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Barahona

City in the Dominican Republic

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Overview

Barahona is a town and a province of the Dominican Republic.

Getting there and around

Getting there

Safe, scenic, cheap daily bus service (3 hours) from Santo Domingo. Ask for "Barahona" lot. Some stops at clean service areas along the way, with good meals.

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Getting around

For 25 pesos (September 2017), a motoconcho will take you almost anywhere in the city. You can walk anywhere you need to go, but the heat will be intense.

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Maria Montez International Airport

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Itineraries

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Nature & adventure

Whale watching

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UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves

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Culture & history

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UnderstandThis is a largely impoverished area, but people are mostly honest, dignified, and happy you've made such an effort to visit. Prices are low.

TalkSpanish seems to be the only language spoken. Having knowledge of Spanish will greatly help you.

Get inSafe, scenic, cheap daily bus service (3 hours) from Santo Domingo. Ask for "Barahona" lot. Some stops at clean service areas along the way, with good meals.

Get aroundFor 25 pesos (September 2017), a motoconcho will take you almost anywhere in the city. You can walk anywhere you need to go, but the heat will be intense.

DoVisit the town beach. It's not Ipanema, but it's relaxing with spectacular views. However, it is full of trash.

EatYou didn't come to remote Barahona for the cuisine, did you? Satisfactory (at best) cafe and hotel food is available.

DrinkGood, cheap bars in the town center. People-watching is the main entertainment.

Stay safeBarahona has one of the lowest crime rates of any city in the Dominican Republic.

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