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The Dominican Republic is one of the most diverse Caribbean islands with a landscape encompassing tropical rainforests, alpine ranges, mangrove swamps, and desert expanses. The varied topography offers endless opportunities for adventure travel and eco-tourism options, from mountain-biking and trekking to several types of water sports. Then there are the palm-fringed beaches for those who simply wish to let go, relax, and bask in the glories of nature.
Villa rentals in Dominican Republic make the ideal accommodation option for travellers because of their proximity to beaches and attractions. Those staying in Dominican Republic villa rentals have the chance to be in close proximity to historic sites, restaurants serving delicious Caribbean cuisine, and exciting nightlife venues. These villa rentals provide guests an alternative to hotels, in addition to lovely backyard panoramas.
The resort offers several activities including horseback riding, shooting, tennis scuba-diving, riverboat fishing, and golf. In fact the ‘Teeth of the Dog’ golf course has received numerous international accolades.
The sport is a national obsession. The domestic season is from October until late January.
Columbus Lighthouse: The monument to Christopher Columbus doubles as a world museum. The explorer's remains are kept here under a grand sarcophagus.
The city of La Vega comes alive each February with the annual carnival, which is famous as the most colourful and raucous in the country. More than 100,000 people cram the streets over the last weekend of the month.
The large salt-water lake near the Haitian border is home to countless flocks of tropical birds and crocodiles.
Close to Puerto Plata, Mount Isabela de Torres provides exceptional views of the ocean and surrounding landscape.
Museo del Hombre Dominicano: Considered to be Santo Domingo's best museum, it provides a fascinating insight to the country's anthropology, with a focus on sculptures and artefacts relating to the Tainos, the island's original inhabitants.
Zona Colonial in capital Santo Domingo, boasts some of the most important buildings in the Americas, including the building that Columbus' son called home and the cathedral built to proselytise the region.
The choice of nightlife activities is vast. From discos and casinos to festivals, folk music and dancing, you’ll find something that captures your imagination. Popular dance styles include bachata (guitar-based genre), son (a slow-dance imported from Cuba), and salsa. The Malecón, Santo Domingo's long waterside boulevard, is also known for its nightlife.
Native Dominican food is a delicious combination of Spanish influences and local produce. There is plenty of fresh fish and seafood. Local specialities include La bandera (comprising white rice, red beans, stewed meat, salad and fried plantain), Chicharrones (crisp pork rind), Chicharrones de pollo (small pieces of fried chicken) and Sopa criolla dominicana (native soup of meat and vegetables). In case of drinks, locally produced beer and rums are cheaper than imported alcohol which tends to be expensive.

