Dominican Republic Mission Trip

Dates How many Location Price
May 19, 2022
May 29, 2022
20-30 people Dominican Republic $1,600

Overview

The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean nation that shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti to the west. It’s known for its beaches, resorts and golfing. Its terrain comprises rainforest, savannah and highlands, including Pico Duarte, the Caribbean’s tallest mountain. Santo Domingo, the nation’s capital, was founded in 1496 and is one of the top ten oldest countries in the Americas. Currently about 40% of the country lives in poverty with more than 10% living in extreme poverty. Natural disasters have ravished the country historically leaving gaping holes of need.

The Dominican Republic SDA leadership has invited It Is Written to partner with them as they celebrate the 25 year anniversary of their youngest Missions through Conference wide evangelism in 2022 and 2023. We will conduct medical clinics, construction projects and children’s programming both years. This is a trip of a lifetime where you can bring hope and life to the island as God works mightily through you. Prayerfully consider the Dominican Republic!

Arrival

May 19, 2022

Departure

May 29, 2022

Travel Information

There are several options to fly to the Dominican. Travel will be booked through Butler Travel in OR.

Travel Resources

Butler Travel:
P.O. Box 40
Grand Ronde, OR 97347
503-879-5005
www.butlertravel.com

Accommodation Details

Accommodations will be in a hotel or similar setting. The group will be housed together. Three meals will be served each day to the team.

 

Excursions

To be announced. (All excursions, if any, will be an additional cost.)


Dominican Republic Facts & Figures

Capital
Santo Domingo

Population
11 million

Language
Primarily Spanish with some local dialects

Religion
More than 50% of the country is Roman Catholic. About 20% are evangelical or protestant, and 22% claim no religion.

Climate
The Dominican Republic has a moderate, relatively mild tropical climate, although it lies well within the tropical zone. Conditions are improved in many areas by elevation and by the northeast trade winds, which blow steadily from the Atlantic all year long.

Currency
Dominican peso. 1 USD = 57.73 DP

Power
Outlet types A & B. Most accommodate a three pronged 110 or 120 plug.

Time Difference
Dominican Republic is in the GMT-4/Atlantic time zone, which is one hour ahead of Eastern time zone.

Water
Drink only unopened bottled water or other drinks unless you confirm that it is purified.
Unopened water bottles are always safe.


Entry Requirements

  1. US Passport not expiring within 6 months of arrival
  2. Return flight info
  3. Temperature check at the airport
  4. Negative Covid Test prior to departure. A Covid vaccine is not required for entry
  5. Printed Hotel information
  6. Letter of invitation from the Conference (We will provide)
  7. Negative Covid Test result within 24 hours of departure to the US. A negative Covid test result within 24 hours of returning to the US. We will arrange this for the group. The cost is about $70 USD per person for the test.

See also:
Dominican Republic Coronavirus Requirements


Medical Requirements

Check online for the recommended vaccines and medicine list and consider visiting your Dr. 4-6 weeks before the trip for any further medical advice you need.


Registration Information

Register Online

Registration Forms and Deposit Due
April 15, 2022 ($800)

Final Payment Due
May 5, 2022 ($800)

Payment Options

Pay online
 

Over the phone
Call Maria Rayburn to make a payment by debit/credit card at 423-362-5846

Mail a check to
It Is Written, Attn: Dominican Republic Mission Trip, P.O. Box 6, Chattanooga, TN, 37401