300,000 domestic travelers are expected at Boca Chica Beach, the closest to Santo Domingo, over the Easter long weekend, according to a report in Listin Diario. Paino Perdomo, in charge of the Tourism Police (Politur) said that 300 AMET, 75 Politur, 150 Red Cross and 150 Civil Defense volunteers will be assisting beachgoers. Some 135 lifeguards will also be on duty throughout the weekend.
The sale of alcoholic beverages in glass bottles is banned on the beach as of Wednesday, 23 March. The beach is also closed from 6 pm to 6 am, camping, loud music and water sports are banned.