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When preparing to take a trip to the Dominican Republic, or, for that matter, any country that is foreign to you, there are a number of essentials that you must remember to bring along. A map is a must, unless of course you are extremely well versed in geography. On a map of the Dominican Republic you can plan a travel route, if you wish to see the majority of the country, or you can simply choose the place you would most like to visit. More detailed maps may reveal certain significant sites that you should check out.

Packing light is a must also as you do not want to find yourself carrying around a number of heavy suitcases with you everywhere you go. An average-sized backpack accompanied by a smaller knapsack for carrying around items you will need on a daily basis is highly recommended. Another essential is sunscreen as the weather in the Dominican Republic tends to be rather sunny and very hot. A hat may be useful as well. International credit or ATM cards are highly recommended as well as they eliminate you having to carry a lot of money in your wallet or purse.

While some of the essentials are material things, not all are, as there are some basics you must try to remember. Being courteous and polite is a must. Misconceptions and stereotypes tend to transcend borders so being nice to locals and others is a perfect way to dispel any reservations the locals may have of you. Of course, the Dominican is, for the most part, a very open and inviting place to visit, regardless though, manners go a long way. Respecting any local customs and respecting the locals is highly advised also as showing respect for a country's customs helps to keep you out of danger. Learning a little local language never hurts either, even if it is just courtesy phrases.

 

 

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