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March 2026

Visiting the Dominican Republic in September: Weather, Events & Tips Choosing when to visit the Dominican Republic can shape your entire experience — from how much you pay per night to whether you spend your afternoons snorkeling in clear Caribbean water or sheltering from a tropical downpour. If...

Best Beaches Near Santiago: The Definitive 2026 Ranking Here's the truth most guidebooks won't tell you: Santiago de los Caballeros is landlocked. Sitting in the heart of the Cibao Valley, the Dominican Republic's second city has mountains, cigars, and merengue — but no coastline of its own. That...

Where to Stay in Samaná: Best Areas & Hotels The first time I rolled into Samaná, it was just before sunrise. The fishing boats were already bobbing in the bay, the air smelled of salt and roasting coffee from a roadside colmado, and the coconut palms along the waterfront were doing that lazy...