Dominican Republic has something for everyone, a mountainous interior, and lush rain forests surrounded by miles of white sand beaches. Dominican Republic, located between Puerto Rico and Cuba, and shares the island of Hispanola, (from Spanish 'Isla Espanola' the Spanish island) with Haiti.

You can choose from various accommodations from deluxe resorts to charming B&Bs. The climate is tropical but tempered by sea breezes. The cooler months are between December and March

Exploring is a big attraction here in one of the most diverse ecosystems in the Caribbean basin. Touring the jungles, forests and mountain areas of the Dominican Republic would be any hiker's idea of paradise. Horseback riding, sailing, deep sea fishing and whale watching add to the extensive mix of activities to enjoy here. You can even go to the horse races!

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Places to Visit in Dominican Republic

Jardin Botanico Nacional: Stunning botanical gardens, and at 445 acres, is the largest in the Caribbean.
Altos de Chavón: Visit the artists community and their shops. .
Jimenoa River: This beautiful river offer rafting for the adventurous types.

Fast facts

Capital: Island size Population: Airport: Electricity: Currency: Language: Country code:

Santo Domingo 19,000 square miles. 8,000,000 Las Américas International Airport (Santo Domingo). La Unión International Airport (Puérto Plata) 110 volts. Dominican peso - U.S. dollars widely accepted Spanish / English spoken also 809