Dominican Republic (Punta Cana & Beyond) (Podcast #27)

Heading to the Dominican Republic? There's more to it than Punta Cana! In this episode, Claudicet & Betty chat about everything you need to know before traveling to the Dominican Republic. They chat about the dreamiest destinations, secluded beaches, foods to try, safety, & hidden gems you might not know about. Claudicet also spills her #1 tip for what NOT to do - whether you're at a resort or not. Have a question about Dominican Republic? Drop it in the comments 👇 📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com -All Dominican Republic guides: https://travellemming.com/dominican-republic/  -Dominican Republic Packing List: https://travellemming.com/dominican-republic-packing-list/  -Things to Do in Santo Domingo: https://travellemming.com/things-to-do-in-santo-domingo/ -Where to Stay in Punta Cana: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-punta-cana/  -Where to Stay in Santo Domingo: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-santo-domingo/  -Where to Stay in the Dominican Republic: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-the-dominican-republic/    📰 Perspectives from Travel Lemming.com -There's more to the Dominican Republic than Punta Cana: https://travellemming.com/perspectives/dominican-republic-more-than-punta-cana-here-are-my-favorite-destinations/  -I broke my collarbone in Italy: https://travellemming.com/perspective/i-broke-my-collarbone-in-italy-what-it-was-like-getting-injured-abroad/  #DominicanRepublic #DominicanRepublicTravel #Punta Cana #SantoDomingo #TravelTips   00:00 – Teaser: Why visit the Dominican Republic 00:34 – Meet Betty & guest expert Claudicet Peña 02:00 – Claudicet's Dominican roots & life in DR 02:50 – Why visit the Dominican Republic? 03:45 – Where is the Dominican Republic on the map? 04:35 – Best things to do in DR (beaches, food, culture, history) 06:00 – Whale watching in Samaná 06:20 – Favorite beaches & hidden gems 07:08 – Top 5 attractions in DR (Zona Colonial, Punta Cana, Samaná, Puerto Plata, La Romana) 12:00 – Hidden gems: Santo Domingo's Chinatown food market 13:00 – Diversity, expats & cultural mix 14:00 – More adventures in Punta Cana & La Romana 15:00 – Family-friendly activities & mom perspective 15:40 – Etiquette & safety tips (Spanish, water, transportation, island time) 18:10 – Best places to stay (Santo Domingo, Punta Cana, Samaná) 21:30 – Budget travel tips & affordable areas 24:35 – Other must-see spots: Jarabacoa mountains & Cabrera beaches 28:23 – Hospitality & unforgettable local experiences 28:40 – Safety in DR (petty theft, safe areas, precautions) 29:37 – When to visit (dry season, rainy season, hurricane season) 31:13 – How long to stay in DR 31:52 – How to get around (car, Uber, bus, metro, motorbike, walking) 34:48 – Dominican cuisine & drinks (mangú, morir soñando, Presidente beer) 37:32 – Final travel tips (hydration, bug spray, dress code) 39:13 – Why visit the Dominican Republic: "It has it all" 40:35 – Wrap up & where to find Claudicet's guides