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The Dominican Republic is not only about Punta Cana – there is so much more to explore in the country. Take a car or a driver for a road-trip and explore the beauty of this fascinating Caribbean country. You won’t regret it!
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! I am explaining to you all the ways of how you can get from Punta Cana Airport to La Romana and Bayahibe (and also the best options from Santo Domingo), […]
The whale watching season 2026 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 Chica or elsewhere in the Dominican Republic, I have compiled this guide with all the
Whale Watching Punta Cana & Samaná 2026: Best Tours & Prices + My Experiences Read More »
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. You can even use public transport if you factor in some additional time. The Samaná
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 perfect road trip for you, as it combines a couple of days at the most
Punta Cana itinerary for an easy 1-week road-trip – beaches, culture and mountains Read More »
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, seaweed-free beaches and fewer tourists than in Punta Cana. If you’re looking for an all-inclusive
The 10 best Bayahibe resorts – the low-key all-inclusive alternative to Punta Cana Read More »
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 should you consider Bayahibe vs. Punta Cana? There are a couple of interesting things to
Bayahibe Travel Guide – the best beaches, excursions, tours and resorts in Bayahibe Read More »
Miches is a trendy new destination north of Punta Cana which offers a lot of new potentials – but is much more difficult to reach for travelers. However, this comes with the added value that most places here are still virgin, incl. one of the most pristine beaches in the Dominican Republic just around the
Miches Travel Guide – the best beaches, excursions, tours and resorts in Miches Read More »
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 country when talking about waterfalls. But are there waterfalls in Punta Cana as well? Most
All waterfalls reachable from Punta Cana in under 3 hours (incl. map) Read More »
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 are some good options if you know where to search. Besides investigating what is the
How to get from Santo Domingo and Punta Cana to Barahona – everything you need to know Read More »
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 it receives many visitors. Therefore, it’s important to know the best excursions and insider tips