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Dominican Republic (La Republica Dominicana)

Posted by Ariel Ramirez on Wednesday, February 20, 2008


With a glance at the Dominican calendar, one sees month after month awash with holidays patriotic in nature. While some believe this stems from the Dominican people's love of a good fiesta, it's actually the country's long and storied history that is responsible. Holidays such as Juan Pablo Duarte's birthday and Restoration Day all point to the turbulent past of this now tranquil tropical getaway. The Dominican Republic was discovered on December 5, 1492, by Christopher Columbus during his first voyage to the New World. At that time the island of Hispaniola (as Columbus named it) was called "Quisqueya" by the Taino Indians who occupied the land. With a population estimated around 600,000, the Tainos (meaning "the good") were peaceful and hospitable to Columbus and his crew of Spaniards. Columbus himself grew a particular fondness for Hispaniola, describing it in his journal as "a beautiful island paradise with high forested mountains and large river valleys."
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Dominican Republic - Noth Coast

Posted by Patrick GRELLIER on Friday, September 28, 2007


Already famous for its endless sandy beaches, the Dominican Republic offers in Las Terrenas an even wider catalog of entertainment : beautiful lagoons, proximity with its charming inhabitants, close contact with local culture, numerous and quality services, quietness, exceptional vegetation, luxury, diversity of restaurants, etc.... everything you need, far away from the noisy and low-end excesses of the huge touristic complexes.
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The Dominican Republic

Posted by Henry Vera on Saturday, March 24, 2007


Our private villas and apartments are located in the more beautiful and liberal Caribbean island, The Dominican Republic - Puerto Plata region. A special place where nature's treasures remain unspoiled and the simple joys of easy living are still easy to find. Here, in the heart of the Caribbean, you will discover more than 1,288 km of Coast line with the most beautiful beaches of the Caribbean in all different styles. Find white sandy beaches, diving attractions and unspoiled nature all around the island. Savor the many delights of fine cuisine or casual fare. Venture "off-the-beaten-path"and browse unique galleries, antique shops, and artist’s colonies. Challenge yourself with championship golf or just relax and enjoy the simple pleasures of the Island.
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