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.
Top 3 Adventure Experiences in Punta Cana
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 ... Continue Reading »
Puerto Plata Suggested Itineraries
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 ... Continue Reading »
Punta Cana Beaches (Costa del Coco)
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, ... Continue Reading »
Puerto Plata Beaches
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 ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Punta Cana: Suggested Itineraries
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 ... Continue Reading »
Dominican Republic: Batter Up!
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 ... Continue Reading »
Dominican Republic: Get There Quickly
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 ... Continue Reading »
Dominican Republic Golfing: Pete Dye’s Gift to Golfers
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 ... Continue Reading »
Experience Medieval Europe at Altos de Chavon
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 ... Continue Reading »
Santo Domingo - A City of Firsts
The oldest cathedral in the Americas – and the oldest church in the West Indes – the Catedral de Santa Maria le Menor is one of the oldest landmarks in the Ciudad Colonial (Colombus’ first ... Continue Reading »
The Legacy of Columbus
In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue… Along with cheesy rhymes and anachronistic cartoons, many children these days are also taught false information – some of which is hard to replace. As with ... Continue Reading »
Punta Cana Nightlife
Punta Cana by night can take on a very different feel from its leisurely daytime vibe. Indeed, as the sun sets in the Dominican Republic, islanders and tourists come out to party by the dozens. ... Continue Reading »
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