Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic: Beautiful beaches, wondrous wildlife, scuba diving and golfing

"Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the north and the Caribbean Sea on the south, this lush tropical island paradise boasts nearly 1,000 miles of coastline, 250 miles of the world’s top beaches, magnificent resorts and amazing golf courses.  Shop for local handicrafts, or precious stones such as Amber or Larimar found only in the Dominican Republic.  Listen to a merengue beat, and try your moves with a dance that originated in the Dominican Republic." - Dominican Republic Tourism Board,  godominicanrepublic.com

“Vast Stretches of powder soft sand balance the lush and tropical nature of the Dominican Republic.  Rich green rainforest dot the landscape.  Nature thrives here in numerous national parks and protected reserves, with hundreds of species of birds, iguanas and turtles for you to discover.  The National Zoo and Botanical Gardens are idyllic for an afternoon stroll.  The Dominican Republic has a rich cultural history, detailed in the historical sites, museums, colonial structures, picturesque plantations and stately cathedrals.  You’ll even find the oldest military architecture and the oldest monastery in the world." - Travel Impressions