. Have fun it's great. Check out Saona Island tour.
2006-09-17 01:25:15 · answer #7 · answered by GERRI B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dom Peso. I have heard that exchanging at the airport is best. Remeber when you use your CC for purchases your CC company will exchange at the most current rate...can be very helpful since some merchants will play games with the rates.
2006-09-17 02:57:25 · answer #8 · answered by Caped_Crusader 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dominican Peso which isn't worth the paper it is printed on.
I was there two months ago. I think the exchange rate is like; US$1.00 - 53pesos.
2006-09-19 06:42:34 · answer #9 · answered by DivaByNature,B*tchByChoice 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's a personal choice really, however i have spoken to a lot of Americans recently on a travel forum and they only take dollars to the Dom Rep and haven't had any problems - they even tip and pay taxis with the dollar
2006-09-17 08:15:29 · answer #10 · answered by Emily L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋