Dominican Republic

The Americas' first European city, and miles of beach.

This is a first draft of the Dominican Republic list. The full region guide is being written, and tiers may still change.

The Short List

Beaches · Beaches

Palm-lined white sands, and the Caribbean's biggest all-inclusive area.

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Must-See

Cities · UNESCO

The first European city in the New World, with the Americas' oldest cathedral.

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Nature · Whales

Humpback whales mate here each winter, with an El Limón waterfall.

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Worth a Detour

Beaches · Islands

A national-park island of postcard beaches.

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Beaches · Kitesurfing

Kitesurfing, a cable car, and the 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua.

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If You're Nearby

Mountains · Hiking

Cool mountains, rafting, and the Caribbean's highest peak.

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Grey pins: guides still being written.