When I visited the DR last spring, I was told that the government was in the process of "washing" the currency, and that I should avoid accepting any soiled, damaged or counterfeit bills, lest I be stuck with them. I had never heard of this practice before, but it turned out not to be a problem anyway. I am curious however if it's still an issue?
PS: I'll be visiting Puerto Plata in a few weeks (can't wait!). I'm surprised to find how much the exchange rate has changed since I was there a year ago (last year, I generally saw exchange rates around 25 pesos to 1 USD; now I hear it's near 50:1)
PS: I'll be visiting Puerto Plata in a few weeks (can't wait!). I'm surprised to find how much the exchange rate has changed since I was there a year ago (last year, I generally saw exchange rates around 25 pesos to 1 USD; now I hear it's near 50:1)
