Dominican Republic Travel

Clear skies, warm weather and world class golf courses; the Dominican Republic truly is a golfer's paradise. How many other golf destinations offer as many world-class golf courses with ocean vistas and where you can breathe the refreshing ocean breeze while teeing off from some of the best courses in the Caribbean? The answer: not too many. This is why the Dominican Republic is regarded as a premiere Caribbean golf destination.

Notable Dominican Republic Golf Courses

• Cocotal Golf Course and Country Club, Punta Cana (809.221.1290) - Designed by legendary Jose "Pepe" Ganced using the natural terrain and carefully places bunkers and trees for a challenging experience. Reservations are taken 24 hours in advance.


• Teeth of the Dog, La Romana (809.523.8115) - Once ranked as the 34th best course in the world and the best course in the Caribbean, this par 72 course attracts visitors, both pro and amateur, from around the world.


• Dye Force, La Romana (809.532.8115) - Designed by Pete Dye, this spectacular course opened in 2005 and offers ocean and mountain views.

One of the best ways to experience this golf Mecca is by taking advantage of Dominican Republic golf packages. In Punta Cana and around the Dominican Republic, resorts offer all inclusive accommodations and unlimited golf potential which makes it easy for any golf-enthusiast to enjoy the riches that the Dominican Republic has to offer.

Golf packages available through the resorts for many courses in the Dominican Republic offer all inclusive accommodations and golf fees for one price. For visitors who plan to play a couple rounds during their vacation, this is usually the best value. Check with local resorts to see which packages are available.

True to any busting vacation destination-and the Caribbean is no exception-there exists a nightlife. A sometimes ferocious, always mischievous, animal, the party scene that includes bars, discos, and clubs are no less rambunctious behind the country's veil of tropical mystique.

The selection is eclectic as the Dominican culture, as colorful as the flora and fauna, and guaranteed to quench whatever vices lurk within your wanderlust.

In Santo Domingo, be sure to visit two [clubs] in particular that cover contemporary and traditional, both infusing unique country-spices into the mix, creating something truly enchanting.

• Bachata Rosa - Three floors-dance, live-music, and delectable Caribbean cuisine.



• La Guacara Taina - Set in an underground cavern. Three bars and two dance floors, featuring the best meringue and salsa music for both tourists and locals.

Visiting Punta Cana? Visit the city's premier stop for wild nights and hazy mornings. Experience famous Dominican Republic food and throbbing music in the cush and velvety 'Red Lounge' at Paradisus Punta Cana.

When the sun falls into the Caribbean Sea, and the moon takes a seat among the loose scatter of stars, the Dominican Republic ignites; broadcasting its fiery warmth and playful vibes to all that visit its shore.

Some are quick to call them a vice, but authentic rums and cigars form the Dominican are incomparable and notorious throughout the Caribbean. Where it is common in the states to pair a scotch and a cigar and melt into a plush chair, you will come to discover that it is only common for run to eventually factor into the mix.

While most Dominican rums can be obtained from duty-free shops in the airport, only a sense of authenticity and extreme savings come from purchasing your bottle at a local liquor store or supermercado. There, an arsenal of world-famous liquors and spirits are found and at much slimmer cost.

On the North coast of Punta Cana, in Sasua, we suggest perusing the isles of Super Super Liquors, displaying the lowest prices you likely come across over your stay. On the East coast, we recommend Super Mercado in Cortecito, offering a generous selection at similar prices. On the South coast, visit San Pedro de Macoris, found directly adjacent to Macoris Rum Factory.

Discovering a cigar to match a Dominican rum won't be difficult. This country, aside from Cuba's notoriety, is infamous for the quality of their hand-rolled cigars. A vendor will not be hard to find; they are in stores and scattered along the shores. But do remain cautious as there is a plague of counterfeits roaming the streets.

The best cigars are found near the growing filed, particularly in smaller towns outside of Santiago. Unlike duty-free liquor shops, duty-free cigar shops are to be considered only with high guard and hesitation. Because what you will find separates good, authentic cigars from the ones peddled by hustlers are that the real ones do not come cheap. A cigar of average quality is priced around 4 dollars.

On the North coast, consider visiting Canadian Tim Hall. On the East coast, Cortecito, located near the Punta Cana luxury hotels, sells incredible cigars and you can even watch them being rolled on location. On the Southern coast, tour a legitimate family cigar operation in San Pedro de Macoris.