Types of sockets in hotels of tourist countries (UAE, Cyprus, Thailand, Vietnam, Italy, etc.)

While abroad, tourists sometimes face the problem of a mismatch between the plug and the local electrical outlet. Most often this happens when recharging gadgets, when trying to use a hair dryer or electric razor.

In most hotels in the world, there are no problems in order to rent the necessary adapter for a symbolic amount. Often the necessary adapter can be purchased at the nearest store. But if you travel frequently, prefer not to stay at a hotel, or don't want to leave it to chance, the following information will be useful to you.

To connect household appliances to the mains in the world, two types of electrical voltage and two mains frequencies are used:

• European current at 220-240 V with a frequency of 50 Hz
• US-Japanese at 100-127 V at 60 Hz.

At the same time, there are no longer 2 or 3, but as many as 15 different types of electrical plugs for household appliances and socket standards. They differ not only in shape, but in the size of the plugs, the absence or presence of grounding.

The diagram shows all 15 types of outlets, they are arranged in the numbering order adopted by the ITA - US Department of Commerce, in 1998. (Some models are similar in the drawing, but they differ in the size of sockets and plugs.)

There is no need to be scared because of so many different types of outlets. If you wish, you can buy an adapter in advance and travel with it. There are several types of adapters that will allow you to connect your device to a different type of outlet and there are universal adapters.

Knowing what type of outlets is used in a particular country will help you choose the right adapter, or understand that you do not need it on a given trip.

Cyprus

In all hotels in Cyprus, electrical plugs for household appliances and the corresponding sockets are type G. This is a well-known British system with three rectangular pins - one vertical and two horizontal. How they look can be seen in the photo. If you do not want to spend money on an adapter, you can rent it at the hotel reception, leaving a small deposit. The money will be returned upon departure. Some Russian narrow plugs are inserted into such outlets, so it's worth a try first (without the use of physical force).

Sockets in Thailand

Thai sockets have either two holes, or two pins, or two pins with a hole. Accordingly, this is type C (Euro socket), A and B (American sockets with and without grounding). Russian and Ukrainian electrical appliances are connected to type C sockets without any problems. There are also universal hole options (pictured). Refrigerators are usually plugged into flat-prong plug sockets, which is why they are less cluttered in hotels. If you need to charge your phone or laptop, then it is better to find an adapter and use such type A “refrigerator sockets”, and when you need to turn on several devices at once, it is useful to have an extension cord with several sockets, they are inexpensive in Thailand. What kind of sockets in Thailand - you can see in the photo (universal option). However, if you have expensive equipment, it is better to have a ground adapter.

Features of sockets in Vietnam

The type of sockets in Vietnam varies by region. AT South Vietnam- type A (pictured), in North Vietnam type C (European). In expensive hotels, British G sockets can be found. But everywhere - the usual mains current is 220 V, 50 Hz. There are adapters in hotels, but with a large influx of visitors, they may not be enough for everyone.

India

The generally accepted types of sockets in India are C, D and M. The current in the network is European. Russian plugs are quite suitable for Indian sockets. There are no problems with euro plugs, but some thin pins may not fit tightly and will have to be fixed somehow, in which case it is better to use adapters. In general, tourists with sockets do not have problems in hotels of any star rating. In the photo - a common example of the type of outlets in hotels in India.

Italy

Most sockets in Italian hotels are type F. There is a grounding bracket inside, which does not interfere with inserting most of our domestic plugs. The European type of sockets C and the three-point type L are also common. If the plugs have thick legs or have grounding, like a computer, then you can not do without an adapter. In the photo on the left - type L socket, on the right - type F in Italy. If necessary, adapters are bought in any shop for 1-2 euros, and at the hotel reception they will be issued free of charge.

Sockets in the Dominican Republic and Cuba in hotels. Mains voltage features

Sockets in the Dominican Republic in hotels have types A and B - American, with and without grounding. Adapters in hotels are at the reception. But the country's power supply standards are different: the mains voltage is 110 V, the frequency is 60 Hz. If you plug in a kettle, a razor or an iron for 220 V, they will work at a quarter of the force, and charging will take longer. Transformer adapters are sold, they cost about $ 16, although they do not have much power. Outlets in the Dominican Republic in more modern hotels suitable for plugs not only of American models, but also of European ones, both with or without grounding. Similarly, the situation with the mains voltage and types of outlets is in Cuba. In modern hotels in Cuba, there are even Euro sockets with a voltage of 220 V.

Sockets in Israel

Israel is "famous" for its unusual sockets, which are used only in this country, the voltage standard is European. Type H sockets are designed for a plug with three plugs. In old buildings, old European type C sockets are still preserved. Modern hotels are equipped with sockets where a three-plug input allows you to connect a regular European plug. Chargers and other household appliances turn on without problems, even the old Soviet model.

Sockets in the UAE

Many who have visited this country will give different answers to the question of what sockets are in the UAE and whether an adapter is required. The fact is that three standards coexist there - the widespread type G of the British socket with three flat pins, where an adapter is needed, type C of the usual European one, which does not need an adapter, and type D, which came here from Old England. It is no longer used in Britain, but it is found in India. Many narrow European plugs are stuck into this type, and with plugs of the old Soviet model, you can connect through an adapter. The problem is easily solved on the spot - adapters are available in hotels. The voltage and frequency in the UAE network are the same as ours.

France

Sockets in France are the usual European type C and type E (pictured), the voltage and frequency are standard. Sometimes you need an adapter, as for the old Tefal kettles, but most often a tee and an extension cord are useful, since the socket in the hotel room will be in the singular.

Spain

Sockets in Spain in hotels of types C and F, which fit the European standard. In the photo - type F. Adapter is not needed.

Greece

In Greece, sockets are European standard (type C). In Crete, you may need an adapter - there are sockets with three inputs (D in the photo), so you won’t be able to use them just like that.

Maldives

G, J, K - types of sockets in the Maldives. Power supply 230 V, 50 Hz. An adapter is required, but it is better to decide on its type on the spot. Expensive hotels already have the necessary adapters.

G J K

Indonesia

The most common types of electrical outlets are C and F; adapters are not needed for them. Less often - British G, then an adapter is needed. The current in the network is 220 V 50 Hz, in Bali - 127 V, there may also be sockets and American type B with grounding.

Mexico

Voltage 127 V, frequency 60 Hz. Types of sockets - North American A and B. Therefore, an adapter is needed. Not everywhere in Mexico hotels offer it for free, so you have to spend a little. It can come in handy on the road - at the airport, on the ferry, cafes, so it's better to get your own.

Singapore

Types of electrical sockets A, C and G are used to connect video equipment, M - for air conditioners and stationary hair dryers; hotels have different adapters. European current.

Sri Lanka

In four-five-star hotels in Sri Lanka, the type of sockets is more often British G, although there are types D and M. Current 230 V, 50 Hz.

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REMINDER TO THE TOURIST IN THE DOMINICAN

Weather in the Dominican Republic

The climate of the country is tropical and humid. July to October is the wet season, during this period the country is often exposed to tropical cyclones. The most comfortable period for from the end of October to May. Insolation levels are very high - protective creams and light clothing are recommended.

Average air temperature (C)

Rainfall (mm)

Language in the Dominican Republic

Dominicans are very good-natured and friendly, but they only speak Spanish or English. On the border with Haiti, many people still speak French. English, German and Italian are common in tourist areas.

It is recommended to use bottled water for drinking, and boiled or specially purified water for brushing teeth and making ice. Mineral water"Venus", "Orbis", "Crystal" (mandatory in the original packaging!!) is also absolutely safe. Only ice, which is prepared with purified water, should be used. Milk should be drunk only pasteurized. Meat and fish must be subjected to mandatory heat treatment. Vegetables should also be thoroughly washed, and fruits are best consumed peeled. Products from the markets should be consumed with extreme caution.

Costume code

There are practically no requirements for clothing, the only exception is that in churches, casinos and some restaurants and discos they do not allow visitors to wear short shorts and sleeveless blouses. In other cases, neither the appearance nor the manners of the guest surprise anyone.

Address system quite confusing. Most often, the addresses indicate street intersections, and not the house number, or the name of the two streets between which the desired is located.

Units of measurement in the Dominican Republic

Several measurement systems are still used in the country, for example, an ounce, a livre and a pound are used as a measure of weight, gasoline, engine oil and most liquids are measured in US gallons, distances are measured in kilometers, length in yards, and area is measured in " tareas" (624 sq. m.), so it's easy to get confused. In bazaars, sellers very often use their own measure of weight and length, so carefully recalculate, otherwise excesses are possible. Fruits are sold by the piece, the price depends on the size, not the weight.

Mains voltage in the Dominican Republic

Mains voltage 110 V., 60 Hz. Flat sockets, American standard plugs.

Tips

Tipping is partly already included in the cost of service in hotels, while in restaurants it is customary to leave 10% of the order value to the waiter. Maids and porters are usually entitled to 1-2 USD.

Medical services

Paid, recommended medical insurance international standard. If you have insurance, the first medical aid is provided free of charge, all subsequent services are paid for by the invoice presented by the medical institution.

Souvenirs from the Dominican Republic

From the country you can bring various products made of wood, bone, amber, larimara (Dominican turquoise), ceramics and leather, as well as cigars, coffee and Imperial rum. One of the most popular souvenirs for Europeans is colorful Haitian naive paintings (you can buy them on the beach and in the markets).

The shops

They work from 9.00 to 19.30 from Monday to Saturday. Supermarkets are usually open from 8.00 to 22.00 from Monday to Saturday, on Sunday - from 8.00 to 14.00.

National cuisine of the Dominican Republic

The culinary traditions of the Dominican Republic are built on a combination of European, African and local recipes. Its main feature is the wide use of legumes, bananas and other vegetables (including exotic ones) in an original combination with meat products and fish.

national drink is rum (written as "ron"), which is made here more than 15 varieties (the most popular are "Brugal", "Barcelo" and "Bermudez").

You can clarify the details of the trip, as well as find out any questions you are interested in about the country and the tour, by contacting the direction managers.

Safety

Dominican Republic is enough safe country for tourists by the standards of Central America and the Caribbean; robberies and robberies, which have long become the norm in countries such as Venezuela or Peru, are extremely rare in the Dominican Republic. However, we must not forget that the country is home to more than a million illegal migrants from neighboring Haiti, who account for the lion's share of crime. In the capital of the country, Santo Domingo, there are many pickpockets, plus car openings are not uncommon (you should not leave any things inside the car). In inexpensive city hotels, thefts from rooms happen.

The country allows free storage and carrying of short-barreled firearms, so you can meet well-armed people on the street everywhere. But this is rather an external attribute - the use of weapons on the streets is extremely rare (the exception is the slum areas where refugees from Haiti live).

Clothing and appearance

There are practically no requirements for clothing, the only exception is that in churches, casinos and some restaurants and discos they do not allow visitors to wear short shorts and sleeveless blouses. In other cases, neither the appearance nor the manners of the guest surprise anyone.

Measurement system

Several measurement systems are still used in the country, for example, an ounce, a livre and a pound are used as a measure of weight, gasoline, engine oil and most liquids are measured in US gallons, distances are measured in kilometers, length in yards, and area is measured in " tareas" (624 sq. m.), so it's easy to get confused. In bazaars, sellers very often use their own measure of weight and length, so carefully recalculate, otherwise excesses are possible. Fruits are sold by the piece, the price depends on the size, not the weight.

Electricity

Mains voltage 110 V., 60 Hz. Flat sockets, American standard plugs. To connect electrical appliances, you need an adapter (usually sold in hotel shops). Power outages are fairly common, but most hotels high class have their own generators.

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Our life is made up of little things. Going to another continent, it is very difficult to foresee absolutely everything, so we decided to tell you about those Dominican features that most often take you by surprise unprepared tourists, causing some surprise or even shock.

On our site you can buy wonderful excursions in the Dominican Republic!

Feature #1: Dominican Weights and Measures

The weight

Not many people know that the old Spanish measure of weight is used in the Dominican Republic. The smallest unit of weight accepted in the country is called an ounce. It is equal to 28.35 grams. Pounds (libras) are made up of ounces. On the price tags, they are designated "Lb". One libra is about 460 grams, which is less than half a kilo. So keep this in mind if you go to the store for vegetables or fruits - for the price indicated on the price tag, you will be sold a little less than half a kilo of the product.

Volume

If you rented a car, then sooner or later you will go to the gas station for gasoline. And here again there will be surprises: gasoline and motor oil in the Dominican Republic is measured in gallons. One gallon is equal to 3.785 liters.

At the same time, edible liquids (for example, sunflower oil) are measured not in gallons, not in liters, but in pints. One pint equals 0.473 liters.

And if we talk about bulk products, then a special "dry" pint, equal to 0.551 liters, is used to measure them.

Length

As for textile products, fabrics in the Dominican Republic are measured in yards. One yard is equal to thirty-six inches or 0.914 meters.

Feature #2: Active sun

The climate in the Dominican Republic is very comfortable, and there is almost never sweltering heat. Therefore, at first it may seem to you that the sun here is soft and certainly will not cause harm. But it's not!

In the Dominican Republic, the sun is very active, because the island is located very close to the equator. Therefore, we urge you to apply sunscreen several times a day, even in cloudy and cloudy weather.

At the same time, choose sunscreens with a protection factor of at least 50 SPF. For people with fair and sensitive skin, as well as for children, it is better to use a cream with a protection factor of 80 SPF.

Feature #3: Dominican Roads

Toll tracks

Feature #4: Currency and Prices

Currency in the Dominican Republic

The official currency in the Dominican Republic is the Dominican peso. However, in the tourist area you can always pay with dollars. For one dollar at the current rate, you can buy about 46 pesos. But it makes no sense to take the euro with you: the exchange rate of this currency is equal to the dollar, and indeed, it is not common on the American continent. The same applies to rubles. Exchange the necessary amount for dollars before the trip: in the Dominican Republic it will be very difficult for you to change cash rubles.

Dominican price tags: how to figure it out?

In the store, price tags can confuse you: it is not always clear in which currency the cost of the goods is indicated, in pesos or in dollars, because next to the price there is always the familiar "$" sign! Here is the clue to the riddle: if the dollar sign has one stick instead of two, then the price is in pesos. Well, if the usual dollar sign (with two vertical lines) is drawn on the price tag, then the price, respectively, is indicated in dollars.

And one more valuable advice: do not forget to bargain, because the prices in the markets are often too high.

When paying in dollars, be prepared for the fact that you will be given change in pesos. Also keep in mind that hundred dollar bills are not accepted everywhere, because this is the most counterfeited bill in the world.

taxes

It would seem, why should an ordinary tourist in the Dominican Republic worry about taxes? The fact is that in Dominican restaurants and bars, the price is almost always indicated without tax, which is 18%. Information about this can be found at the bottom of each menu page. In addition to tax, a 10% service charge (essentially a tip for waiters) may also be added to your bill. We recommend that you pay attention to all the small inscriptions on the menu or check with the waiters what exactly the indicated prices include, so that your dinner bill does not come as a surprise to you.

Feature #5: Sockets and Voltage

Sockets

The Dominican Republic uses an American type of socket designed for flat plugs. Therefore, you will probably need an adapter for your equipment. It is not difficult to purchase it - adapters are sold in almost all stores, even on site. The cost of the adapter is an average of 1-2 dollars.

Voltage

The voltage in Dominican sockets is 110 volts and the current frequency is 60 Hz. Therefore, be prepared for the fact that your phone or tablet will charge 2 times slower than usual, and the hair dryer and electric shaver will work at such a speed that it will be impossible to use them. If it’s important for you to use your own, and not a hotel hair dryer, then you can purchase a special transformer adapter, and it’s better to do it outside your homeland - in the Dominican Republic, transformer adapters are sold only in specialized stores.

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1.2. The process of booking Services includes the following steps:

"Two Bananas" accepts the application and checks the availability of the date of interest to the Buyer;

After the Parties agree on the dates, "Two Bananas" sends the Buyer instructions for paying for the Services (if payment is not provided for on the day of the service or the excursion);

The Buyer undertakes to confirm the booking by making 100% payment for the cost of services, unless otherwise agreed by the Parties.

1.3. The booking is considered completed at the time of sending the "Two Bananas" booking confirmation by e-mail or other means of communication to the Buyer.

1.4. Prior to completion of the booking, the Buyer must inform about his specific needs and services that may be required due to his physical condition, otherwise, "Two Bananas" does not assume any special obligations, liability or compensation in connection with these needs of the Buyer.

2. Cost and payment

2.1. The prices on the Site are indicated in dollars and if, by agreement of the Parties, the Buyer makes a part of the payment on the day the Services begin in another currency, the cost of the Services will be calculated at the rate of the National Bank of the Dominican Republic on the current date.

3. Rights and obligations of "Two Bananas"

3.1. "Two Bananas" undertakes:

Make these Terms and Conditions available to the Buyer by publishing them on the Site.

Give the Buyer a confirmation of the booking of the Services by e-mail or other means of communication after receiving payment for the Services.

Provide booked and paid Services in accordance with their description provided on the Site.

Inform the Buyer that "Two Bananas" is not responsible for services and products provided by third parties.

3.2. "Two Bananas" has the right:

Change the schedule, route or sequence of visits to attractions due to unforeseen, unavoidable or other similar circumstances.

Terminate the provision of the Services if the Buyer makes their provision difficult or impossible by their rude or indecent behavior. In the event that the Two Bananas guides assess the Buyer's behavior as inappropriate and disruptive in places of visits, especially in religious and cultural places, such Buyer will be denied further provision of the Services without reimbursement of his expenses and compensation for the cost of the Services.

4. Rights and obligations of the Buyer

4.1. The buyer undertakes:

Agree to the Two Bananas Privacy Policy, booking, payment and cancellation policies as set out in these Terms and Conditions.

Provide the information necessary to make the booking.

After receiving confirmation of the booking, check the information indicated in it, and in case of detection of errors, inform Two Bananas immediately.

Purchase travel insurance while visiting the Dominican Republic.

Pay the full cost of the booked Services on the day of the excursion or service.

Arrive at the meeting point with the Two Banana guides without delay.

Be personally responsible for being physically able and willing to participate in any activities/activities included in the booked Services and to wear appropriate clothing.

Conduct yourself in a proper and decent manner, as well as with respect for local laws and traditions.

To independently take care of personal belongings, because "Two Bananas" is not responsible for the safety of the Buyer's personal belongings.

Compensate immediately and on the spot for any damage caused to Two Bananas and / or third parties during the provision of the Services, if the Buyer is responsible for causing such damage.

4.2. The buyer has the right:

Receive the Services in accordance with their description on the Site, the booking confirmation and these Terms and Conditions.

5. Cancellation, modification of conditions and termination of the provision of Services

5.1. Cancellation or modification of the Two Banana Services:

5.1.1. "Two Bananas" may cancel the provision of Services in whole or in part due to circumstances that arose beyond the will and desire of "Two Bananas", and which cannot be foreseen or avoided (force majeure), including declared or actual war, civil unrest, acts of public authorities , sanctions, epidemics, blockade, earthquakes, floods, fires and other natural disasters and other similar phenomena that prevent the "Two Bananas" from fulfilling their obligations.

5.1.2. "Two Bananas" reserves the right to change the date or time of the start of the provision of the Services, as well as the right to change the route, in the event of unforeseen circumstances specified in clause 5.1.1., Without incurring obligations to pay compensation and indemnify the Buyer.

5.1.3. If the provision of the Services was interrupted due to the occurrence of the circumstances specified in clause 5.1.1., "Two Bananas" has the right to withhold payment for the actually rendered Services.

5.1.4. If "Two Bananas" cannot complete the provision of the Services due to the occurrence of the circumstances specified in clause 5.1.1., then, at the request of the Buyer, "Two Bananas" may refund to the Buyer a part of the amount paid for those Services that were not provided, according to the "Two Bananas" calculations.

5.1.5. "Two Bananas" may terminate the provision of the Services without compensation to the Buyer if the Buyer makes it impossible to provide the Services through its rude and inappropriate behavior. In addition, in this case, the Buyer is obliged to compensate the damage caused by "Two Bananas" in the amount of the full cost of the Services and other losses.

5.2. Cancellation of booking and provision of Services by the Buyer:

5.2.1. The Buyer has the right to cancel the booked Services. Cancellation is made by sending a message by e-mail or other means of communication indicated in the contacts section. A previously unpaid tour must be canceled at least two days before it takes place. If the excursion or service was paid in advance (as required by the internal rules of the company and the cooperation agreement with the contractor "Two Bananas"), a 100% refund of the amount is possible if there is a good reason for canceling the excursion or service, as well as advance (at least 4 days) informing "Two Bananas" ".

5.2.2 If on the start date of the tour / trip the Buyer did not appear at the appointed time at the meeting point, then Two Bananas reserves the right to withhold the full cost of the Services.

6. Liability of the Parties and Dispute Resolution

6.1. For all matters not regulated by these Terms and Conditions, the Parties agree to be guided by the laws of the Dominican Republic.

6.2. Any complaints from the Buyer must be voiced to the leaders, guides or managers of "Two Bananas" immediately and must include an argument regarding the inconsistency of the Services described on the site and the Services provided to the Buyer. The Buyer agrees to cooperate with Two Bananas and wait until his valid complaint is resolved on the spot, as well as accept the proposed solutions to continue the provision of the Services. If the Buyer's complaint cannot be resolved immediately and on the spot, then the Buyer has the right to send it, along with documents confirming his correctness, by e-mail or other means of communication. Two Bananas will resolve the complaint within a reasonable time and in accordance with these Terms and Conditions. Return Money, after consideration of the complaint, may be carried out in the amount equal to the unrendered part of the Services, according to the calculations of "Two Bananas", but cannot exceed the full cost of all the Services provided.

6.3. "Two Bananas" is not responsible for services/products provided by third parties.

6.4. "Two Bananas" is not responsible for injury, damage, loss, accidents, delays or deviations from the schedule, expenses or other problems for the Buyer in connection with the breach of obligations on the part of hotels, transport companies or other companies and persons providing services, included in the Services purchased by the Buyer.

6.5. If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is determined to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under the laws of the Dominican Republic, it will be removed from the Terms and Conditions and the remaining provisions of the Terms and Conditions will remain in effect. full strength and will continue to be binding.