Dominican Republic Holidays
One of Dominican Republic's many beautiful golden beaches
The Dominican Republic is located just off the south-east coast of Cuba and to the east of Jamaica. It is one of two nations that make up the island of La Hispaniola, the other being Haiti. It is second in size and population to Cuba: the largest of the Caribbean Islands.
One of the most popular islands in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic offers everything one would expect from a tropical getaway. Mile upon mile of golden, as well as white, sandy beaches stretch around the coastline looking out over clear blue waters. Watersports are widely available along with hiking, mountain biking and parasailing. There are many resorts dotted around the island with Punta Cana on the east coast being favoured by those looking for a relaxing break and Puerto Plata and Sousa on the north coast providing a lively party atmosphere.
The wet season runs from May up until November with the island experiencing heavy rain fall but in short bursts. The daily temperature is typically over 30°c and only drops a few degrees at night with quite a high amount of humidity. During this period there is a danger of hurricanes occurring so travellers should be aware of this when deciding when to go. The dry season, between December and April, is when most holidaymakers tend to visit the island. The average daily temperature at this time of the year is around the mid 20s.
There are a number of airports on the island that receive international flights including Las Americas International Airport in the capital city: Santo Domingo.
One of the most popular islands in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic offers everything one would expect from a tropical getaway. Mile upon mile of golden, as well as white, sandy beaches stretch around the coastline looking out over clear blue waters. Watersports are widely available along with hiking, mountain biking and parasailing. There are many resorts dotted around the island with Punta Cana on the east coast being favoured by those looking for a relaxing break and Puerto Plata and Sousa on the north coast providing a lively party atmosphere.
The wet season runs from May up until November with the island experiencing heavy rain fall but in short bursts. The daily temperature is typically over 30°c and only drops a few degrees at night with quite a high amount of humidity. During this period there is a danger of hurricanes occurring so travellers should be aware of this when deciding when to go. The dry season, between December and April, is when most holidaymakers tend to visit the island. The average daily temperature at this time of the year is around the mid 20s.
There are a number of airports on the island that receive international flights including Las Americas International Airport in the capital city: Santo Domingo.
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Travellers' top tips for places in Dominican Republic
Beach
- Puerto Plata: bring bite cream and spray for room. Try to avoid pool and buffet at weekends, use beach and resteraunts at weekend, too busy steven2102
- Punta Cana: For a Caribbean holiday you can't beat DomRep. Ive been on many holidays. DomRep is very underrated but the stunning beach makes it for me. ShaknStevens
- Las Terrenas: Try the local restaurants and beer. Travel around and see the other beaches and sights. NC7007
- Puerto Plata: Eat at La Finca in Sosua... German owner/chef. Good seafood and weiner schnitzel. Barrett
- Boca Chica: take the tour of santo domingo it is worth the time and learning the history of christopher colombus. the night life on duarte avenue is great. king31
- Sosua: Enjoy yourself - the beach is great, the nightlife is what you want it to be. Go to Rockys and to Jungle Juiced and have a great time ! Howard69
- Punta Cana: walk into town, lots of shopping. Do a tour and walk the beach, the vendors like to barter. midlifegames
- Santo Domingo: Visit Faro a colon, Museum of Dominican Man, Zona Colonial, Zoo, Malecon, El Conde Hotel area- mini strip mall, Mercado- huge market Jolfaie24
- Punta Cana: Participate in the activities that the entertainment staff organize and watch all the shows that they put on. Also, to enjoy the beautiful weather! paulad03
- Punta Cana: you bring plenty of sunscreen because its really hot dania175
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Dominican Republic travel tips from your fellow travellers
- Punta Cana: Have fun! It is a great place for relaxation and meeting tonnes of great people. - by Milan91
- Punta Cana: Join in the fun down by the pool bar every day around 3pm! - by LauraGooner
- Punta Cana: If you need an excursion while staying at Zoetry, the zip lining and dune buggies sounded like fun! - by JessRae75
- Punta Cana: Do the Bavaro Runners tour and see the real Dominican Republic. It gives you a unique opportunity to meet the locals and understand their culture. - by manxnutterontour
- Punta Cana: go snorkeling and ride the motor boats...the banana boats are a riot too!! - by sofisyl