Dominican Republic

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Notes from the Underground: the intriguing caves of the Dominican Republic

David Stanley The DR is of course well known as a destination for marvelous beaches, cool adventure sports, and the historic corners of its capital Santo Domingo. Much more "under cover," if you will, is what's underground: thousands upon thousands of caves, the most of any Caribbean country. It's a subterranean world filled not just with amazing formations and even lakes, but also the artifacts of ancient civilisations.The country averages one cave for each square kilometre of territory, but…

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7 of the best resorts in Punta Cana/Bávaro

Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa Since the beginning of resort development (especially of the all-inclusive kinds) and the opening of an international airport in the early 1980s, this town sprawling along 62 miles of the DR´s northeastern coast has evolved into Latin America´s second-most popular beach destination (and by the way, contributing around a quarter of the DR´s entire GDP), and it´s not hard to see why: pristine white sands, turquoise blue waters, a variety of attractions, and…

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Wastin´ away again at Punta Cana´s Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana

Set along a stretch of pure white-sand beach in Cap Cana, an exclusive enclave of the DR´s most popular resort area Punta Cana - and just 15 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport - five-star all-inclusive property Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana., which opened a little over three years ago is one of just eight Cap Cana resorts. On our visit, my husband and I found its “no worries,” tropical vibe spoke to me the moment we pulled up to the hotel entrance adorned with a fun…

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5 natural wonders to visit in the DR

Just came across this cool vid from the now defunct outlet Great Big Story, which highlights five of the top nature-related experiences in a Caribbean country that's far more more than fab beaches and evocative colonial architecture. Well worth a watch!

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Vincent Bontoux November 3, 2026 at 4:48pm

Well, this article certainly includes a jaundiced view of the DR´s vaunted resorts! https://backend.travelbinger.com/dont-book-yet-the-25-countries-us-...

Don’t Book Yet: The 25 Countries US Tourists Regret Visiting the Most
Ed Wetschler June 5, 2026 at 5:30pm

Caribbean beach and history lovers, take note: the DR is one of the few destinations where costs for travel this summer are actually dropping: https://www.travelandleisure.com/affordable-caribbean-summer-travel...
Joseba Basabe December 7, 2025 at 9:44am

So many wonderful Dominican beaches - but the one touted by Travel+Leisure as the "best" takes a bit of extra doing to get to: https://www.travelandleisure.com/saona-island-canto-de-la-playa-nam...
Maria de los Angeles December 6, 2025 at 4:06pm

Here´s a tantalizing look at some lesser known area away from the beach resorts: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/travel/columnist/2024/05/31/dominican...
Max Pesling December 23, 2024 at 1:58pm

There are of course a bewildering number of beaches and beach resorts in the DR: Good thing we have AFAR to boil it all down for us LOL https://www.afar.com/magazine/best-beaches-dominican-republic

The Best Beaches in the Dominican Republic—and the Hotels to Stay At

Whether you're after lively bars and adventure, or a more remote spot to relax, there's a stretch of sand for you.
Helen Brown July 2, 2024 at 1:49pm

Most of what we read about the DR involves Santo Domingo or the resort towns/areas. But here´s a look at a cool town a bit more off the beaten path, over on the southwest coast: https://travelnoire.com/barahona-dominican-republic

Barahona: The Gateway to Paradise In The Dominican Republic - Travel Noire

Tucked on the pristine southwestern coast of the Dominican Republic lies Barahona, a true hidden gem in the Caribbean.
María José May 11, 2023 at 10:57am

Recently came word that one of the Caribbean's most famous luxury properties, Casa de Campo, is betting big on "wellness" and the spa experience with a fancy "resort within a resort" called Premier Club: https://www.caribjournal.com/2023/01/26/the-caribbeans-hottest-well...

The Caribbean’s Hottest Wellness Resort Is In the Dominican Republic - Caribbean Journal

The Dominican Republic’s premier luxury resort is about to take on another title: the Caribbean’s hottest wellness resort.
David Paul Appell April 28, 2023 at 10:25am

Looks like the DR broke visitor arrivals records both nationally in regionally in 2022: https://www.caribjournal.com/2023/01/15/dominican-republic-7-millio...

Dominican Republic Tops 7 Million Tourists, Setting New Record - Caribbean Journal

The surging Dominican Republic surpassed seven million visitors in 2022, the first time the country has every achieved that milestone.
Jordan Simon March 5, 2023 at 9:52am

A writer for the Kansas City Star discusses crime in the DR (especially its cities.towns); https://www.kansascity.com/detour/article272572222.html
Helen Brown February 17, 2023 at 11:01am

Wow, the Caribbean's first theme park, called Katmandu, is set to open in Punta Cana next month! https://www.travelandleisure.com/katmandu-punta-cana-opening-date-d...

The First Theme Park in the Caribbean Announces Opening Date, Details on Rides

The world’s first theme park in the Caribbean, Katmandu Park Punta Cana, will open on March 15, 2023.