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Like most of Barahona's beaches, this one has pebbles rather than sand, and is popular with surfers, who come to enjoy the fast crashing waves.  On the other side of the beach is the Río Los Patos, where a wide natural pool attracts locals who come here to swim and spend a fun afternoon by the river and near the beach.  Los Patos beach is located directly along the coastal highway between Barahona and Pedernales.

Catalina Island, also known by local indigenous people as Ikiita Island.  It is located in the Caribbean Sea just a few kilometers southeast of the coast of the Dominican Republic and south of the province of La Romana and is part of the Parque Nacional del Este.  Like the Saona, Catalina Island is a dream place, many consider that this island has the most beautiful beaches in the world, virgin paradisiacal beaches of white sand and calm crystal clear waters ideal for water activities.  If you are a lover of the underwater world, Catalina Island is an ideal place to unleash this passion.  This beautiful island is located off the coast of La Romana and as you might expect, the prevailing landscape is simply incredible.  One of the most recommended activities is to practice snorkeling to learn more about the creatures that inhabit the Caribbean seabed and for the most daring, diving is also one of the most favorable activities....

Located in the southernmost part of Pedernales, this natural reserve is one of the most important in the Dominican Republic and is part of the first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the country.   The 1,295 square kilometers of the Jaragua National Park encompass diverse ecosystems, from the sea to the land, lagoons and islands, Taíno caves, the beautiful and unspoiled Bahía de Las Águilas and the isolated Beata and Alto Velo islands.  The flora and fauna of this area are equal in diversity.   The different species that can be seen in the Jaragua National Park range from manatees to turtles, hawksbill, leatherback, loggerhead and green marine that nest on its beaches.  At least 400 species of flora have been identified, including tropical forests, cacti, mangroves and wetlands where more than 130 species of birds live, ten of which are endemic.   You can see large flocks of American flamingos, whit...

Located in the heart of town, Playa Juan de Bolaños is conveniently located on the beachfront boulevard that offers views of the iconic El Morro cliff.  Residentss escape to this white sand beach and turquoise water during the week to watch the sun go down just before night falls. Weekends are busier, with families barbecuing and swimming along this picturesque stretch. A handful of hotels and restaurants are located across the beach and within walking distance.

Visit the impressive Socoa waterfall and relax in its natural spa located in the middle of nature Located just forty minutes by car from Santo Domingo, the Socoa waterfall is located on the route of the Los Haitises national park, within the municipality of Bayaguana, and is one of the most impressive natural landscapes in the region. It is a waterfall that culminates in a natural spa where many tourists come to admire it.   The beauty of the place lies not only in the impressive waterfall and natural pool, but in the environment of wild nature and tropical jungle that surrounds it. This jump is considered one of the areas with the greatest environmental resources in the Dominican Republic 

The Miches tourist pier, built with the aim of improving the attractions for the complementary offer in the eastern region of the country The work has a cost of more than 52 million pesos and will be used for the embarkation and disembarkation of boats and catamarans, which constitutes a proposal for the tourist development that this community required so much. E It’s worth traveling to locals for advice. For example, where you think it is most beautiful in your country. In the case of the Dominican Republic you often get the same answer  Miches is considered one of the most beautiful region of the “DR”, as the most original area with countless beaches, palm groves, jungles and waterfalls. Anyone who ends up in the tourist stronghold , like most vacationers, quickly understands this. Because the further east you go towards Miches, the more hilly and lush the country gets.

Going to the beach is an adventure and something very pleasant, but for the beaches to be in optimal condition, especially clean, we must all do our part, we tourists mainly, so what we can do to avoid the  Pollution of the beaches is to put into practice the following tips, which are measures to prevent pollution of the beaches and to keep them clean, put them into practice.  Some measures and solutions to prevent pollution on beaches:  Bring reusable cloth bags to collect your trash.  Separate organic from inorganic waste.  Do not throw plastic bags, plastic containers or cans near the beach.  Don't bury cigarette butts in the sand.  If you use sunscreen, put the trash in its place.  Don't break glass on the beach.  Remember the beaches are not public restrooms.  Neither is the sea.  Do not throw garbage in the sea.  Don't leave food waste in the sand.  Do not throw chemicals into the sea.  I...

The laguna de Oviedo is the largest lagoon in the Dominican Republic and has a level of salty water three times higher than the sea.  Its more than 10 kilometers in length are surrounded by dense mangroves and dotted by 24 keys where you can see white, royal and blue herons, western shorebirds, seagulls, roseate spoonbills, pelicans, parrots, and beautiful American flamingos.  Excursions of one to three hours to the Oviedo Lagoon can be booked through the information center of the Ministry of the Environment, located off the main road in Oviedo.  Due to the high temperatures, the best time to appreciate the wildlife in the lagoon is during the early hours of the morning The Oviedo lagoon is very famous for the groups of flamingos that visit it annually from various countries in the region.  This elongated 28 km2 lagoon also contains a series of islets or rocky cays where numerous birds nest and the rhinoceros iguana inhabits.  It even has...

Las Terrenas, one of the three municipalities in the Samaná province, is located on the northeast coast of the Dominican Republic.; Its name originates from the French "La Terrienne" which means "The Landlord." Among its attractions are the 18 kilometers of beach where you can enjoy a wide variety of water activities  Tourism in this municipality is constantly growing due to national and international investments that have led to the construction of several hotels, shopping centers, bars and restaurants.;The construction of the new Santo Domingo-Samaná highway and the El Catey International Airport (Presidente Juan Bosch) has improved access to this northeastern region and has also benefited the popularity of Las Terrenas with foreign and local visitors

Guibia used to be the place to be during the Trujillo era. There was a casino located next to the beach and it brought in all the rich and famous for some beach time and some fun. Later, for many years, this small beach and plaza were abandoned and forgotten. It was only used by surfers, daring local children looking to cool off and a dog or two.

The Salto de Aguas Blancas is a waterfall located about 20 kilometers from the town of Constanza, located 2,200 meters above sea level in the Valle Nuevo Scientific Reserve, in the eastern part of the Central Cordillera.  With its 83 meters of free fall and its average water temperature of 10 degrees Celsius, it is the only place in the West Indies that has alpine vegetation.  Aguas Blanca: an ecological paradise  It is a paradise where we can find 40 species of birds, 13 of them endemic to the Dominican Republic and a variety of mosses, flowers and epiphytic plants.  All these details make it a place to visit.  Its clear, limpid waters are extremely cold, which could cause hypothermia, so visitors are advised to be cautious.  You have several lodging options near Valle Nuevo and Creole restaurants just minutes from the waterfall.  Access to the Aguas Blancas waterfall is arranged, which facilitates the ascent to the top (600 me...

The Cathedral of Santo Domingo, better known as the First Cathedral of America, was declared in 1546 the first cathedral in the New World by Pope Paul III, at the request of Emperor Charles V. This beautiful minor basilica is dedicated to Saint Mary of the Incarnation  Its exterior shows a Gothic style with Renaissance ornaments dated between 1514 and 1546. The facade has three doors, the main one being the north door, Gothic like the rest of the facade, which communicates with the Colón park.  The south door or Geraldini's door, also Gothic, is known as the door of Forgiveness because, in the past, when the politically persecuted crossed it they were automatically forgiven.  The main door is in the Plateresque style and opens onto a small atrium that during Haitian times functioned as a market.  At the top of the facade you can see the coat of arms of Carlos V.  Walking inside you will discover great works of art placed all over the place, such as t...

Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, has stories to tell in every corner of its buildings and streets.  The rich history of this country and its cities has inspired countless stories, books, poems and songs, always full of mysticism and a sense of human warmth that, on the real plane, exists.  The people of this Caribbean island embrace, without using their arms, someone who is dedicated to exploring urban paths and natural parks, including Los Tres Ojos National Park.  Among all those stories that the inhabitants of the Dominican Republic tell proudly, is that of this destination, located in the eastern part of Santo Domingo, on the road that connects the capital with the fashionable paradise: Punta Cana.   This authentic natural miracle was discovered in 1916, by the intervention of North American explorers.  It is believed that it was a single underground lake, but that due to a telluric movement it separated into four;  Ther...

The Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración is a monument in the city of Santiago de los Caballeros in the Dominican Republic. It is the highest building in Santiago, and a major tourist attraction for the area. The monument is located on a hill in the middle of Santiago, with views of the city and surrounding mountains. It also has a surrounding park.  Santiagoo de los Caballeros is located on a hilly terrain in the middle of the Cibao Valley in the Central Region of the Dominican Republic, one of the most fertile lands found in the island. The Yaque del Norte River passes by Santiago which is in between the Cordillera Central and the Cordillera Septentrional, two of the three major mountain ranges on the island of Hispaniola, forming the Cibao Valley.

This carnival began as a religious activity to celebrate the triumph of good over evil and has recently morphed into a celebration of Dominican independence. It features haunting devil masks made of papier-mâche – intricate gargoyles painted in many different colours, with spiked horns and real cows’ teeth. The art of making these masks is a local tradition and the skills are passed down from generation to generation. This festival is also well-known for its music, food, drinks and for being a colorful and vibrant celebration.  More over this represent the dominican culture that was mixed up with the people who came from spain the taino culture and the african, this activity is celebrating on february .