Dominican Republic Travel Information

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   Dominican Republic Travel Information

The Dominican Republic is the Caribbean's most geographically diverse country, showcasing everything from tropical rainforests to deserts and mangrove swamps.  In The Dominican Republic you will find a blend of Caribbean rhythms, American influences and European ancestry, that define the charm and allure of its booming music and time faded colonial heritage.  The capital city of Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial is rich in architecture and is the perfect starting point for visiting the Dominican Republic.  Santiago the 2nd largest city in the Dominican Republic, is the epicenter of commerce, the country’s largest agricultural hub and the cigar capital of the world, and home to several tobacco museums. For ultimate relaxation, sprawl out on the sands of Punta Cana and when you just can't beat the heat, cool off in crystal clear waters.  A trip to Dominican Republic should include a visit to Playa Grande voted one of the ten best beaches in the world.  This long stretch of white sand and clear turquoise waters is edged on each side by spectacular cliffs.  This is the beach for relaxing while you take in the beauty of the area, or on days when the surf is up, catching a wave or two body surfing or body boarding.

   Top Things To Do In Dominican Republic

While on vacation in the Dominican Republic, you will certainly want to do a few things, such as sporting activities, adventure tours, shopping, renting a car to explore the seaside towns, dine out and dance the night away.  Go windsurfing or whale watching on the Peninsula de Samana or you can hike or raft in the mountains and national parks. The number of things you can do in the Dominican Republic is endless. Santo Domingo deserves more attention than it gets. Boca Chica is the main beach in Santo Domingo with lots of beach activists for everyone. Zona Colonial is the hippest and coolest area of town. A nice drive from the city are the resorts towns of Juan Dolio and Guayacanes. The beaches are less crowded and offer a more relaxed atmosphere. 

The Coconut Coast of Punta Cana is filled with stunning beach resorts such as Barbaro Beach and Macao Beach. Drive out to Hoyo Azul the “Blue Hole” for an exhilarating time zip lining. Manati Park a lovely nature park that attracts many visitors coming to Punta Cana.  Dolphin Island offers visitors an opportunity to swim with dolphins.  Saona Island is perfect for those looking to get away from the crowds. The Marinarium is a unique water attraction where travelers can snorkel (safely) with nurse sharks and sting rays. If you have the chance to visit the city of Santiago, be sure to take a carriage ride through monumental avenue to view some of the historical sites in the city. Spend some time shopping on Sun Street, the shopping center in Santiago. If love cigars, a visit to the Tobacco Museum gives you an awesome education lesson into the history of the tobacco industry in the Dominican Republic.