Plan your retreat
Straight answers for groups planning time at Las Canas: what it costs, how to get here and what to do once you arrive. Written by the team that runs the retreat.
Top scuba diving spots in the Dominican Republic
Where to dive in the Dominican Republic: Sosúa for beginners and shore dives, Bayahibe for all levels, Catalina Island for experienced divers.
Best snorkeling spots in the Dominican Republic
Where to snorkel on the Dominican north coast and beyond, led by Sosúa Bay, with timing, reef etiquette and what to bring. Sourced and dated.
Is the water safe to drink at Dominican Republic resorts?
Drink bottled or purified water in the Dominican Republic, including at resorts. What the CDC says about ice, food, travelers' diarrhea and vaccines.
Tipping in the Dominican Republic at an all inclusive resort
Is tipping expected at a Dominican all inclusive resort, and how much? Typical ranges, the 10 percent service charge, and what to check first.
5 traditional dances in the Dominican Republic: feel the rhythm
Merengue, bachata, palos, sarandunga and the Cocolo dance drama: what each dance is, where it comes from, and how to see it on the North Coast.
6 tips to exchange money in the Dominican Republic
Where to get Dominican pesos at the best rate: bank and supermarket cambios beat resort desks and the airport. Plus the Banco Central rate, ATMs and card fees.
6 local markets in the Dominican Republic: shop like a local
Six Dominican markets checked against dated sources, from Mercado Modelo to Playa Sosúa, Bávaro and Higüey, plus what is verified on larimar and amber.
Can I use US dollars in the Dominican Republic?
Dollars work in some tourist spots, but the Dominican peso is the real currency. What to pay in dollars, what needs pesos, and how cards and ATMs fit in.
When is the best time to visit the North Coast of the Dominican Republic?
Month by month weather for Puerto Plata and the North Coast: the driest months, the rainiest, hurricane season, holiday rates and minimum stays at Las Canas.
What does a corporate retreat in the Dominican Republic cost per person?
A four night corporate retreat at Las Canas starts at $12,000 for the whole retreat, depending on season: $300 per person for 40 guests or $250 for 48.
What does a destination wedding weekend at a private beach retreat cost?
A wedding weekend starts at $9,000. Capacity: 48 guests in 24 bedrooms (max 2 each).
Exclusive retreat or resort room block: which is better for a large group?
A room block shares a resort with strangers. Exclusive use gives your group the whole place. Compare privacy, cost, contracts and flexibility.
How to plan a family reunion at a beach retreat in the Dominican Republic
A family reunion at Las Canas, step by step: who sleeps where, how to split the cost, who sleeps where and what everyone does, and how to get everyone there.
Is Gaspar Hernández safe, and what is near Las Canas?
How safety works for groups at Las Canas in Gaspar Hernández: a gated property, 24 hour security and arranged transfers. Plus the towns and sights nearby.
A surf and kite trip on the Dominican Republic's North Coast
Where to surf and kite near Las Canas: Playa Encuentro for waves and surf schools, Cabarete's Kite Beach for kitesurfing, and free boards at the retreat.
North Coast or Punta Cana: which is better for a group trip?
Punta Cana means big all inclusive resorts; the North Coast means quiet beaches, surf towns and private venues. How to choose for a group, wedding or retreat.
How to price a yoga retreat at a private beach venue in the Dominican Republic
A seven night yoga retreat at Las Canas starts at $21,000, depending on season: $525 per participant at 40 people or $437.50 at 48.
What does it cost to book a whole beach retreat for your group?
Exclusive use starts at $3,000 a night; seasonal rates. Sleeps: 48 guests in 24 bedrooms (max 2 each).
Getting to Las Canas: airports, drive times and transfers
The closest airport to Las Canas Beach Retreat is Puerto Plata (POP), about 55 minutes away. Drive times from every airport and how transfers work.
