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Etiquette & Behavior in Dominican Republic

Etiquette & Behavior

Wearing shorts, short skirts, and halter tops in churches is considered inappropriate. Men in Santo Domingo never wear shorts. Know that security at hotels and resorts is tight, particularly about having guests in your room, especially if they're Dominican and of the opposite sex. Indeed, if you do have one overnight, you may find that you are charged double.



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