In 2010, more than 4 million tourists and vacationers visited the Dominican Republic, most of whom (54%) came from the United States and Canada. Although it may seem like an impressive number of visitors, it pales in comparison to other island locations around the world. The reason, quite possibly, is that in the field of advertising, people simply do not hear about it. So for the uninitiated, below is a list of 20 reasons to stay in the Dominican Republic.
1. Weather!
Because it is located in the Caribbean, the climate of the Dominican Republic is mostly tropical. In summer, the temperature reaches a maximum of around 32 ° C (90 ° F), and the average daily temperature is 25.8 ° C (78 ° F) with approximately 6.3 hours of sunshine each day.
2. It has Great Beaches!
The Dominican Republic has nearly 1,000 miles of coastline at its northern, eastern and southern borders, a third of which consists of some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Most of these beaches are pristine oases of brilliant white sand due to the high content of corals and shells, leveled by high shaded palm trees and shifted by crystal clear waters. Not only do beaches look beautiful and are great places to relax, the water temperature is also 28-30 degrees Celsius for almost a year, which makes swimming an additional pleasure.
3. The hotel has excellent hotels and resorts!
In addition to a wide range of fantastic hotels, the Dominican Republic is the undisputed leader of the Caribbean for all-inclusive resorts, with more than two dozen complex objects from budget to luxury at the moment. These resorts are located in breathtaking locations and offer world-class facilities, including golf resorts, resorts, weddings and water sports.
4. Food is awesome!
The Dominican Republic has an excellent reputation for its varied and tasty food. The local cuisine is unique and tasty, and the Dominican culture loves to eat. Vacationers will find plenty of places to eat, ranging from luxurious restaurants with exquisite menus to box office street cafes, all of which offer a delicious assortment of dishes, including Oriental, Mexican, Mediterranean, Italian and, of course, Creole cuisine. You certainly will not starve!
5. This is a great place to bring kids!
Along the great weather, great beaches, great assortment and amazing cuisine, the Dominican Republic offers a wide range of entertainment for children. In addition to a wide range of water sports, including surfing, kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing, diving and sailing, there are opportunities for horse riding, karting and mountain biking. In addition to this, the Trampoline Museum, the Children's Library, the National Aquarium, the National Zoo, the National Botanical Garden, Waterslide Park and the Children's Park Las Cankinias will undoubtedly entertain young children,
6. This is a fantastic place to get married!
Given its weather and exciting location, the Dominican Republic is a great place to get married. Many resorts offer full wedding packages and special coordinators who take responsibility for organizing the wedding for you. The Dominican Republic, of course, is a great place for a honeymoon and just think about what these wedding photos will look like, especially against the backdrop of a clean white beach!
7. This is a great place to stay for a round of golf!
If you love golf, you will enjoy playing golf in the Dominican Republic, as it has 28 world-class courses designed by game legends such as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Place, Nick Faldo, Nick Price and Greg Norman. Nine golf courses in the country are included in the 2010 Golfweek Magazine list of the top 50 courses in the Caribbean and Latin America. Not least because the spectacular coastlines, lush green fairways and magnificent untouched nature make these courses an absolute joy.
8. There is no better place for eco-adventure!
The Dominican Republic has at least nine separate ecological zones. This natural diversity allows you to enjoy an extraordinarily diverse eco-adventure on one beautiful island. Containing the highest and lowest points above and below sea level in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic entertains virtually all types of nature. From lush tropical rainforests to arid deserts, each area offers a wide range of very different activities. Places like Jarabacoa and Constanta provide opportunities for mountaineering, hiking, horseback riding and rafting, while Pedernales, Bakhoruko, Bani, Azua and Barahona will discover untouched beaches, geological formations, lagoons, deserts and dunes. In Cabarete and Samana on the northeast coast near Puerto Plata, you can experience deep diving, windsurfing, kite boarding, jeep safaris, waterfalls and even humpback whales. While all around the island you can hit more than 5,000 different plant species, 254 bird species and 1,411 reptile species, many of which are endangered or simply cannot be found anywhere in the world. If eco-adventure tourism is your bag, then the Dominican Republic is definitely for you.
9. You will love water sports!
Surrounded by warm waters and breathtaking views, the Dominican Republic is a mecca for water sports. Attracting regattas from around the world, such as the Rolex Farr 40 World Cup in April 2010 and the World Sailing Championships at the Casa de Campo marina, the sailing ship is very popular. In addition to participating in the World Cup in windsurfing, Cabarete Beach is also revered as the capital of the world kiteboarding world. because its perfect combination of beaches, winds and waves creates optimal conditions for sports. Surfing is, of course, extremely popular, and on the north coast from Puerto Plata to Playa Grande and Rio San Juan there are 16 fantastic surfing sites, with classic or standard waves that reach more than 4 meters from December to March . Diving is also a major attraction and with 1000 miles of coastline, inhabited by coral reefs, caves, shipwrecks and brilliantly covered fish and fauna. The Dominican Republic is also known as one of the best places for snorkeling or scuba diving in the entire Caribbean. If you like water sports, whether watching or participating, the Dominican Republic is somewhere where you just need to visit.
10. It has world class fishing!
The Dominican Republic is a world class place for fishing. For many years, it has been a legendary place for fishermen and has held several international fishing tournaments, such as the Blue Marlin fishing tournament at Cabeza de Toro, the ESPN Billfish Xtreme tournament at Punta Cana Resort & Club and the new international billiard exit in Cap Cana Marina, the largest marina in the Caribbean. If you like to fish, then the Dominican Republic is where it is!
11. National parks are incredible!
The Dominican Republic has a beautiful topography; so more than 25 percent of the country's territory was protected in the form of national parks, reserves and marine reserves. These beautiful ecosystems are protected areas within the conservation plan, which has 83 different areas, including 19 national parks, 15 nature reserves, six science reserves, 32 nature monuments, 2 marine reserves and 9 protected island areas with panoramic views. Providing impressive impressions of pristine landscapes and moments of peace and solitude, the national parks of the Dominican Republic include everything from green mountains with pine and pine forests to pristine white sand beaches and arid desert lands. If you love getting alone with nature, then the Dominican Republic is the place to go.
12. Nightlife is great!
If you like parties, the Dominican Republic will not disappoint, as most bars and cafes across the country are open and serve alcohol until midnight on Sunday until Thursday and 2 am on Fridays, Saturdays and public holidays.
While most resorts offer various musicals, shows, discos and performances every night, if you really want to go to that place, go to Santo Domingo! The capital of the Dominican Republic is the center of nightlife in the country. He enjoys perhaps the biggest entertainment in the Caribbean, with a wide range of trendy and ongoing bars, discos, casinos and restaurants, and some of them are touted by some of them as Caribbean New York.
13. Spa is a whiff!
There are many world-class resorts in the Dominican Republic. Many of them are located in the luxury all-inclusive hotel. resorts that offer the most modern and modern procedures, including some that use traditional Dominican herbs and minerals. Located in a magnificent setting, with the subtle sounds of relaxing music, the ocean or waterfalls, to soothe your ears and the sweet aroma of natural oils to torment your nose, these resorts provide the perfect place to pamper your body and free your mind. Many resorts also provide a wide range of cosmetic procedures, hairdressing services; cosmetics, hair removal, manicure and pedicure. So there is everything you need to completely relax!
14. The place of works of history and culture!
Santa Domingo is usually considered the first city in North and South America, the place where the New World began. As a result, Santo Domingo has an impressive display of historical monuments, which are as fascinating as their enrichment. The most famous of which the "Colonial City" was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1992. The city has also recently been confirmed as the American capital of culture for 2010. To celebrate this holiday, the Dominican Republic Ministry of Culture is scheduled to hold more than 600 events throughout the year, including the Second National Theater Festival and the International Book Fair, as well as various exhibitions, festivals and inaugurations of the new National Library and the long-awaited Dominican Museum Man.
15. You can shop until you fall!
If you like to shop, the Dominican Republic is a place where there are many great places for a demanding shopaholic to fix them!
In most tourist areas, as well as in major cities, you will find high-quality open-air markets and major well-known shopping centers. But if you really want to shop in this place, this is Santo Domingo, where the range of shops, boutiques and department stores is simply superb. Selling everything from the latest fashion, leather goods, handbags, cosmetics, jewelry and footwear to books, electronic games, spirits, cigars, equipment for water sports and art, you will find an infinite number of fantastic products that fit any budget and taste.
As a rule, shops in Santo Domingo tend to stay open from 9:00 to 19:00 from Monday to Saturday and from 9:00 to 18:00 on Sunday, so there is plenty of time to browse even between lying on the beach.
16. Lack of language barriers!
If you can not speak Spanish, do not worry! Although it is the official language of the Dominican Republic, many employees of tourist and hotel destinations throughout the country speak English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Russian. Therefore, you should not have problems finding someone you can communicate with. This, as a general court, is always worth studying a few basic Spanish phrases. You still visit a country that does not speak your native language as your first language.
17. You can log in anywhere!
Internet cafes can be found in most tourist spots in the Dominican Republic. In addition, almost all the larger resorts and hotels offer on-site Internet access, and most of them offer DSL high-speed Internet connection for laptops in your room. Therefore, even if you find yourself in Paradise, it will not be difficult for you to constantly follow the news, events and scores from the outside world.
18. Drinking age - 18 years!
And the legal age for drinking and gambling in the Dominican Republic is 18, therefore, although you may not be old enough to drink in the US, you can legally do so in the Dominican Republic.
19. It is close to other islands of the Caribbean!
The Dominican Republic, located in the heart of the Caribbean, is a fantastic place to use as a base for other destinations in the region. Nearby Haiti, as well as the Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos in the north, Cuba and Jamaica in the west, Puerto Rico and the West Indies to the east, in just a few short hours you can visit any other destination in the whole Caribbean. Imagine what a holiday it was.
20. You do not need any special vaccinations.
To go to the Dominican Republic, you do not need any vaccines beyond those normally required for Europe and North America. Infact you can go on vacation now!
