Dominican Republic

Perfect view of the Serenade Punta Cana, a newly-built all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana

Serenade Punta Cana – a comprehensive review of this newly built all-inclusive resort

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After its opening in 2020, Serenade Punta Cana has established itself as an affordable resort option in Punta Cana with good food, a low-key vibe and modern rooms. It is perfectly suitable for adults, groups, singles and families alike, even though it might be a bit too quiet for singles, whereas families will love the […]

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The water park Sirenis Aquagames at Grand SIrenis Resort Punta Cana

Grand Sirenis Punta Cana – a comprehensive guide for this family all-inclusive resort

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Grand Sirenis Punta Cana Resort is an all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana that is particularly famous for its on-site waterpark – one of the largest in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean. But there is so much more why Grand Sirenis is worth a closer look. The hotel got fully renovated in 2018 and awaits

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The beautiful Los Haitises national park, the most popular national park in the Dominican Republic

Los Haitises National Park – a wonderful excursion or road-trip from Punta Cana (incl. Map)

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Los Haitises National Park is one of the most popular national parks in the Dominican Republic and thanks so its sheer size also one of the most diversified. With its dozens of islands, rolling hills, ancient caves and endless bays it offers a habitat for countless species, making it the most important area for flora

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Santo Domingo at night

Airport transfers Santo Domingo – how to get to the City and to Punta Cana

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While Punta Cana is the biggest airport in the Dominican Republic, it sometimes might be considerably cheaper to fly into the capital airport, Santo Domingo. When you are visiting the city, it is the best option anyway, but also if you are going for a holiday to Punta Cana or Bayahibe and need a transfer,

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The gorgeous and beautiful beach section of Catalonia Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana

Catalonia Royal Bavaro – a comprehensive review for this Punta Cana adults-only all-inclusive resort

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Catalonia Royal Bavaro is a pretty unique and different adults-only hotel in Punta Cana, which is a little bit different than most all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic. That’s why it is worth reading this extensive Catalonia Royal Bavaro hotel review with all details about this hotel in Punta Cana. You are wondering what makes

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View from our balcony at RIU Palace Punta Cana all-inclusive resort

Riu Palace Punta Cana – a comprehensive review for this Punta Cana all-inclusive resort

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 Riu Palace Punta Cana is an upscale all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana for families, couples and groups. The most unique features of Riu Palace Punta Cana are the beautiful beachfront location, unlimited reservation-free à-la-carte dining, a cool water park and free access to further Riu Hotels in Punta Cana. However, there are many other aspects

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The historic streets of the Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo

13 reasons why you should visit the Zona Colonial of Santo Domingo

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Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic and just a bit more than two and a half hours away from Punta Cana. While the city itself is a chaotic, loud and gigantic Latin American metropolis with very few attractions, it features a special district that is the complete opposite: the “Zona Colonial”. The

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The historic streets of the Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo

25+ exciting things-to-do in Santo Domingo (and 5 NOT to do)

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Santo Domingo is the vibrant capital of the Dominican Republic with so many multifaceted things-to-do. Culture, nature, nightlife, local experiences, unique adventures – Santo Domingo has it all. However, the city also can be overwhelming with its 3 million inhabitants and omnipresent traffic jam. That’s why a list of the best things-to-do in Santo Domingo

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Museo de las Casas Reales, one of the most beautiful buildings in the Zona Colonial

How to get from Santo Domingo to Punta Cana: bus, Taxi, Transfer, Shuttle or rental car?

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 There are a lot of reasons to get from Santo Domingo to Punta Cana or vice versa. Maybe you are arriving at Santo Domingo Airport and need to get to your all-inclusive or you are staying in Punta Cana and would like to do a day-trip to the capital of the Dominican Republic. You might

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