Airport Information
For your vacation in Punta Cana, you will arrive at the Aeropuerto Internacional Punta Cana (Punta Cana International Airport) located less than 30 minutes from the Barceló Resorts in Punta Cana. Guests can take hotel shuttles, rent a car or catch a taxi, which usually costs less than $30 USD. Facilities include shops, snack bars, restaurants and bar, duty-free shopping and ATMs. Departure tax for stays up to 2 weeks is $20 USD and $25USD for stays longer than 2 weeks.
Weather/Climate
The location of the Dominican Republic puts the country right on the border of the tropical zone. The average annual temperature of is a balmy 25ºC and 77ºF, with warm and sunny weather most of the year. There are slight variations in weather through the seasons with low humidity and cooler nights in the winter season of November through April. The summer begins in May and goes through October with higher humidity and average daily highs of around 31ºC and 87ºF.
Local Customs
The people of the Dominican Republic are known for their friendliness and affinity for laughter. However, as a whole, they are quite conservative and visitors should take measures to be respectful of their culture. For example, it is proper to exchange some pleasantries at the start of any conversation before getting down to business. The Dominicans make their appearance a top priority. Wearing light, comfortable clothing is appropriate during the day, but at night, especially in the cities, men wear slacks and a nice shirt while women are usually found wearing their evening best. Many historical sites and churches also have strict rules concerning proper attire.
Airport Information