Dominican Republic Honeymoon

Consider a honeymoon holiday or romantic getaway in the Dominican Republic, one of the most popular and affordable destinations in the Caribbean.

With its magnificent beaches, crystal clear waters, all-inclusive yet inexpensive resorts, numerous land- and water-based activities, zesty merengue music and lively nightlife, this lush mountainous island offers all the ingredients you need for the perfect honeymoon holiday in the Caribbean.

Things to do and see

Alternatively, sunbathe on the golden-sand beaches of Playa Dorado, part of a 121km-long strip of beachfront on the northwest coast known collectively as the Amber Coast, centred around Puerto Plata (or Silver Port).

In the capital, Santo Domingo, walk in the footsteps of Cortés and Columbus while exploring the narrow cobbled streets of the Colonial Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to the New World's first cathedral, university and hospital. Browse for designer clothing in Piantini and hand-rolled Dominican cigars and local handicrafts made with amber on Calle El Conde.

With its rich fusion of Spanish and African heritage, Santo Domingo is one of the Caribbean’s liveliest cities after dark: enjoy a flutter at one of several casinos, savour spicy local cuisine in the Zona Colonial and party hard at numerous nightclubs, dancing to exciting merengue music.

Explore on foot the lushly forested interior and mountain ranges of the Dominican Republic and hike to the summit of Pico Duarte (3098m), the highest mountain in the Caribbean. Alternatively, take in breathtaking views of the Atlantic and Puerto Plata from Mount Isabel de Torres after riding the cable car to the 793m-high summit, which features a replica of the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro.

Go white water rafting on the Río Yaque del Norte in Jarabacoa and try the sport of cascading in the waterfalls of the Cascada del Limón, Cascada Ojo de Agua and El Salto de Jimenoa. Encounter wildlife such as American crocodiles, pink flamingos and various species of iguana on Cabritos Island, a national park in the centre of Lake Enriquillo.

Explore the underwater world of the north coast and La Caleta National Underwater Park, swim with dolphins in the themed Manatí Park near Punta Cana or hook up a charter for marlin, sailfish and bonito.

The Dominican Republic is the second-largest country of the Caribbean and occupies the eastern two-thirds of Hispaniola, the island it shares with Haiti. Columbus called Hispaniola ‘the most beautiful island in the world’ after discovering the island on his very first voyage to the New World in 1492.

Accommodation

Best time to visit the Dominican Republic?
The best time to visit the Dominican Republic is during the dry season between November and April when temperatures average 25°C, rising to a high of 28˚C. Despite the heat of summer and occasional rains, the Dominican Republic is a year-round holiday destination. For more climate info: Dominican Weather Guide

Location – The Dominican Republic is located to the east of Cuba and Jamaica and to the west of Puerto Rico.

Getting there – By air, the Dominican Republic receives daily flights Miami and San Juan. How to get to the Dominican Republic . . .

Note: The major resorts of Puerto Plata, Punta Cana and La Romana each boast an international airport.