Dominican Republic Vacations & All-Inclusive Packages
The Dominican Republic is a colorful tapestry of Spanish, French, Haitian, and African influences woven by a rich and storied history. Christopher Columbus described this lush land as "a beautiful island paradise with high forested mountains and large river valleys". This statement is still as true today as it was in 1492. In addition to the comforts of sun, sea, and sand, the Dominican Republic offers an exciting and unique cultural experience that will captivate your senses.
This is a destination like no other - a sensual feast of dazzling landscapes, exotic cuisine, and a remarkable variety of arts and entertainment options. The pulse-pounding thrill of the merengue, intriguing relics from centuries past, premium cigars, and even world-class baseball await you. The Dominican Republic is a surprising place that will delight even the most experienced traveler.
It offers breathtaking beaches and green mountains, extraordinary resorts and affordable hotels, plus a rich colonial history. Beach-lovers come for the endless stretches of pure white beaches, and history and culture buffs find unending pleasure in Santo Domingo's 16th-Century Colonial Zone.
PUNTA CANA: You'll think you are dreaming! As you approach the Dominican Republic’s east coast, fragrant coconut groves, unspoiled rain forests, limestone caverns and rare aquatic birds in a rainbow of hues blend harmoniously with a sweeping palette of superb resorts. Punta Cana, the sunrise coast, is a wondrous celebration of sea, sand and sunshine with perhaps the most soul-inspiring beaches in the entire Caribbean.
PUERTO PLATA: The “Amber” coast. The north or “Amber” coast, called so for its rich and abundant amber deposits, boasts some 70 miles of unparalleled beach and is a haven for sun worshippers, golfers and eco-tourists. Puerto Plata’s lively Playa Dorada complex is replete with discos, casinos and nightclubs, while the smaller villages of Sosua and Cabarete (the island’s internationally renowned windsurfing capital) have gained enormous popularity.
LA ROMANA: This beautiful South coast of the Dominican Republic reflects a typical Caribbean setting with its own unique charm and personality. La Romana is home to the tiny Minitas beach and lagoon as well as the long Bayahibe beach, which is palm-fringed and crescent-shaped. Once a sleepy cattle and sugarcane settlement, is now home to the world's most fabulous resorts. Although La Romana can be visited on a day trip from the capital, a few days are necessary to really do it justice.