Traveling Idea

If you are thinking of taking a holiday and are looking for an island paradise that was endorsed by Christopher Columbus, then the Dominican Republic is the place for you. This small island is steeped in history and is very cultural. One of the most popular places for vacations; he Dominical Republic has much to offer the tourists with many luxurious resorts dotted around the island.

One of the big attractions if you are a golf fan are the beautiful courses. If you love shopping, then you are spoilt for choice, and may buy more than you intended when you see the prices. Beautiful pieces of Amber are a very popular souvenir, as are cigars which you can pick up very cheaply when visiting the factories where they are produced.

The Dominican Republic is home to one of the best known and popular resorts across the Globe. Punta Cana is situated on the Eastern side of the Island.

The vast expanses of golden sands and luxurious yet affordable hotels are just two of the many things that make Punta Cana so appealing. You are literally spoilt for choice here if you like to go all inclusive on your vacations.

Surfing and wind surfing are incredibly popular pastimes, and if this is what you want from your trip to the Dominican Republic, head for the golden sands of the Playa Dorada, in the beautiful Northern resort of Puerto Plata.

If you enjoy museums full of local history, the south Eastern resort of La Romana is for you. It doesn’t have as many resorts offering all excusive as the first two I mentioned, but is still worth a look. A trip over to Catalina Island is also a great day out.

The capital of the Dominican Republic is Santo Domingo, a very historical city which numerous sites of historical interest and also home to the world’s oldest Cathedral. There is a very good choice of resorts offering all inclusive too.