Taste the Paradise in the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic’s “Taste the Paradise” campaign shows that the Dominican “flavor” goes beyond its incredible cuisine. It is a mix of the warmth and hospitality of its people, the richness of its culture and the diversity of its landscapes. Click the tabs to learn more and to see why the Dominican Republic has solidified its status as one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the Caribbean, welcoming a record-breaking
10 million visitors in 2023.
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Exquisite Flavors
One of the great attractions of Dominican tourism is undoubtedly its gastronomy, which highlights the diversity of flavors and products this beautiful country has to offer. The exquisite cuisine combines the cultures of the Tainos, Africans and Spaniards, as well as others who arrived throughout their history. As a result, Dominican food is similar to that of other Caribbean countries; however, it has impactful variations that enrich its cuisine.
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One of the most iconic dishes, this stew combines seven different meats with vegetables to form a most succulent compound.
Sancocho
A popular and delicious dish based on fried green plantains mashed with a pestle and mortar, then mixed with garlic, olive oil and pork rinds.
Mofongo
The combination of simple but delicious seasonings and the freshness as it goes from the sea to your plate will make your tastebuds dance with joy.
Fried Fish
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Naturally Gifted
The DR’s natural wonders should feature highly on your client’s vacation to-do list. Here they’ll find freshwater pools flanked by lush forests, adrenaline-packed hiking adventures to numerous waterfalls, desert-like regions teeming with exotic reptiles and rapids-filled rivers perfect for rafting.
Located in the northeast of the Dominican Republic, this area is well-known for its luscious jungle and incredible spots for whale-watching.
Samaná Peninsula
Your clients can’t miss visiting the spectacular Cabarete Caves, a complex system of caves where they can swim, explore and enjoy multiple waterfalls.
Puerto Plata
Known as the “Switzerland of the Caribbean,” this mountainous hiker’s haven is bordered by four national parks and the Ebano Verde Scientific Reserve.
Constanza
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Stunning Beaches
White-sand beaches that run into the horizon, punctuated with slim coconut trees reaching for the skies: it’s what the Dominican Republic is best known for. Your clients will keep busy finding their favorite plot of sand along 1,000 miles of coastline. Over 200 beaches — many of which remain uncrowded and undeveloped — line the Caribbean and the Atlantic coastlines, ranging from a brilliant white to a handful of black sand.
Punta Cana’s world-renowned 30-mile stretch of sand is where the area’s tourism got its jumpstart back in 1978.
Playa Punta Cana
Northeast of Puerto Plata city, this wide golden beach is a favorite with surfers and photographers.
Playa Grande
Reachable by boat, its fine white sand sits at the foot of a 300-foot rocky cliff on a shoreline dotted with bright green coconut trees.
Playa Frontón
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Feel the Rhythm
Music and dancing are an integral part of everyday life in the DR. Whether your clients visit Santo Domingo, the hub of nightlife and live performances, or a small village in the center of the country, Dominican beats will echo from corner stores to local clubs, while people dance indoors or even outdoors in parks and public spaces.
Experience folkloric music every Friday and Saturday night in Santo Domingo on Plaza de España, or dance the night away to a live merengue band on Sundays by the ruins of San Francisco.
Santo Domingo
Punta Cana’s glitzy nightclubs and marinas are internationally popular, pumping house music and offering sophisticated wine bars.
Punta Cana
Bar-hop in Santiago’s downtown, or discover the “drink” lounges of Puerto Plata, where merengue and bachata dominate.
Santiago
