Juan Dolio beach

Juan Dolio is a popular beach on the south coast of Dominican Republic - to the east of Santo Domingo. The east end with high-rise buildings is also known as Playa Marbella. The central area of the beach - between Juan Dolio and Playa Marbella - is the most relaxed, but, unfortunately, there are fences almost everywhere. In general, the beach is beautiful and positive, but with its downsides. First, there are algae almost everywhere, which are either not removed or removed not quickly enough. Second, beach sellers are very insistent, - especially in the west end of the beach, where the real Juan Dolio is located. So it is very hard here to find the perfect coastal area. Shore and seabed: sand. [edit]

Coordinates: 18.426833, -69.408514

See also: Dominican Republic

Hotels [edit]

Rooms' fares in the hotels of Juan Dolio start from US$30 per night. However, in general, this is rather expensive place. Average price tag for room is about US$200-300 per night. But at least you have a good choice of both budget, as well as upscale accommodation options.

How to get there [edit]

Main airports in Dominican republic: Punta Cana international airport (PUJ), Santo Domingo international airport (SDQ) and Puerto Plata international airport (POP).

It is convenient to use a taxi, which is relatively inexpensive. For example, a trip from south to north of the country can cost $100.

To move between the small towns you may use minibuses (shuttle buses). Locals call them gua-gua. One ride costs a few dollars. Bus stations are called parada.

There is also good bus transport system in the country. We recommend Caribe Tours and Metro companies. Buses are brand new, and travel from one end of the country to another will cost about $10.

Though all prices given above are in U.S. dollars, it is better to have local money (peso) when traveling around the country.

When to go [edit]

Feel free to relax in Dominicana any time of year. The sea is warmest in summer, but the heat is the most intense as well. And there is also a hurricane season from June to October. On the other side, the winter weather is more comfortable, but seawater at the northern coast is too cold that time.

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