Q: Does the registration fee include my airfare and transit to and from the airport?
A: No, it does not include airfare and transit to and from the airport. We ask that you first contact Lea Mukengeshayi at lea.plannings@gmail.com to help you book your flight and shuttle service. Or you can book your flight independently of our preferred source.
Q: Where will I be staying in the Dominican Republic for the Living in Liberty tour?
A: Guests will be staying at the Your Paradise condominiums in Costambar. View the community here: https://youtu.be/4dipvvy1C8Y
Q: What tours are included in the price?
A: In the package, the tour of Puerto Plata, Sosua Ocean Village, Your Paradise Community in Costambar and a sea excursion are included.
Q: What can I expect on the tours from the Living in Liberty trip?
A: The following tours are outlined for the trip:
Q: Do I need a visa to enter the Dominican Republic?
A: When you are travelling to the Dominican Republic with a U.S. Passport, a Tourist Visa is not required. No visa required for a stay of up to 30 Days.
Q: How will I get from each designated location on the tour schedule?
A: The Living In Liberty Tour has contracted a shuttle service to provide transportation for the tours.
Q: What airports should I consider when booking my flight into the Dominican Republic?
A: Puerto Plata - POP, Santiago - STI, or Santo Domingo - SDQ
Q: Who will pick me up from the airport when I arrive and depart from the Dominican Republic?
A: There are many options to get from the airports to Costambar. For the Living In Liberty tour, we highly recommend that you use our preferred shuttle service Please email Lea at lea.plannings@gmail.com to arrange your pickup and departure from the D.R.
Q: How much is the cost for shuttle service to Costambar for the Living In Liberty Tour?
A: From Santo Domingo (SDQ airport) one way is $160 USD
From Santiago (STI airport) one way is $75 USD
From Puerto Plata (POP) one way is $40 USD
Q: Do I need a COVID-19 test to enter the country?
A: No, a negative COVID-19 test is not required to enter the Dominican Republic.
Q: How can I get the COVID-19 test before returning home?
A: A testing team is scheduled to come to the villas to perform the test. You will have your results back before you depart.
Q: Is the Dominican Republic safe?
A: The Dominican Republic is friendly and welcoming and the vast majority of visits to the country and tourist areas are trouble-free. However, there is a high crime rate, ranging from opportunistic crime like bag snatching and pickpocketing to violent crime. As a result, practice safety precautions. Don’t wear expensive jewelry or carry large amounts of cash or valuable items on the street. Don’t leave your bags or other possessions on chairs or tables in restaurants or bars.
A: No, it does not include airfare and transit to and from the airport. We ask that you first contact Lea Mukengeshayi at lea.plannings@gmail.com to help you book your flight and shuttle service. Or you can book your flight independently of our preferred source.
Q: Where will I be staying in the Dominican Republic for the Living in Liberty tour?
A: Guests will be staying at the Your Paradise condominiums in Costambar. View the community here: https://youtu.be/4dipvvy1C8Y
Q: What tours are included in the price?
A: In the package, the tour of Puerto Plata, Sosua Ocean Village, Your Paradise Community in Costambar and a sea excursion are included.
Q: What can I expect on the tours from the Living in Liberty trip?
A: The following tours are outlined for the trip:
- Tour of Puerto Plata - Guests will be escorted in an air conditioned charter bus to visit sites of Puerto Plata. Sites include visiting the Rum Factory, Chocolate Factory, Umbrella Row, the Malecon, the cable cars off of Mt. Isabel, and more. Snacks will be provided
- Tour of Your Paradise Condominium community - Guests will be residing and viewing this AirBnB gated community. Built in 2017, the condo complex has a rich story that owners Mr. Benson and Mr. Roberts will share. They will educate guests on the opportunities of ownership in the Dominican Republic. More units are set to be developed this year.
- Tour of Sosua Ocean Village - The Sosua Ocean Village aka (SOV) is located on the outskirts of Sosua near the Cabarete side. This established community has been developing villas, condos, and multi-million dollar homes for over ten years. We will tour the complex to visit the various amenities and learn about upcoming opportunities.
Q: Do I need a visa to enter the Dominican Republic?
A: When you are travelling to the Dominican Republic with a U.S. Passport, a Tourist Visa is not required. No visa required for a stay of up to 30 Days.
Q: How will I get from each designated location on the tour schedule?
A: The Living In Liberty Tour has contracted a shuttle service to provide transportation for the tours.
Q: What airports should I consider when booking my flight into the Dominican Republic?
A: Puerto Plata - POP, Santiago - STI, or Santo Domingo - SDQ
Q: Who will pick me up from the airport when I arrive and depart from the Dominican Republic?
A: There are many options to get from the airports to Costambar. For the Living In Liberty tour, we highly recommend that you use our preferred shuttle service Please email Lea at lea.plannings@gmail.com to arrange your pickup and departure from the D.R.
Q: How much is the cost for shuttle service to Costambar for the Living In Liberty Tour?
A: From Santo Domingo (SDQ airport) one way is $160 USD
From Santiago (STI airport) one way is $75 USD
From Puerto Plata (POP) one way is $40 USD
Q: Do I need a COVID-19 test to enter the country?
A: No, a negative COVID-19 test is not required to enter the Dominican Republic.
Q: How can I get the COVID-19 test before returning home?
A: A testing team is scheduled to come to the villas to perform the test. You will have your results back before you depart.
Q: Is the Dominican Republic safe?
A: The Dominican Republic is friendly and welcoming and the vast majority of visits to the country and tourist areas are trouble-free. However, there is a high crime rate, ranging from opportunistic crime like bag snatching and pickpocketing to violent crime. As a result, practice safety precautions. Don’t wear expensive jewelry or carry large amounts of cash or valuable items on the street. Don’t leave your bags or other possessions on chairs or tables in restaurants or bars.