What the tourist needs to know about the Dominican Republic (medicine, shops, entertainment, etc
There are many religious and public holidays in the Dominican Republic. The most outstanding is the carnival at the end of February in Santa Domingo. In July, the Merigne festival was held in the capital, and later, in October – Puerto Festival.
Operating mode of all stores from 9-12, then from 15-18. Souvenirs are best bought by those made of bone, amber, wood, shells, corals. The largest trade centers are located Santa Domingo. In them you can buy shoes, various clothes, industrial goods at affordable prices.
There are 3 airports in the Dominican Republic, they are called Punta Kan, Puert Plat and Santa Domingo. You can move through the streets of the city by bus and taxi. Or you can rent a car.
And medicine in the Dominican Republic costs money. If you have medical insurance, you can only get first aid for free.