Dominican Republic Journey

The Dominican Republic is a colorful tapestry of Spanish, French, Haitian, and African influences woven by a rich and storied history. The Dominican Republic covers the eastern two-thirds of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola.  The capital city is Santo Domingo, located on the south coast of the island. Spanish is the official language.  Though English is widely spoken in major cities and tourist areas, it is much less common outside these areas.

Christopher Columbus described this lush land as “a beautiful island paradise with high forested mountains and large river valleys”. This statement is still as true today as it was in 1492. In addition to the comforts of sun, sea, and sand, the Dominican Republic offers an exciting and unique cultural experience that will captivate your senses.

This is a destination like no other - a sensual feast of dazzling landscapes, exotic cuisine, and a remarkable variety of arts and entertainment options. The pulse-pounding thrill of the merengue and bachata, intriguing relics from centuries past, premium cigars, and even world-class baseball await you.

The Dominican Republic is a surprising place that will delight even the most experienced traveler.

Geography

Area:  48,442 sq. km. (18,704 sq. mi.), about the size of Vermont and New Hampshire combined.

Capital: Santo Domingo (pop. 2.25 million)

Terrain: Mountainous.

Climate: Maritime semitropical, with an average yearly temperature of 80 F

Currency:  Dominican peso. International currency accepted.

Ethnic Groups: European - 16%, African origin - 11%, Mixed - 73%

Government Type: Representative Democracy

Independence: February 27, 1844 (from Haiti)

Language: Spanish

Phone Code: International access code-809 & 829

Credit Cards: All major credit cards are accepted. Visa, Master Cards, AMEX

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