Dominican Republic Guide
Introduction to Dominican Republic
Occupying the eastern half of the island of Hispaniola, the Dominican Republic (or the DR, as it's often known) is a hugely popular destination, thanks to its parts that most resemble the image of a Caribbean playland: crystal-clear waters and sandy beaches lined with palm trees, of which the DR has plenty. This vision of leisurely days spent by the sea and romantic nights filled with merengue and dark rum is supported by what turns out to be the largest all-inclusive resort industry in the world.
Set on the most geographically diverse Caribbean island, the DR boasts virgin alpine wilderness, tropical rainforests, mangrove swamps, cultivated savannas, wide expanses of desert and everything in between. Within its relatively small confines – slightly smaller than the US states of New Hampshire and Vermont combined – the country provides staggering opportunities for eco-tourism and adventure travelling.