Going back to the DR after 28 YEARS — what should I know? 🇩🇴❤️
I’m finally going back to DR after 28 years away! I spent my childhood summers there, so this trip is going to be very emotional.
I’ll be spending most of my time around Santiago. For anyone from the Santiago/Cibao area or who travels back and forth from the U.S., I’d love your advice!
💵 Money:
Can I use my U.S. Visa debit card in Santiago?
Is it better to use ATMs, exchange U.S. cash, or use my card?
Which banks/ATMs are safest?
📱 Other things:
Do I need a Dominican SIM/eSIM?
What do you wish someone had told you before going back after many years?
“Would you recommend an Airbnb/apartment, hotel, guesthouse, or another type of accommodation for someone coming back to Santiago after 28 years? Which neighborhoods should I look at and which should I avoid?”
Tell me the good, the bad, and the things tourists don’t usually hear about! 😂🇩🇴
I’d especially love to hear from anyone familiar with Santiago.
Thx in advance!