Dominican Diversity

Every year millions of people fly from all over the world to the Dominican Republic to enjoy one of many fabulous beach destinations. No matter if you are after the perfect wind and kite surf conditions of Cabarete, the authenticity of Sosua or the ultimate in luxury offered by the all-inclusive golf, casino or spa resorts of Punta Cana-Bavaro and La Romana (casa de Campo), it is very unlikely that you will end up feeling disappointed. For every person and every budget the Dominican Republic offers a great beach.

While there is nothing wrong with the Dominican beaches, it never seizes to amaze me that less than 5% of all tourists travelling to the Dominican Republic choose to explore some of the other attractions this amazing Caribbean island has to offer.

Take for example the capital Santo Domingo. Historically speaking, Santo Domingo is without an equal in the Caribbean. Being the first city established by the Spaniards after Columbus landed on the Dominican coast, it is here where you find the first cathedral, university and hospital erected in the Americas. Santo Domingo is also one of the most cosmopolitan Caribbean destinations. The city is proud of its many excellent boutique hotels, spectacular restaurants that feature the latest trends in food preparation and interior design, its theaters and other cultural activities.

From Santo Domingo, it is easy to explore large parts of the country that are still undiscovered by most. If you happen to visit the Dominican Republic during carnival time, check out the La Vega carnival, an unforgettable experience. The Cibao Valley is where some of the world's best cigar tobacco is being produced. Santiago de los Trenta Caballeros, the second largest city of the country also offers many great restaurants, lovely shops and exciting nightlife that yet has to be discovered by large-scale tourism. The Barahona region, located on the South West coast with it's untouched coastline and proximity to 5 spectacular national parks and various mountain forests, is considered to be one of the best kept secrets of the Caribbean.

When you are looking to combine various distinctly different holiday experiences, booking a vacation package generally won't do the trick. Specialized travel companies like Dominican Travel Network, can help you to put together an itinerary that 100% suits your needs, both online or at their office in Santo Domingo. You could for example arrive in Santo Domingo, stay in one of many fabulous hotels, rent a car to drive to nearby Boca Chica or Juan Dolio beaches and plan a trip or excursion to Jarabacoa for a wild water rafting adventure on the Rio Yaque del Norte. For nature lovers and those of you who enjoy (extreme) outdoor sports, Jarabacoa, the jewel of the Cordillera Central Mountains, is an absolute paradise.

As you see there are countless reasons that justify skipping the all-inclusive resorts. Contact Dominican Travel Network or visit their website to find out more about hotels in Santo Domingo and ways to explore some of the lesser-known attractions of arguably the most divers Caribbean country. A unique holiday experience is waiting for you.

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