Find luxury accommodations in the Dominican Republic by calling the Ministry of Tourism at (888) 374-6361 or (809) 541-5652, or by visiting their Web site (see Resources below).
Consider a luxury package before booking your accommodations. A package will include all the expected all-inclusive resort amenities such as meals and activities, as well as airfare, airport transfers and day trips.
Make reservations at the luxurious all-inclusive Paradisus Palma Real Resort by calling (866) 43-MELIA or (809) 688-5000, or by visiting the hotel Web site (see Resources below).
Expect to pay between $100 and $500 per night for luxury accommodations, depending on what is included.
Land at the thatched-roof Punta Cana International Airport, which is anywhere from 10 to 40 minutes from your hotel. Most luxury accommodations will provide a shuttle from the airport.
Take the beach taxi to El Cortecito or Cabeza de Toro tourist areas. Most luxury accommodations will arrange for your taxi.
Rent a car from your hotel for $50 to $100 a day. This is the best way to travel if you are planning day trips out of Punta Cana.
Exchange your money for pesos. You'll be able to pick up the local currency at your hotel.
Feel comfortable speaking English. While the official language in the Dominican Republic is Spanish, English is widely spoken in Punta Cana.
Enjoy Punta Cana's all-inclusive style. With 23 miles of beaches, the area offers over 20,000 hotel rooms, mostly in all-inclusive luxury resorts.
