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Dominican Republic Holidays

For the ultimate beach holiday, look no further than the Dominican Republic. This Caribbean destination offers sun, sea and sand in bountiful supply and warm weather all year round. More than 6 million people visit the island each year to experience all it has to offer.

Whether you want to spend your time in swimwear or explore the rich culture this incredible country boasts, there’s a little something for everyone. Plan a trek through one of the many forested areas, to witness the island’s stunning flora and fauna up close. Explore the country’s capital city to see its magnificent UNESCO world heritage site castle and cathedral.

Plan to stay in the stunning Punto Cana resort area, boasting turquoise waters, palm-tree fringed beaches and the chance to try your hand at numerous water sport activities.

Wondering what else there is to see and do? Discover the best food and drink, beaches and what to do on a visit to the beautiful Dominican Republic with our guide.

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Dominican Peso Currency Dominican Peso
Spanish Language Spanish
GMT-04:00 Time Zone GMT-04:00
9 hours Avg. Flight Time 9 hours
December-April Peak Travel December-April
£2.20 Price of a pint £2.20
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Food and drink in the Dominican Republic

Spanish and African influences come together to create the many delicious dishes you can enjoy in the Dominican Republic. Many of the meals feature produce grown locally, from rich ripe tomatoes to sweet and juicy papaya and mangoes.

 

Stews are a popular feature on menus in the country’s restaurants, look out for asopao de pollo which is a tasty chicken and rice stew...more

Beautiful beaches in the Dominican Republic

As you may expect, this Caribbean island boasts no end of stunning beaches to soak up the sun for a whole day. Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana is a favourite for locals and tourists alike. Swim or wade in the azure waters to cool off in the warm sunshine and soak up the views of the ocean and the palm tree-lined sand. If you’re staying in the Puerto Plata resort area, Playa...more

Things to do in the Dominican Republic

This incredible island has no end of fun activities to get involved with. Whether you prefer to relax during your getaways or seek out adventure, you won’t be bored. Plan to visit Santo Domingo, the capital of the island, to experience its rich history and culture for yourself. Here, you’ll find buildings dating back to the 1500s as well as many restaurants and cafes to...more