Costs and Other Information
The Village Mountain Mission Project offers 9-day trips to help those in need in the Dominican Republic. Fees are $555 for 2010, which covers food, local transportation, program activities, materials, housing, and other expenses, but not airfare.
Costs for anything other than a standard 9-day trip or costs for dates beyond 2010 must be worked with the Director at villagemountainmission@yahoo.com.
Requested changes to the standard plan, including non-standard arrival and leaving times, could incur other costs, which need to be worked in advance.
You should plan to fly to either Puerto Plata or Santiago, DR. Airfare depends on your starting point, group size, and advance purchase; the group rate from central Ohio to the Dominican Republic was $500-800 per person in 2009. The airport charges a $10 tourist fee (U.S. dollars) for any non-resident entering the country.
Making reservations late can significantly increase your airfare.
There are ways to significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs. A Finance Guide in the Leaders Guide shows methods to reduce costs.
We suggest that you bring some spending money depending on your personal desires. Gift shops and group t-shirts are available as well as free time in town. Anywhere between $50 and $100 should be plenty.
OTHER INFORMATION
Click to download the Payment Plan which talks about the timeline of when your payments are due.
A Leaders Guide is available which contains helpful information such as maps, construction details, needed forms, and medical information.
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