EPISODE · Aug 2, 2026 · 9 MIN
Settling In: Guaguas, Merengue, and a Real Beach Day
from Dominican Republic Travel Podcast with Carlos Peña · host Carlos Peña
Carlos Peña tackles day two in Punta Cana: a guagua ride to Verón, a local comedor lunch, groceries, the search for a dance class, and a sunset at Playa Macao. He gets a crash course in Dominican rhythm, both musical and everyday, and starts to feel less like a tourist. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Dominican Republic: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Dominican Republic guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 2 of Dominican Republic Travel Podcast with Carlos Peña. Carlos Peña is in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Places in this episode: Bávaro, Verón, Mercado Municipal de Higüey, El Cortecito, Playa Macao. Covered: local transport, local food, language learning, dance, beaches, practical logistics. Chapters:00:00 Bávaro01:33 Verón03:58 Street05:05 El Cortecito06:19 Playa Macao08:15 Car interior A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #PuntaCana #DominicanRepublic #Bavaro #Veron #PlayaMacao #Guagua #Motoconcho #ComidaCriolla #Merengue #Bachata #TravelDR #ExpatLife #Caribbean #Higuey #IndigenousEyes #CapCana #UveroAlto https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/dominican-republic/
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