DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, “THE ISLE OF MERENGUE”
BY CLAY LARROY
BY CLAY LARROY
Traveling can be an
important part of your life, whether for business or for pleasure. Take time
each day to alleviate stress while traveling
or vacationing and you will thank yourself for it when you get back home. With
all the chaos, jet-lag, partying and other excitement of travel comes a whole
lot of stress on your mind and body. By the time most vacations are over,
another one is needed to recover so taking a few minutes each day to rejuvenate
will make it easier for you to resume your normal life when it's all over. When you want to
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The Dominican Republic is the Caribbean's most geographically diverse country, showcasing everything from tropical rainforests and alpine ranges to mangrove swamps and desert expanses. These natural gifts offer superb adventure travel and eco-tourism options, catering for mountain-bikers, trekkers, watersport fanatics among other outdoor enthusiasts.
A heady blend of Caribbean rhythms, American influences and European ancestry, today's Dominican Republic is as much defined by its booming music and a passion for all things baseball as by its time-faded colonial heritage. But while many overseas visitors are drawn by the all-inclusive resorts peppering the north and east coasts, to consider the Dominican Republic as just another palm-fringed beach bolthole is to sell it short.
Capital Santo Domingo's Zona Colonial is rich in remarkable architecture, and makes the most natural starting point for cultural visitors, particularly those who like their music loud: throughout the country, fast-step merengue and guitar-based bachata blare from storefronts and taxis.
Capital Santo Domingo's Zona Colonial is rich in remarkable architecture, and makes the most natural starting point for cultural visitors, particularly those who like their music loud: throughout the country, fast-step merengue and guitar-based bachata blare from storefronts and taxis.
Where to stay in Dominican Republic
Hotels
There is a good selection of hotels in the Dominican Republic. The county boasts the largest room supply in the entire region, much of it focused on the southeast coast, noted for its modern hotels and beautiful beaches. The resort of Cap Cana, is one of the largest in the Caribbean, with 10,000 new holiday properties. In the capital, the hotel choice ranges from plush to basic to shabby.
Note: At resort hotels winter prices are higher and, in summer, prices drop by up to 10%. Hotels outside Santo Domingo and La Romana are considerably less expensive, whatever the season. A service charge of 10% and a 12% sales tax will be added to all bills.
Grading: There is a 5-star grading system, but visitors should note that the highest grade is not always as strong in standard as is usual in the Caribbean.
Note: At resort hotels winter prices are higher and, in summer, prices drop by up to 10%. Hotels outside Santo Domingo and La Romana are considerably less expensive, whatever the season. A service charge of 10% and a 12% sales tax will be added to all bills.
Grading: There is a 5-star grading system, but visitors should note that the highest grade is not always as strong in standard as is usual in the Caribbean.
Bed And Breakfast
Bed and breakfast hotels and guesthouses can be found in the main tourist areas, including Santo Domingo, Playa Dorada and Puerto Plata.
Camping Caravaning
There are few official sites. Camping is possible in rural areas with permission from the landowner. National parks are also available for camping with the permission of the National Parks Office.
REFERENCE SITES
http://www.travelresearchonline.com/
The culture of the Dominican Republic definitely influenced me.
We enjoy music in this crazy way; we celebrate absolutely everything.
Natti Natasha
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