Dominican Republic Travel Tips
Our list of noteworthy Dominican Republic recommendations and places to see in Dominican Republic, from the must-see tourist landmarks to the top local recommendations.
Puerto Plata Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
Puerto Plata, or “Port of Silver” was discovered by Columbus way back in 1502, but has only recently become popular as more and more tourists have begun to discover it since the 1980s. Each year ...
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Top 3 Adventure Experiences in Punta Cana
Written by Viator, July 2011
Kick Up Dust Zip through the beautiful countryside in a manual transmission dune buggy! Departing from Punta Cana, you’ll travel past colorful houses and across the breathtaking landscape of ...
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3 Days in Punta Cana: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
The Dominican Republic is known for its spectacular beaches, and Punta Cana is no exception. But Punta Cana differs from other beaches in the region because of its year-round pleasant weather that ...
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Punta Cana Beaches (Costa del Coco)
Written by Viator, August 2010
When you think "Dominican Republic," picture beautiful warm weather, pristine white sand beaches, turquoise waters and countless palm trees. Punta Cana beaches are all this and more, ...
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Puerto Plata Beaches
Written by Viator, August 2010
Puerto Plata or “Port of Silver” was so named by Christopher Columbus in 1502 because of the misty silver hue created by the leaves of an indigenous tree. While the island might not have had any ...
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Best Beaches in the Dominican Republic
Written by Laura, USA, November 2012
A top Caribbean resort destination, the Dominican Republic has hundreds of miles of coastline and is home to some of the best beaches in the Caribbean. You’ll find everything from world-famous resort ...
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Best Beaches in the Dominican Republic
Written by Laura, USA, November 2012
A top Caribbean resort destination, the Dominican Republic has hundreds of miles of coastline and is home to some of the best beaches in the Caribbean.
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Cruise Ports in the Dominican Republic
Written by Hudson, USA, February 2013
The Dominican Republic has been growing in popularity in recent years. As a fresh tourist spot with great beaches, stunning underwater fauna, and some of the most fun ports around, the Dominican ...
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Dominican Republic: Batter Up!
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, October 2011
The Dominican Republic ‘s
first baseball league was founded in 1890, and although it wasn’t until
1956 that the first Dominican played in Major League Baseball
(Osvaldo/Ozzie Virgil Sr. with the ...
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Dominican Republic: Get There Quickly
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, September 2011
The Dominican Republic is, according to its consulate, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Caribbean ,
especially for Americans. Why? It has white beaches that are actually ...
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Dominican Republic Golfing: Pete Dye’s Gift to Golfers
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, March 2012
Is it odd that a sport originating in rainy-old- Scotland 600 years ago is now one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors on a Caribbean vacation? Editor's Note: This recommendation was taken ...
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Experience Medieval Europe at Altos de Chavon
Written by AlyseInWonderland, USA, July 2011
La Romana, Dominican Republic is home to one of the most extravagant and unique attractions in the Caribbean. Altos de Chavon is a recreation of an entire medieval European village, complete with ...
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Getting Around the Dominican Republic
Written by Laura, USA, June 2012
The Dominican Republic is the second-largest country in the Caribbean
and covers an area of more than 18,000 square miles (46,619 square
kilometers). It’s one of the most popular Caribbean ...
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One Day in Samana
Written by Hudson, USA, November 2012
If you’re on a cruise ship out in the incredibly blue Caribbean waters, chances are, sooner or later, you’re looking for some place to dock and put some island time in. With the Dominican Republic ...
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Outdoor Activities in the Dominican Republic
Written by Hudson, USA, December 2012
Made it to the Dominican Republic? Excellent! The island is currently undergoing a magnificent resurgence on the world travel stage as well as experiencing something of a renaissance when it comes to ...
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