Travel Information
NOTE: All attendees must complete the entry form before arriving and before departing the Dominican Republic.
Flying to Santo Domingo
Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) is the primary airport and where you should attempt to fly into.
The airport is an approximate 30-minute drive from the workshop venue.
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is approximately a 2.5-hour drive and the Cibao International Airport (STI) is approximately a 2-hour drive from the workshop venue.
Transportation to the Hotel
Rental Car - There are multiple options for renting a vehicle for the conference.
Taxi - There are plenty of taxis available at the airport to take you to the conference hotel. The estimated cost of the shuttle is $30-$40 dollars each way. Remember to ask upfront for the rate.
Uber - Uber is available in the city however many Uber drivers in this city may try to negotiate the price of the Uber before coming to get you. Others may ask you if you are paying cash before they agree to pick you up. If you chose to use Uber your experience may not be as straightforward as it is in the United States.
Workshop Shuttle - See details below.
Hotel Shuttle
Transportation from the airport to the Renaissance Jaragua Hotel & Casino resort is available upon scheduling. Contact the hotel ground transportation office at rhi.sdqgw.dts@renaissancehotels.com or 809-221-2222 with the following information:
First and last name
Date of arrival, airline, and flight number
Time of arrival
Number of passengers
Please note that each van holds a maximum of 4 passengers and the cost of $55 (US) can be split amongst others. Payment can be made with either cash or card.
The van driver will be waiting for you in front of the main door of the airport, after collecting your luggage, please go to the van identified with the hotel logo.
Ground transportation reservations should be made no later than 48 hours before your arrival.
Other Travel Advice
There is a backlog to get passports approved, apply to get your passport as soon as possible
Be prepared to get a paper boarding pass when you get to the airport
We advise that all international attendees arrive at the airport three hours before your departure time
You must complete an online form before entering or exiting the country.