The Dominican Republic is surprisingly big! Therefore it is not possible to book the same excursions in every province. Still, there are some tours that are quite popular and can be arranged from all over the country. These are the best ones: The legendary Samana peninsula has become famous for its picturesque bay, breathtaking waterfalls and tropical green forests. Therefore …
After stuffing their bellies in the nutrient-rich oceans around the Arctic circle, whales return to more tropical places every year to raise their little ones. One of the best places to see this beautiful natural phenomenon is in the Caribbean. Therefore it really is a must-do when you go to the Dominican Republic! There are two places to spot whales …
There are a lot more tours or day trips that you can organize from Punta Cana! I suggest to check out even more options on GetYourGuide. You can always cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance if you book with them. Bavaro was in fact a village designed for the staff of the many resorts, but has …
First, you need to decide if you want to swim with wild or captured dolphins. Actually, this is an easy decision, but I’d like to explain both options to you. When you choose to swim with trained (caught) dolphins, you contribute to a terrible system. Dolphins are often caught in the wild and then sold to dolfinaria or other marine …
Santa Domingo may be a vibrant capital, It’s the five hundred year old city-center that is known for its history and culture. The Zona Colonial is the historic heart of Santa Domingo and immediately comes on top as one of the best things to do in the Dominican Republic. The collection of historic houses and cobbled streets is the oldest …
In the meantime I also got to know Norbert, a Hungarian guy who moved to London and works there as a paramedic. He was also clearly in love with travelling, because he had already visited many places. Unfortunately, the introduction was of short duration because his trip was just about to finish. Luckily I got on very well with Manuel, …
In the brochure, they asked us to be ready at 6:30 in the morning. About one hour later, I was finally picked up. Once I boarded the car, an American family from Michigan greeted me with a bored sigh. “You just missed the most exciting part! Right before we picked you up, we had to wait for thirty minutes for …
When the Bavaro Express bus from Santo Domingo drove into this tourist hotspot, I immediately noticed a big difference with the rest of the Dominican Republic. The city is a lot cleaner, the roads are better and when I watch left and right I can see ressorts towering over the smaller buildings. A huge difference with the other cities I …
Eventually, I got my deposit and I was glad to leave the place. The trip would normally take three and a half hours, but only five hours later I arrived in Puerto Plata. The North coast of the Dominican Republic. It was completely different than Santo Domingo. A more relaxed vibe, I felt. In the capital, I had seen almost …
