Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic lies on the eastern part of the second-largest island in the Caribbean.  The other part, much smaller, is Haiti.  The entire island, called Hispaniola, is covered in sweeping mountains lined with natural beaches.  The Dominican Republic has much Spanish colonial architecture left over from the imperial days, making Santo Domingo one of the loveliest restored cities in the Caribbean Islands.  In fact, the it’s the oldest city in the Caribbean Islands, and a very important historical capital.  Columbus’ remains were once housed here. 

The Dominican Republic has a stately waterfront highway called the malecon.  Drive along this fringe and watch the beautiful beaches roll by.  Some of the best resorts in all the Caribbean Islands are found here on these beaches.  Actually, the Dominican Republic has many bests, biggests and mosts.  Some of the best amber is found in the Dominican Republic.   The tourist corridor of beaches is known as the Amber Coast. 

The highest mountain peak is found in the Dominican Republic:  Pico Duarte at 10,416 feet.  There are plenty of ways to enjoy yourself on eco tours and safaris.  Choose from dozens of charter companies, jeep rentals, and private guides for your favorite way to explore nature’s bounty and see the country.  The Dominican Republic is one of the most populated countries in the Caribbean, with 8 million residents, but the island is big and you can easily get close to nature. 

Miles and miles of white sandy beaches have attracted celebrities and stars from the fashion world for years, in addition to regular tourists.  There’s a resort for everyone in the Dominican Republic, from budget-friendly all-inclusives to the most exclusive resorts that will pamper you to your heart’s desire.  The all-inclusives wil offer you buffets, water sports, excursions, and shows.  Some will also have marinas, golf, and lots of things for kids to do. 

While vacationing in the Dominican Republic, make sure to get some merengue time in!  Music and dance are cherished here, and the while the national sport may be baseball, the traditional favorite dance is certainly the merengue. 

All this and more, and since of course the Dominican Republic is a Caribbean island, you get snorkeling, fishing, diving, watersports.  Take in some canyons on an eco trek to the mountains.  Go horseback riding, even take some dance classes and wow your friends back home as you merengue, salsa, Son and Bachata.

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