Caribbean Cruise Destinations: Dominican Republic

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La Romana: The Dominican Republic's Cruise Stop

Cruise ships coming into the Dominican Republic waters generally tie up off of La Romana on the Southern coast of the country. Passengers are taken ashore in tenders from the ship.

Tours range from local visits to La Romana and the Altos de Chavon Artist's Village to an 8 hour tour into Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republics capital city, and the oldest European settled city in the Americas. Check out other highlights in the Featured Excursions list below.

Harbor At La Romana, Dominican Republic

Featured Shore Excursions 

The Dominican Republic has many shore excursions that will keep you entertained and busy. Like all destinations you can only choose one or two within the time you have available.

Remember that you can always see the rest on your NEXT cruise to the Dominican Republic. I am listing a few of the shore excursions listed by Carnival cruise lines below. The full list of nineteen excursions can be found HERE.

If you go to the Carnival Cruise Lines site above, you will be able to click on links for each excursion which will give detailed descriptions of each excursion.
  • Catalina Island Beach Break 4.5 Hours Enjoy a relaxing morning at beautiful Catalina beach on this ideal family excursion. A beautiful stretch of white sand beach where you can soak up the sun, walk along the shore, go for a swim or relax under a shady palm.
  • Certified Two-Tank Dive 3.5 Hours This tour is a fantastic way to explore the underwater beauty of the Dominican Republic. Dive "The Wall", a 40 to 90 foot dive with stunning coral formations and a large aquatic population. Reposition around to the other side of Catalina Island after your first dive.
  • Evening Paddle Wheeler Cruise on the Chavon River 2.25 Hours Spend an enchanting evening on the Chavon River aboard a paddle wheeler river boat.
    Cruise the river that was chosen by Oliver Stone as the perfect setting for his film, Apocalypse Now.
  • Santo Domingo City Tour with Lunch 8 Hours Explore the sights and sounds of Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic. Experience the city's delightful balance between 500 year old colonial buildings and modern architecture. Lunch is included. Comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen are recommended. Be advised that your shoulders and legs must be covered to enter the Cathedral (shorts and tank tops are not permitted).
  • Speed Boat to Saona Island 3 Hours Get ready for a thrilling speed boat ride along the Dominican coast Feel the exhilaration as you zip along the coastline. Admire the scenic views and crystal clear water. Enjoy a stop at Saona Island's peaceful Palmilla Beach. Have a refreshing swim in the calm waters and a complimentary drink.

  • Taino Indian Cave & Cigar Factory 4 Hours Discover the mystique of the Taino Indians and learn why Dominican cigars are considered among the best in the world on this combination tour.

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Some Details On The Dominican Republic 

The Dominican Republic (, ) is a nation on the island of Hispaniola, part of the Greater Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean region. The western third of the island is occupied by the nation of Haiti, making Hispaniola one of two Caribbean islands that are occupied by two countries. Both by area and population, the Dominican Republic is the second largest Caribbean nation (after Cuba), with 48,442 km² and an estimated 10 million people. Context: Estimaciones; Población en Tiempo Real

Inhabited by Taínos since the seventh century, the territory of the Dominican Republic was reached by Christopher Columbus in 1492 and became the site of the first permanent European settlement in the Americas, namely Santo Domingo, the country's capital and Spain's first capital in the New World. In Santo Domingo stand, among other firsts in the Americas, the first university, cathedral, and castle, the latter two in the Ciudad Colonial area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

After three centuries of Spanish rule, with French and Haitian interludes, the country became independent in 1821 but was quickly taken over by Haiti. It regained independence in 1844, but mostly suffered political turmoil and tyranny, and as well a brief return to Spanish rule, over the next 72 years. United States occupation 1916?24 and a subsequent, calm six-year period under Horacio Vásquez Lajara were followed by the military dictatorship of Rafael Leonidas Trujillo Molina to 1961. The last civil war, in 1965, was ended by U.S. intervention, and was followed by the authoritarian rule of Joaquin Balaguer, to 1978. Since 1978, the Dominican Republic has moved toward representative democracy, led by Leonel Fernández most of the period since 1996.

The Dominican Republic has also adopted a liberal economic model, which has made it perhaps the largest economy in the region. Though long known for sugar production, the economy is now dominated by services. The country's economic progress is exemplified by its advanced telecommunication system. Nevertheless, unemployment, government corruption, income maldistribution, and inconsistent electric service remain major Dominican problems.

International migration greatly affects the country, as it both receives and sends large flows of migrants. Haitian immigration and the integration of Dominicans of Haitian descent are major issues; the total population of Haitian origin is estimated to be 800,000. A large Dominican diaspora exists, most of it in the United States, where it comprises 1.2 million. They aid national development as they send billions of dollars to their families, accounting for one-tenth of the Dominican GDP.

The Dominican Republic has become the Caribbean's largest tourist destination; the country's year-round golf courses are among the top attractions. In this mountainous country is located the Caribbean's highest mountain, Pico Duarte, as is Lake Enriquillo, the Caribbean's largest lake. Quisqueya, as Dominicans often call their country, has a mild average temperature (26 °C) and is outstanding for its great biological diversity.

Music and sport are of the highest importance in Dominican culture, with merengue as the national dance and song and baseball the favorite sport.

Palacio Nacional (National Palace) Dominican Republic In Santo Domingo

Current Weather In The Dominican Republic 

Current weather conditions in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

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21°C (Feels like 21°C)

Last update: 12/18/09 5:00 AM Local Time

Humidity: 88%
Visibility: 10.0 km
Dew Point: 19°C
UV Index: 0 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
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La Romana, Dominican Republic 

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Other Sources Of Information On The Dominican Republic 

Lonely Planet Dominican Republic (Country Guide)

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