The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean nation located on the eastern side of the island of Hispaniola, shared with Haiti. It has a population of approximately 11.5 million people and covers an area of 48,442 square kilometers. The country is known for its beautiful beaches, diverse culture, and historic sites.
The main language spoken in the Dominican Republic is Spanish, which is the official language of the country. English is also widely spoken, particularly in tourist areas.
The primary currency in the Dominican Republic is the Dominican Peso (DOP), which is divided into 100 centavos. US dollars are also widely accepted in many tourist areas.
The local time in the Dominican Republic is Atlantic Standard Time (AST), which is 4 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-4). During daylight saving time, the time in the Dominican Republic is the same as Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) in the United States.
The flight time from the UK to the Dominican Republic can vary depending on the airline and the number of stops. A typical flight from London to Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, takes approximately 9-10 hours with one or two stops along the way.
The main airport in the Dominican Republic is the Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), located in the eastern part of the country near the popular tourist destination of Punta Cana. The airport serves as a hub for several airlines and offers connections to destinations throughout the Caribbean, North America, and Europe. The address for the airport is Carretera Uvero Alto, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.