Las Terrenas holidays

Insider tips - Las Terrenas holidays 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!

The beach at Las Terrenas

The long white sandy beach is quiet and from here you will see one of the most beautiful sunsets on the island, possibly the world. Las Terrenas and it neighbor are home to some wonderful restaurants where you can eat fresh fish cooked on a beach BBQ, some vibrant bars and small hotels. One of the attractions is the lack of large all-inclusive resorts in the area.

During calving season (January - March) you can go whale-watching – a once in a life time sight you’ll never forget!

How’s the shopping?

The town of Las Terrenas is home to a great supermarket and a stroll around the town is worth it. You’ll find shops selling beach clothes and some lovely pastry bakeries.

Getting on with the locals…

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

Should I speak the language?

The official language is Spanish but in all-inclusive resorts English is widely spoken.

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.

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