Wise advice from adrianb ......... Playa Dorada is safe but beware of the "charming" Dominicans ........ they make their living by seducing "rich" tourists.
If you want a sun, sea & sand holiday you'll have a great time. For a bit more of the local culture book tours with a reputable tour operator, remember to take exercise books & pencils with you if you go into the hinterland on a tour, it helps the kids at school ..... candy just rots their teeth.
If you want to know about expat life pm me.
Whatever you want to do enjoy our wonderful island, it really is safe if you are sensible & a smidgen chaste
