City Guides
Dominican Republic
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The Dominican Republic is where the Caribbean’s first European settlement took root, giving Santo Domingo a colonial charm found nowhere else in the region. Beyond the all-inclusive resorts, you’ll find the highest peak in the Caribbean, lush coffee-growing highlands, and a merengue-and-bachata rhythm that pulses through daily life. It’s a place where the beach is just the beginning.
Capital
Santo Domingo
Language
Spanish
Currency
Dominican Peso (DOP)
Best time to visit
December to April, the dry season with lower humidity
Visa
Visa-free for most tourists from the US, Canada, EU, and many Latin American countries; tourist card required on arrival (often included with airfare)
