Beyond Punta Cana

The whale watching season 2024 in the Dominican Republic is approaching, hence it is time to plan this unique excursion for your vacation. To find the best whale watching tour from Punta Cana, Samaná, Santo Domingo, Bayahibe, Puerto Plata, Boca…

The Dominican Republic has an abundance of waterfalls of all kinds. Crystal-clear water, turquoise rivers, giant drops, dozens of cascades in a row and falls submerging in caves are just a few of the characteristics you can find in the…

 Getting from Punta Cana to Barahona is not what most people do when coming to the Dominican Republic, but it might be necessary if you want to travel to the Southwest of the country. It is pretty far, but there…

El Limón Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Dominican Republic and therefore also one of the most popular ones. Furthermore, it is reachable from Punta Cana, Santo Domingo and the Samaná peninsula itself, which is why…

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…

Bayahibe is the (very) small counterpart of Punta Cana: a few all-inclusive resorts, turquoise waters and a small fishing village. When visiting Bayahibe, one could imagine how Punta Cana was 30 years ago – peace, relaxation and tranquility. But why…

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…

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…

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…

If you’re looking to get from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo, this is the article you need to read. We explain all the different options for getting from Punta Canas’ resorts or the International Airport to Santo Domingo, either to…

The Samaná peninsula in the Dominican Republic is the perfect region for individual travelers. An amazing scenery, lush vegetation, gentle hills, endless coconut palm trees, only a few all-inclusive hotels and usually deserted beaches are just some of the features…

Punta Cana has many possible attractions and popular places, but there is one which has become known only a couple of years ago and is still under the radar for most visitors: Montaña Redonda in Miches. Just imagine you are…

Do you want to know one of the biggest hidden gems in Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic and maybe the whole Caribbean? Can you imagine that there is the highest waterfall in the entire Caribbean not too far away from…

Islands are always worth an excursion, especially if they are home to beaches, turquoise water and shallow reefs. That is also why Isla Catalina is a popular destination in the Dominican Republic, as it offers unspoiled nature, beautiful views and…

One can only talk about places that one has visited personally – and that’s why this list of the most spectacular and best beaches in the Dominican Republic is one of the few genuine ones you’ll find on the internet….

Bayahibe can be considered the little sister of Punta Cana, but it is neither less attractive, nor are its all-inclusive resorts. Quite the contrary, Bayahibe is a very interesting tourist destination, particularly for those who are looking for crystal-clear water,…

Rum is one of the most favorite spirits worldwide and the Dominican Republic is one of the leading rum producers in the Caribbean. While you can get rum in every all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana and beyond, it is usually…

Bahía de las Águilas resembles a remote paradise that is hard to find elsewhere in the Caribbean and is known as one of the most spectacular beaches in the Dominican Republic. Forget Punta Cana, forget Samaná – Bahía de las…

Planning a holiday in La Romana or Bayahibe and not knowing how to get from the airport to your resort? This article gets you covered! We are explaining to you all the ways of how you can get from Punta…

 Punta Cana is not only about staying in resorts, but it is also about exploring the incredible nature and cultural heritage the Dominican Republic has to offer. There are plenty of day trips from Punta Cana which show you the…

 It’s road trip time! This Samaná itinerary will give you an idea of how to travel in the Dominican Republic to the Samaná peninsula from Punta Cana – either with a rental car, by taxi or with a private driver….

Are you flying to Punta Cana and would like to see more than just an all-inclusive resort, but don’t want to miss out on the fantastic beaches Punta Cana has to offer? Then this Punta Cana 1-week itinerary is the…

When you are traveling to the Dominican Republic, there is much more to explore than just beaches and all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana. If you want to explore the authentic regions of the country, a Dominican Republic itinerary for 1…

 Can you imagine there are over 5000 (!) Airbnbs in Santo Domingo? This list with a hand-picked selection of exceptional, spectacular and unique places helps you to find the most suitable option for you as it is otherwise impossible to…