Dominican Republic holidays

There’s more to the Dominican Republic holidays than just beaches – it throws rainforests, mountains and colonial towns into the ring, too.

Classic Caribbean

Thanks to its bigger-than-average size, the Dominican Republic is one of the most diverse countries in the Caribbean. Along the coast, you’ve got the full spectrum of beaches, while inland, mangrove lagoons, mountain peaks and waterfalls are just the start of the story.

Punta Cana and Cap Cana

On the eastern tip of the country is Punta Cana. The big name here is Bavaro – it’s a lively resort with a beach that looks like it’s been plucked from the pages of a glossy travel magazine. Meanwhile, just down the road there’s Cap Cana which comes with a star-studded line-up of five-star resorts along its all-white coastline. Just so you know, the beaches on this stretch of coastline sometimes experience increased levels of seaweed – called sargassum. It’s influenced by the weather and ocean currents. If your hotel’s affected, the staff will do everything they can to clear it.

La Romana

La Romana is in a tucked-away part on Dominican Republic’s southeast corner. Locals claim that the beaches here are the prettiest in the country. The main spot on this coastline is Bayahibe – a quiet fishing village with a sprinkling of hotels.

Multi-Centre holidays

While many head straight for the beaches without so much as a backwards glance, the island’s capital has a charming cobblestone heart to discover. Santo Domingo is home to a colourful, colonial core to rival that of Havana, Cuba, plus history dating back to the first forays of the New World, and a heady nightlife scene. Check it out on one of our Multi-Centre holidays – these two-part breaks secure you plenty of time on the fine sands of Punta Cana, followed by a few days uncovering the curiosities of La Capital – as it is affectionately known.

Departure tax included

You don’t need to set aside any spending money for departure tax, as it’s all included within the cost of your holiday.