MISSION TRIP FAQS

Dominican Republic:

• Santiago, Dominican Republic (STI)

Dominican Republic:

• No restrictions on arrival/departure times for STI

Team members will stay on our campus in a guest house with bunk style housing and will be separated by gender into separate rooms, each with twin bunk beds.

There are fans in most rooms. Standard US three-pronged electrical outlets are available in all rooms. Bathrooms on each of our campuses include running water and showers. Mission of Hope will provide a pair of clean sheets for you, as well as a pillow. Please bring your own bath and beach towel.

TENTATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE:

Saturday-Saturday Trip:

• Saturday: Arrive in the Dominican Republic, Settle in on campus, Orientation
• Sunday: Dominican/Haitian Church, Relax on campus, Visit the coffee shop/MOH store 
• Monday-Thursday: Strategic Ministry Time or Community Engagement Projects
• Friday: Excursion Day
• Saturday: Depart to airport

Wednesday to Wednesday Trip:

• Wednesday: Arrive in the Dominican Republic, Settle in on campus, Orientation 
• Thursday-Saturday: Strategic Ministry Time or Community Engagement Projects
• Sunday: Dominican/Haitian Church, Relax on campus, Visit the coffee shop/MOH store
• Monday: Strategic Ministry Time or Community Engagement Projects
• Tuesday: Excursion Day
• Wednesday: Depart to airport 

Non-medical trips:

• $650 plus $25 reservation fee
• Additional Church Advancement Projects are available to purchase. Project costs vary depending on project selected.

Medical trips:

• $850 plus $25 reservation fee
• All medical supplies are included in your trip cost

Dominican Republic:

• $50-$100 in souvenir/spending money (optional)

• We recommend everyone discuss recommendations for anti-malaria medication and immunizations with their physicians.
• For complete information on recommended immunizations and health while traveling to the Dominican Republic, please refer to the DR page on the Centers for Disease Control travel site at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/dominican-republic

WOMEN

Skirts

• 1-2 skirts or dresses that are at least to the knee or longer must be worn for church
• Leggings can be worn under skirts that are to the knee or longer

Shorts/Pants/Capris

• Bring several pairs of shorts to the knee, loose-fitting/flowy pants, or loose-fitting capris that can be worn in the community on CE project days
• For SMT in the communities, please wear jeans or loose-fitting/flowy pants (no leggings), or a skirt 
• No yoga or workout pants outside of campus! Workout shorts on campus are allowed in the evenings, but please keep them around fingertip length and ensure they have full coverage

Shirts

• Bring 4-6 simple, solid, light weight, breathable shirts
• Shoulders, chest, and back must be covered
• No tank tops outside of campus! Tank tops are allowed on campus in the evenings, but please still keep your chest covered
• Oversized t-shirts should be worn in a way that allows shorts to remain visible and ensures a modest appearance

Swimsuits

• One-piece or tankini

Shoes

• Durable sandals (e.g. Chacos/Tevas)
• Closed toe shoes/work boots (if applicable to projects)
• Tennis shoes
• Shower flip-flops

MEN

Shorts

• Bring 2-3 pairs of shorts and/or pants
• Athletic shorts can be worn for CE projects
• Khaki, Cargo, or Hiking Shorts can be worn in the community for SMT

Pants

• Bring 1-2 pairs of pants for church; nice jeans are recommended, and dress pants are preferred for church

Shirts

• Bring 4-6 simple, solid, light weight, and breathable shirts
• Collared shirts for church 
• No tank tops outside of campus!
• Please wear shirts on campus at all times

Swimsuits

• Trunks – No Speedos

Shoes

• Durable sandals (e.g. Chacos/Tevas)
• Closed toe shoes/work boots (if applicable to projects)
• Tennis shoes
• Shower flip-flops

Yes, wifi is available for $25/person for the week.

You will be picked up by our Mission of Hope staff just outside the exit doors of the airport. They will be wearing a Mission of Hope shirt.