Insider tips - Cofresi uncovered

Whether you’re on holiday in the Dominican Republic to relax and unwind on the beach, play golf or for a romantic getaway, lowcostholidays.com’s insider tips will help you get the most out of your time away.

When is the best time to visit?

The hottest time of the year is August, with most tourists visiting June – September. If you fancy a quieter time, there is still plenty of sun and fun to be had out of the main holiday season, in late April and late September. The weather forecast in the Dominican Republic is invariably sunny, perhaps with cloud and the odd 5-minute shower, all year round!

Cofresi beach and village

Cofresi began as a small fishing village and has quickly grown into a popular holiday destination of resorts and villas with idyllic ocean and mountain views. In the village there is a small plaza with a collection of shops, bars and restaurants.

The main activities take place on the beach where you can do everything and anything from relaxing on the sand to taking an adrenaline inducing speedboat ride. The water is calm due to the coral reef, which you can snorkel around and take in the underwater charms.

How’s the shopping?

There are a number of small handicraft shops along the beach for any cheap holiday souvenirs. If you want large stores the near by city of Santo Domingo is the best bet for those wanting to indulge in a bit of retail therapy.

Getting on with the locals…

Here are some tips for when you’re on holiday in Cofresi.

Should I speak the language?

The official language is Spanish. A few phrases are always useful and polite but English is widely spoken, especially in all-inclusive resorts.

Shall I pack sun cream/anorak?

The sun shines all year round here so be sure to use plenty of sun cream. There are frequently rain showers but very rarely to they last more than 5 minutes! Locals own umbrellas but not raincoats.

What’s the currency?

The currency is the Dominican peso (RD$) but many places take US $.

Can I drink the water?

It’s best to stick to bottled water here, just to be on the safe side.