Just the thought of the Caribbean conjures up images of impressive hotels, pristine beaches, characterful towns and a blissfully laid-back lifestyle. But even in a region so blessed with seemingly ...

Thanks to its rich biodiversity, Los Haitises is one of the most important national parks in the Dominican Republic. Nearly 100 miles away from the hustle and bustle of Punta Cana's resort area, the ...

The Dominican Republic (DR) is enjoying a surge in popularity among Americans in search of the ultimate beach vacation. While it may not historically have been among the best-known Caribbean ...

Coco Bongo is Punta Cana's biggest and most famous nightlife venue. It offers a unique mix of music, dance performances, variety shows and disco, and is frequented by visitors and locals alike (though ...

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve heard someone say they have dreams of traveling the world, but have nobody to go with. Long ago, I realized that sometimes the only thing standing between you ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For the majority of travelers, a trip to the Dominican Republic involves at least a few days lounging around at an all-inclusive ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti (Getty Images/iStockphoto) Just the thought of the Caribbean ...