1. Sunscreen 2. Chapstick with Sun Protection 3. Swim Shirt 4. Big Hat/Baseball Hat 5. Aloe Vera (for burns) 6. Insect repellent 7. A cardigan or light sweater 8. Nicer clothing for upscale clothing (at least a polo shirt with nicer pants) 9. Umbrella 10. Towel Clips (to reserve chairs) 11. Waterproof phone cases 12. Two kinds of footware to avoid blisters (crocs and sandals) 13. Extra pair of sandals/flip flops to wear in the shower 14. Soap 15. Pepto Bismol 16. First Aid Kit 17. Prescription medication 18. Bandaids 19. Advil 20. Tums 21. Anti-Itch cream 22. Travel insurance 23. Tote Bag 24. Insulated Tumblr 25. Dollar bills for tipping 26. HDMI cable 27. Electrical adaptor (if you are coming from Europe) 28. VPN 29. Walkie Talkies

@darthwolvi7428

22 күн бұрын

You forgot the magic wand;)

I always bring an extension cord for my curling iron. I like to sit down and do my hair in front of the mirror sometimes on the floor. I also bring a nite light. It’s helpful if you use the bathroom late at night. I also bring my iPad. A garbage bag for dirty laundry and a beach bag. I never leave home with packing a sick bag with meds in case someone gets sick 🤢 and it does happen. I also bring a can of air freshener for the room. Sometimes the room are musty.

Haha! I loved the need to pack a wand to fight off dementors! 😂❤

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😉😃

In addition to my insulated tumbler, I also bring a reusable straw and a very small bottle (mine is about a 2oz bottle) of dish soap so that I can clean out my tumbler and straw at the end of the day.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

10 ай бұрын

Great tip!

Aloe Vera gel put it in the fridge if you get burnt it can help take some of the heat out of the burn like any burn

Punta Cana is a beautiful paradise, I saw a photograph coffee table book on Amazon about this place full of beautiful photos and is gorgeous!

Thank you for sharing! Helps alot good information!

I thought that I was organized, but you have thought of so much more! Thank you!

Great tips, thank you!

Great video. Thank you. Maybe try these too: We take colorful large towel clips for the pool and beach loungers. A door stop comes in handy sometimes. Dollar store suction cup hooks for shower loofah. What's app instead of walky talkies. If we have travel room, we take clothes that we don't want or use any more. People in these countries are very appreciative. Dinner pants that the legs zip off to second for warm day activities. We take candy to hand out on Halloween cruises and resorts. Straws. And share them. We take glow sticks and hand them out in the evening time. Most everyone, adults and children love them. We take 6"x9" Canada flags and clamp them to our loungers at the pool and beach. Binoculars are nice some times. A small travel umbrella. Gum. Cell phone portable power bank/charger for when you are not in the room. Feel free to leave your kids at home. Bring your dog instead.

@marine9583

6 ай бұрын

I forgot to mention travel clock, maybe blue tooth. Resorts don't have them.

@alicewestphal2422

2 ай бұрын

😂😂😂

Great tips, Thanks

Wow!! I’m going next week! This vid was AWESOME!! Great job!!

Dope run down! Thanks hermano

I live in Oklahoma where we see normal highs of 110 degrees. I have a pool and have a great full body speedo tan by the end of the summer. I go with a super great tan for a Norwegian prince anyway. I agree with lots of sunscreen as it’s the UV that gets you and not the heat. Lots of sunscreen guys!!

The Magical wand had me ❤😂...you are the best.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Hahahaha, thanks! 😅

I've had crock blisters as well and I've resorted to wear sneaker socks in them to avoid the blisters. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Another tip is to carry a small towel in your beach bag for when you rinse off your feet and slip into your dry shoes when leaving the beach. We always pack a fly swatter to avoid unwelcome guests.

I'm going to Punta Cana and your tips will be very handful. Great post!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Have fun! 😀

thx for the good tips. im heading there in a few days

Great video! I’ll be there soon and I just received so many tips from this video. Thank you!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

So glad it was helpful! 😀

Great review guys! Also very funny part about “magic wand” 😂😂

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! 😁😅

Just booked a last min trip to Punta Cana, this video was more helpful than I’d assume! Thank you!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 😀

Thanks for your excellent ideas

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful! 😃

Love this, great job dude! You're absolutely going to make my stay a more enjoyable one.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

2 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

That HDMI adapter tip is brilliant. I can't believe I never thought of that.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

10 ай бұрын

We're glad it was helpful =)

Thank you so much for the swim shirt!

Thank you great tips!!!!

Great video! I'd also suggest bringing DampRid because I've found a lot of the hotel rooms can get humid. Especially the ones where the AC shuts off automatically when the room is empty.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

6 ай бұрын

It would never have occurred to me! That’s a great idea 😀

I have been to Punta Cana and thx for the useful info.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

My son legit has the same wand and thought you were the coolest when we watched this video!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😁 that’s cool, Whitney! Thanks for watching 😀

Nice 😃am going to Punta Cana Tomorrow. Thank you

Thank You soooo much!!!😊

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😀 you’re welcome!

The best video. Thank you❤

@NittyGrittyTravelers

2 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

I'm gonna stay at Hyatt Ziva with some family members in July! 🎉thanks so much for this video!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

Oh my. Probably very good advice but I just remember traveling across southern France, Northern Italy, Cypress, Greece for 6 months with nothing but a back pack with truly essential items. But, that was in the 70s and now we need two pairs of flip flops and reusable straws for 7 days. But I do love your modern advice. Sigh

Great video as always! We stayed at Hotel Riu Palace for a week and you are so right about bringing your own first aid kit and bug spray. It costs us nearly $100 just for band aids, off-bug spray, and toiletries at the resort pharmacy!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience! This will surely help other travelers when watching this video 😀

@749260

Жыл бұрын

Woow thank you for sharing. Didn't think the first aid kit would be so helpful. Will bring for my trip coming up.

@madeleiinex6592

2 ай бұрын

Yeah that shop is expensive in that hotel

Great video

Shoutout to the wand part

As a dominican I never been to punta cana Thanks for the list!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Hopefully you get to visit soon! 😀

@eloisapichardo9501

Жыл бұрын

@@NittyGrittyTravelers :)

Oh my gosh. BUG SPRAY IS definitely #1. I got bit up sooo bad had to go to pharmacy for bite spray and creams

I am so excited I am going in June

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Have fun, Allie! 😀

Absolutely brilliant Harry Potter reference. So funny and totally took me off guard!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😋

Dude the walkie talkies is an extremely good idea that I'm going to implement with my friends when we go. Thank you so much for the advice!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😃 Glad you found it helpful!

Is it the 2 pin plug (type A plug) or 3 pin (type B plug) that one should get? You were not clear about this? Thanks

Very helpful tips! Especially the VPN and HDMI cable tip.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

7 ай бұрын

🙂

@MikoWorldwide

6 күн бұрын

If you find yourself watching TV on the resort, then you went to the wrong resort. Also, if you are that bored, you can always step off the resort and enjoy the actual country because the resorts are no indication of what the culture is actually like. TV is the last thing I would do on the resort. 😂

I bought travel size bug bite spray n cream to carry in my purse at all times

You are so clever😊glad i found your chanel👊🏽subscribed

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome!

So glad to have found you! We’ll be going to Punta Cana in a few weeks. Our first vacay in 3 years and I don’t want to forget anything that we might need. Have you ever stayed at the Majestic Elegance?

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

So glad we've been helpful! We've not stayed in the Majestic Elegance yet... 🙂

@indrakingston5066

11 ай бұрын

Have you stayed there yet? Need help!

I've been going to Iberostar since 2005. Going back in September. Can't wait. Other suggestions are to take tea candles/flashlight and a door alarm and I take my own pillow cases.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips! 🙂

@nikaR85

9 ай бұрын

What do you need the flashlights for?

@paigecollingwood4724

9 ай бұрын

@@nikaR85 last time I was there. We got the tail end of a hurricane and the power went out for hours. So, flashlight and tea candles.

@nikaR85

9 ай бұрын

Gotcha. Makes sense. Thank you!

@seaspeaktome9167

8 ай бұрын

I’m going to pack my daughters pillow case. Good idea for making it feel more like home for her on her first international trip.

You're a Genius 🤩👏👏

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Cheers! 😃

I got a really bad burn on my lips past year in Mexico. It looked like I had plastic surgery and they puffed up real bad. So painful! I will pack chapstick with spf on my trip in March to Punta Cana. Leasson Learned.

@Joycer2002

4 ай бұрын

I also use lanolin - it is my go to. It is very thick and protective. It is my year round protector in all seasons. It is found in the health food store or the baby department. I avoid the flavored chap sticks - they are too tasty!

Excellent content! Music too distracting from your flawless delivery. New subscriber. ❤

@NittyGrittyTravelers

10 ай бұрын

Hola! Thank you so much for your feedback and welcome to the community! 😀

Definitely straws!!!

You sir, you overpack. Carry on is all that’s needed

@NittyGrittyTravelers

6 ай бұрын

😅

@MsMtwardy

4 ай бұрын

I overpack too! Better to be safe than sorry❤

@G5trance

Күн бұрын

you overpay !

Wish you created a list after

Great video, going in a few months. What brand khakis were those, I need a new pair and they look like a nice style!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Hey, Xavier 🙂 can you post the timestamp of the pants you're referring to so I can give you the brand name?

@drpepa09

Жыл бұрын

@@NittyGrittyTravelers 3.08 ..What was the BRAND you never said?

You may want to include a small extension cord (3-6 additional power plugs) I've read some rooms only have 3 power outlets and more are needed to charge all your electronics

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Awesome tip! Will include it in the next version! 😀

Hey, great video! I have a question. Should I bring USD or withdraw in the Dominican Republic?

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Hi, Daniela 🙂 please keep in mind that ATMs only give out Dominican pesos. In order to withdraw USD you would need a bank account in USD in a Dominican bank

Great video, thank you! For your future videos, I suggest removing or lowering your background music which is really not necessary (a little annoying actually). It's you we want to hear, not music. 🙂

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Ай бұрын

Noted! 😃

Bring a huge insulated cup and lots of tip money

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Agree on both 🙂

@mviking39

Жыл бұрын

@@NittyGrittyTravelers if you are willing to make an investment in tipping very well a whole world of opportunities will open up in the Dominican Republic All Inclusive arena. Say your stay at the resort is 3000 U.S. dollars. I would suggest bringing 600 dollars in small bills for tips. Just my opinion for a great stay

anyone have 2024 list?? pls need urgent

have you been to Emotions By Hodelpa Juan Dolio, I got a really cheap last minute package today and i leave in 2 days, and it looks good in photos but just curious

@NittyGrittyTravelers

3 ай бұрын

We haven’t been there but We’ve heard it’s one of the nicest in Juan Dolio 🙂

When I went to Jamaica, I had mouth ulcers.. what would work well to avoid them?

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Hola, Anjani :) According to hsinform.scot, mouth ulcers can be caused by viral infections - including the cold sore virus, chickenpox, and hand, foot and mouth disease, vitamin B12or iron deficiency, among other conditions AND even certain medications or stress. In the case of Punta Cana, there's nothing specific that we can think of that would cause mouth ulcers. I hope this helps!

I am going there next week

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

We hope you have lots of fun! 😀

@kristophertyner5854

Жыл бұрын

How was it

Can you guys do a video of JEWEL PALM BEACH RESORT PUNTA CANA. THANKS.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Hola! The Jewel Palm Beach is on our list to visit, as soon as we go there we'll make that video =)

@nikaR85

9 ай бұрын

Yes! I'm going there in March and would love your expertise!

Have you been to dreams Macao Beach resort yet in Punta Cana

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

We haven’t been yet but we hear good things 🙂

can I have some one whom I can contact to know more a bout punta Cana

I’m going to Punta Cana in February and I’m saving this vid for when I pack

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😀

@elledawn3534

Жыл бұрын

Same here going there this weekend

@Yelir173

Жыл бұрын

No way same! What resort?

@dwaynegoldware8794

Жыл бұрын

hey.. see you there.. I'm leaving Monday 27th

Have you been to Dreams in Bayahibe? Is it good?

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Hi, Paulo 🙂 no, we haven’t been to the Dreams Bayahibe.

Question: Is there a need to get the Twinrex vaccine or dukoral for these all inclusive resorts in Punta Cana?

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Neither is necessary when visiting Punta Cana or the rest of the DR. While Cholera is present in Haiti and some isolated cases in the DR, it is not considered a health threat that merits a vaccine for visitors or locals. Hope this helps! 🙂

@clarityinvesting7998

Жыл бұрын

@@NittyGrittyTravelers Thank you! very helpful, we have booked Ocean El Faro for April. Very excited. Keep up the great videos!

@bobmarly335

Жыл бұрын

@@clarityinvesting7998 how did you find that resort?

@gates1980

8 ай бұрын

@@NittyGrittyTravelershow about hep a and b I got the a shot but thinking not doing b after 6 months after I get back

Hi, is there washing machine? We’re staying there for 8 days and our luggage allowance is too small. Thanks

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Hotels have paid laundry services 🙂

Can anyone recommend an upscale restaurant in Punta Cana?

@NittyGrittyTravelers

9 ай бұрын

Hola! We've hear from friends that La Yola at Cap Cana is an amazing restaurant, the food seems to be delicious and its location is breathtaking =)

How many times did u get sick? We just got back and i was sick for 3 days

@NittyGrittyTravelers

3 ай бұрын

Hola! So far we haven’t gotten sick in a resort, hope you’re doing well now 🙂

Can I ask, what is a good time to go to Punta Cana?

@NittyGrittyTravelers

10 ай бұрын

Hola! It depends on what you consider important, for example: - Cheaper time is from Mid August to Mid November, keep in mind that from June to October Punta Cana's weather is extremely hot - Nicer weather and no seaweed is from Mid November to April but it's the high season and it's the most expensive time to visit - Hotter weather not so expensive but there's usually a lot of seaweed: from May to Mid August. Hope this helps! =)

Alright, the magic wand and the Netflix and chill were related, am I right? 😉

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😝

The only thing is water shoes. They get full of sand, and it's hard to clean.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

You’re so right! 😋

What about jellow fever vaccine passport ? Is it needed on arrival ?

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

No 🙂

@JTFU

4 ай бұрын

I love jello !

33?

We used What's app to stay connected

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Great idea. If you have an internet connection at the resort or are roaming that's a good tool 🙂

How much cash to bring for a week there

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

That is a complex question to answer. If you're staying in an all-inclusive then bring money for tips (small bills) and some souvenirs. Credit cards are widely accepted in the country so there's no need no bring a lot of cash. For reference the exchange rate of Dominican Pesos to USD is about 54.3 per dollar. Goods and services are cheaper than the US but it's not as cheap like countries in Asia for example.

I never get sunburned. No, you won’t get sunburned if you apply sunblock regularly and correctly

I actually like that big hat and it covers a lot of your face. Where did you get it from? 😁

@NittyGrittyTravelers

8 ай бұрын

amzn.to/40VkJcc 🙂

Someone get NordVPN to sponsor this guy 😂

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😂😇

"Gratuities included" doesn't mean anything?

For the love of god please do NOT bring portable speakers with you to the pool or beach. No want's to be at YOUR personal DJ dance party.

@mostyoda

4 ай бұрын

Totally agree !!!

@curtiserecacho1401

4 ай бұрын

I miss Chris Farley 💯

@allenjohnson7686

4 ай бұрын

I always take one but it's just for the room while getting ready... And we keep it low... In Mexico last year some American girls had their speakers blasting by the pool every day... Didn't care one bit... All depends how you were brought up really....

@Verzula

2 ай бұрын

Fuck off it's my vaca and I can listen to whatever I want

@notoriousLSGshow

2 ай бұрын

What?? Y'all don't like Metallica & gangsta rap blasting while your trying to enjoy ur vacation

Lopesan 👍🏽

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

🙂

@margareto8551

Жыл бұрын

I loved lopesan

I never take sunscreen I use coconut's oil.

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!! Didn’t know it worked as sun protection 🙂

@afolks3306

Жыл бұрын

It doesn't

@notoriousLSGshow

2 ай бұрын

Coconut oil protects you from sun's UV rays?

Thank You Capt obvious

@NittyGrittyTravelers

8 ай бұрын

You’re welcome lieutenant sarcasm 😉

forgot my magic wand thx

@NittyGrittyTravelers

2 ай бұрын

Lol 😅

We have to bring the entire pharmacy. Forget it. I will go to P. RICO better

NordVPN, sponsor this channel! :D

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

😅

As a Dominican, I'm galled that there can be such idiotic dress codes! Gimme a break! People are there on vacation and they are bringing badly needed foreign currency to the Dominican economy!

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

We generally agree with you! While we know some people enjoy the more formal environment at night we also think non formal options should always be available at all times!

@carlosacta8726

Жыл бұрын

@@NittyGrittyTravelers Thanks for your reply! I appreciate the list you put together. You might want to add having a small flashlight!! It can come in handy in the most unexpected situations! Saludos!

I can see everything making sense except the tumblr! Its just not for me. It looks greedy. Like why would i want so much of one drink when i can try all they have available? 😂😂😂

@NittyGrittyTravelers

Жыл бұрын

That’s a good point! 😀

5 types of shoes. I call it BS

How easy is it to meet local women? Are they friendly, receptive, and sociable? Do u need to speak Spanish?

@MS-fz2ps

6 ай бұрын

Creepy

@beanMcboi

6 ай бұрын

Ok weirdo

@itssammiesakran

6 ай бұрын

Very easy. There's plenty of escorts

@CommandoMaster

6 ай бұрын

@@itssammiesakran ok thanks

@notoriousLSGshow

2 ай бұрын

Lol dude wants to be a passport bro

Crocs are the ugliest piece of footwear going...