Occidental Travel · Blog

Ideas for enjoying
the Dominican Republic.

Destinations, experiences and tips to help you plan your next trip.

Sargassum in the Dominican Republic in 2026

Beaches and planning

Sargassum in the Dominican Republic in 2026

How to choose where to stay and plan alternative activities when sea conditions change.

Original article: 10 September 2026. General information; this is not a real-time beach report.

Read article
Monkeyland Punta Cana: a family excursion with squirrel monkeys

Family nature experiences

Monkeyland Punta Cana: a family experience

What to expect from the visit, how to prepare children and which conditions to check before arranging the excursion.

Original article: 8 September 2026.

Read about Monkeyland (Spanish)
Private sport fishing in Punta Cana

Experiences at sea

Private sport fishing in Punta Cana

What to ask before booking, how to choose a boat and what to bring for a day at sea.

Original article: 26 August 2026.

Read about private fishing (Spanish)
Transfer from Punta Cana airport to hotels

Transfers and arrival

From Punta Cana airport to your hotel

How to choose transport, which details to provide and how to plan a smooth arrival with your family or group.

Original article: 25 August 2026.

Read about transfers (Spanish)

Arrival and practical tips

Should you exchange money at the airport?

Plan your arrival in the Dominican Republic: compare exchange costs, prepare a payment method and keep some pesos for small expenses.

Read the currency guide (English)
Carrito

Tu carrito

Cada servicio conserva sus fechas, viajeros y detalles. Las reservas de proveedores externos y los servicios sujetos a cotización se gestionan desde su formulario.