The radiant Dominican Republic greets you with a sunny smile all year round. Colorful landscapes, clean beaches, the gentle Caribbean Sea, thousands of carved palm trees growing near the water, original simplicity and luxurious modernity - tourist brochures do not lie when describing a hidden corner of paradise. A fantastic cocktail of sparkling drive, enveloping bliss and dizzying emotions awaits everyone who decides to relax in the eastern part of the island Haiti.
Capital of the Dominican Republic
Over two million people live in Saint-Domingue, the capital of a friendly state. Guests are delighted with the combination of high-rise buildings, mysterious antiquity, and slender palm alleys. In some quarters of the city, founded in 1496, time seemed to stand still. You should definitely see the elegant colonial-style buildings and stunning monuments, stroll along the pedestrian street called El Conde, look into the Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor and the luxurious Alcazar de Colon Palace, and visit the house of Columbus - the first building of the capital.
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For lovers of a more dynamic pastime, the quiet historical center is unlikely to be suitable, but a one-time excursion into the heart of Saint-Domingue will not disappoint. Those thirsty for entertainment and colorful holidays can easily find them in the popular coastal resorts of Boca Chica, La Romana, Punta Cana, and Puerto Plata.
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Islands belonging to the Dominican Republic
The main territory is located directly on the island. Haiti. The fairy-tale state also includes many small islands, which are called pearls, thrown by nature itself into the water surface of the sea. When going to the Caribbean, it is advisable to plan an acquaintance with the wonderful islands of Beata, Cayo Levantado and Saona. If the promenade along San Domingo immerses you in history, then a holiday on the coast of these miniature paradise lands will bring a lot of pleasure to lovers of outdoor activities, fishing, diving and romance.
Saona
Saona Island is the largest of the islands belonging to the independent republic. In a small area of about 100 km², there are only three fishing villages; the rest of the land is uninhabited. The entire territory is a national continuous reserve. There are no entertainment centers or hotel complexes here, but the pristine beauty of these places leaves no one indifferent. People come here on excursions to escape the hustle and bustle, explore numerous ancient caves, wander through the shallow waters admiring the strange starfish, breathe in the aroma of mango forests, scuba dive, and taste the national dishes of the Dominicans.
Beata
Beata Island is separated from Haiti by the De la Beata Canal. The compact territory, remote from civilization (no more than 27 km²), has still retained its pristine charm. Just seven kilometers - and the traveler finds himself in a protected world. Just like on Saona, there are no carnival processions and a scattering of tourist centers here. Madame Beata, as Columbus called the island, is the patrimony of ecotourists, connoisseurs of purity and unusual landscapes. The origins of the island make permanent residence on it problematic. Tourists are attracted by decent diving, swimming in clear, gentle waves, and exploring relict caves.
Cayo Levantado
The island of Cayo Levantado is a tiny point on the globe, its area is only 1 km². I can’t even believe that such a tiny spot welcomes from January to March a huge number of guests who want to enjoy an unprecedented spectacle - the love games of giant humpback whales. At other times of the year, the friendly and cozy area of the province of Samana is extremely quiet, hidden in the lush greenery there is only one hotel and a few shops and bars offering visitors generous portions of the famous Bacardi. But before gastronomic nirvana, it is advisable to visit the crystal waterfall Limon, feel like a pioneer in the blooming mango groves, and enjoy spending time on the beach.
Visa regime in the Dominican Republic
For citizens of Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, the ringing sunny Dominican Republic is open without tedious procedures associated with obtaining a visa. An entry/exit stamp is placed at the border checkpoint, but if you want to stay for more than thirty days, then you just need to go to the nearest police station to extend your stay up to three months by paying a fee.
For citizens of Belarus who dream of getting to this Caribbean island, a visa is required. The cost is from 150 to 200 dollars, depending on the urgency. Registration, accordingly, ranges from 6 days to 2-3 weeks, so you need to take care of the documents in advance.
The unique atmosphere, shrouded in fun, romance, sunshine and sea freshness attracts numerous tourists. The beauty and sensuality of this place is more than suitable for organizing weddings and honeymoons. But not only lovers prefer the Dominican Republic - any traveler dreaming of an ideal vacation will spend it here.
