Tipping is very appreciated in the DR, as wages are low.  A dollar to them means a lot. Guests can leave small items and usually 1 or 2 U.S. dollars each morning on the pillows for the maids and just add a little note to let them know that it is for them. Also, tip at the bars once a day and for the Restaurants make sure your waiter gets a tip because they in most cases really do try to please.

They make very little money each month and 1or 2 dollars sure goes a long way if everybody does this, and not to mention it shows tourists' appreciation. Things are a little slower paced (sometimes a whole lot, slower paced) but if the staff members are attentive, they deserve a tip.

You will find that once you have tipped, they will run for you and make sure you don't want for anything.