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Lowest Rates to Puerto Plata, Punta Cana and Santo Domingo guaranteed!
The Dominican Republic is located on the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with Haiti, the Dominican Republic is a lively and festive nation blessed with great natural beauty and glorious white sand beaches. Its friendly and flamboyant people celebrate life and enjoy sharing their rich history and culture with visitors. Christopher Columbus reached the north coast of the island on his first voyage to the New World in 1492 and gave it its name, which means "Little Spain." The colony of Santo Domingo retains much of its colonial architecture, including some of the oldest buildings in the Western Hemisphere. This often overlooked country offers one of the best vacation values in the Caribbean, as well as one of the most entertaining. Everything is infused with an irrepressible island spirit that enhances your experience, from finally learning to wind-surf, to exploring a bygone world, or getting swept up into a merengue street dance! Below you'll find profiles of all-inclusive Dominican Republic resorts in Punta Cana, Santo Domingo and Puerto Plata. For more information about the resort or to check all inclusive Dominican Republic vacations pricing and availability for that Dominican Republic resort, simply click on the hotel name.
Punta Cana: The paradise of the east, locals call it, with has its emerald waters and 20-miles of glorious, palm-shaded beaches. This beautiful area around the Bavaro resort center has successfully balanced modest development with ecological concerns. Hotels, restaurants, and clubs here are luxury establishments dedicated to indulging visitors and hosting a complete roster of water sports. Santo Domingo: One of the most beguiling cities in the Caribbean, La Capital is a riveting mix of colonial buildings, museums, gourmet restaurants, hip clubs, and serene, tree-lined avenues. The city's main thoroughfare, and the first stone-laid street in the Americas, Calle las Damas (Street of Ladies) is lined with historic buildings and museums. At the heart of the colonial city, a seafront promenade known as the Malecon bustles with sleek hotels, outdoor cafés, restaurants, nightclubs, and shops. Puerto Plata: The "Silver Port" lies to the north along the Atlantic coast in the shadow of Cordillera Septentrional. Old Puerto Plata features Victorian architecture while the main tourist drag houses modern hotels on Playa Dorada. La Romana: Located along the southern coast in an easy day-trip from Santo Domingo, this fabulous resort area houses such star complexes as the Casa de Campo, set on 7,000 acres of lush coastline. Its highlights include Altos de Chavon, a replica of a 16th century Mediterranean village perched on a cliff above the river. Nearby Juan Dolio and Boca Chica offer impressive beaches and hotels. |
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