Area code the area code for the dominican republic is 809. Dominican republic is the second largest and most diverse caribbean country, situated just two hours south of miami, less than four hours from new york and eight hours from most european cities. And punta cana, situated on the caribbean island of dominican republic, rightly proves so. Oct 27, 2016 the population of the dominican republic is 9,980,243 2015 census. The ultimate dominican republic travel guide new 2019 the. Tourism in the dominican republic, as in other developing countries, is an interplay of unequals, with visitors from rich countries dropping in on the poor, highlighting their disparities of wealth, disturbing local culture by raising expectations that cannot be met within the society. The dominican republic was for most of its history primarily an exporter of sugar, coffee, and tobacco, but over the last three decades the economy has become more diversified as the service sector has overtaken agriculture as the economys largest employer, due to growth in construction, tourism, and free trade zones. There are many things to see and do in the dominican republic. The development of a professional tourist police corps, institution of a 911 system in many parts of the country, and a concentration of resources in resort areas. Make a lifestyle investment, click to visit our real estate section and get the second home of your dreams. Since that year, the organisations commitment in the. The dominican republic faces a massive battle to regain. Making tourism count for the local economy in dominican republic. Welcome to the dominican republic official tourism website.
The dominican republic was explored by columbus on. Sponsor a child in the dominican republic sos childrens. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. Though tourism to the dominican republic has plummeted, other island getaways have seen a boost in visitors. The devil behind the mirror, globalization and politics in the dominican republic by steven gregory. Gaines j, poy j, musser ka, benowitz i, leung v, carothers b, et al. Haiti, also an independent republic, occupies the western third of the island. Medical tourism chapter 9 2020 yellow book travelers.
The official currency is the dominican peso and 1 dominican peso is equal to 0. Lonely planet will get you to the heart of dominican republic, with amazing travel. Duarte peak, at 10,417 ft 3,175 m, is the highest point in the west indies. The taino, who were expert handicraftsmen, left behind tools and items. Dominican republic welcome to the dominican republic official tourism website. Discover the best dominican republic travel guides in best sellers. Aug 22, 2016 in 2016, dominican republic reached an impressive 6. Dominican republic, country of the west indies that occupies the eastern twothirds of hispaniola, the second largest island of the greater antilles chain in the caribbean sea. Go to the dominican republic, the second largest country of those bathed by the caribbean waters and the preferred tourist destination due to its beauty and uniqueness. With temperatures that average around 25c all year round and climb higher during the summer, holidays to the dominican republic are warm at any. There are so many rich cultural experiences to try, not to mention stunning natural landscapes and beautiful white sand beaches. Coastal tourism projects are promoted in the dominican republic as nationallevel economic development initiatives that will create jobs for local residents, subsequently benefiting the households in these communities. Association football is the second sport of the country. Tourism and the local economy building linkages introduction to business linkages tourism is a central part of the economy in dominican republic.
More than 6 million tourists visit the dominican republic, making it the most. They should offer dominican cuisine in the hotels restaurants and a dominican cultural offer for guests. Dominican republic simple english wikipedia, the free. Cruise passengers must obtain a tourist card if they are disembarking for longer than 24 hours. Embassy of the dominican republic, in the united states. I prefer a book to present the facts first and derive theories from that. Practical information to travel to the dominican republic. He affirmed that the dominican republic will be ready to receive tourists in one month. The dominican republic is one of the caribbeans most geographically diverse countries, with stunning mountain scenery, desert scrublands, evocative colonial architecture and beaches galore.
This book questions the relations between the united states and the dominican republic in the 1930s. Baseball is the most popular sport on the island country and major league baseball has been recruiting players from the dominican republic since the 1960s. Whether youre going for the carnival in santa domingo or to soak up the sun on bavaro beach, the best dominican republic travel advice we can give you is to book your ticket as soon as possible. Facts about dominican republic tropical vacations 4 u. In 2016, dominican republic reached an impressive 6. Business hours most shops and businesses are open monday to friday 8am to 4pm. It is also the seat of the oldest roman catholic archbishopric in the americas. Sex and tourism in cuba and the dominican republic amalia l. Tourism is, without doubt, one of the most important economic activities of the dominican republic and one of the fastest growing in the caribbean. Its area equals that of vermont and new hampshire combined.
Each year during the decade, the united states accounted for more than fifty percent of the visitors to the dominican republic. This summer, dominican republic minister of tourism, francisco javier garcia told media members that the u. The caribbean nation is a major tourist destination. The chicago series on sexuality, gender, and culture padilla, mark on.
The executive branch is made up of the president, the vice president and the ministers who are called secretaries of state. The population of the dominican republic is 9,980,243 2015 census. Tourism, sexuality, and aids in the dominican republic worlds of desire. The country is one of the most geographically diverse parts of the caribbean, showcasing everything from tropical rainforests and highmountain ranges to mangrove swamps and semideserts. Time zone facts about the dominican republic and visitors.
We are so excited for our sixth annual hispanic heritage month series and giveaway. History and culture of dominican republic, government, politics economy, tourism. The dominican republic is a beautiful place to visit. Dk eyewitness top 10 dominican republic pocket travel. In order to help the many orphaned and abandoned children in and around santo domingo, we became active there in 1979. A tourist card is electronically issued and is valid for one year from the date of issue. Through the month september 15 october 15, youll find great resources to share hispanic heritage with kids, plus you can enter to win in our great giveaway and link up your own posts on hispanic heritage. Dominican republic ready to receive tourists in a month santo domingo.
Therefore, it is important to know in advance different aspects about their customs, traditions, services, and all the papers needed to enjoy without problems this. Dominican republic economy 2020, cia world factbook. Ecotourism in dominican republic after decades of trashing its environment, the dominican republic is becoming more environmentally responsible. The signs are everywhere, even at the punta cana airport, which uses native materials and has an openair feeling with tropical birds darting through the rafters. Dominican flag the name punta cana in spanish means tips of white palms. The increasing globalization of the tourism industry does not necessarily presuppose this, but these facts are important to create a strongly tourism in the dominican republic. The dominican republic is a presidential democratic republic. Before you travel to a new country, as in this case to the dominican republic, there are several details you must known to avoid some unexpected events while saving money and time.
Those serving the tourist industry are also open on saturday. Dominican republic international travel information. Dominican republic official website,travel information. Once ruled by spain, the dominican republic shares the island of hispaniola with haiti, a former french colony. Tours and adventures excursions in the dominican republic. Dominican republic makes up one half of the island of hispaniola which it shares with haiti in the west.
The rough guide to the dominican republic sean harvey on. Exercise increased caution in the dominican republic due to crime. The united states remains the largest source market for dominican tourism with 2. Jamaica, the bahamas and aruba have all seen an increase in trips booked between june 1. Colonial tour and travel has prepared for you this wonderful program of special tours and tourism circuits, so that you can complement your vacations in all destinations of the dominican republic for the whole family. According to the statistics of the central banck of the dominican republic, in 2005 3 millions 690 tourists visited the country. Rafael trujillo 18911961 was a dominican politician and general who ruled the dominican republic as dictator from 1930 until his assassination in. The complete guide to dominican republic world travel guide. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. In spite of the dominican republics popularity among international tourists, many dominican families are facing a life in poverty. Hundreds of kilometers of coastline define the dominican republic dr some of it whitesand beaches shaded by rows of palm trees, other parts lined. Dominican republic puerto plata and punta cana tourist facts. Dominican republic in focus, a guide to the people, politics and culture by david howard. After struggling to discern relevant facts from the authors opinions, i decided to.
Tourism in the dominican republic is an important sector of the countrys economy. Dominican republic travel guidebook lonely planet shop. The dominican republic is one of the carribeans treasures get to know it more with these dominican republic facts. The official facebook page of the ministry of tourism of the dominican republic.
Explore dominican republic holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. The dominican republic promises sun and fun, and these useful travel tips will help you make the most out of your holiday in the caribbean paradise about the world travel guide the world travel guide wtg is the flagship digital consumer brand within the columbus travel media portfolio. Before the formation of the dominican republic and haiti, the island was jointly named hispaniola. The taino, spanish, and african legacies have continued in numerous provinces around the country. Tourism, caribbean, dominican republic, capitalism, social exclusion. Although tourism is a driver of economic growth and a major source of employment.
Rafael trujillo 18911961 was a dominican politician and general who ruled the dominican republic as dictator from 1930 until his assassination in may 1961. Factbook photos obtained from a variety of sources are in the public domain and are free. Migration, the first colony, occupation by the united states 191624, civil war and united states intervention, 1965. Tourism in the dominican republic focus on globalisation. Central america dominica the world factbook central. It is the most sought after tourist destination of the caribbean and known for its beautiful and pristine beaches. It is situated on the southeast coast of the island of hispaniola, at the mouth of the ozama river, and is the oldest permanent city established by europeans in the western hemisphere. Unlike the united states and europe, the dominican republic does not observe daylight saving time. More than 6 million tourists visit the dominican republic, making it the most popular tourist destination in the caribbean and putting it in the top 5 overall in the americas. The dominican republic in the west indies occupies the eastern twothirds of the island of hispaniola, which it shares with haiti. Jun 26, 2019 though tourism to the dominican republic has plummeted, other island getaways have seen a boost in visitors. It is an hour ahead of atlantic standard time in the united states in the winter. Central america dominican republic the world factbook.
Dominican republic history, map, flag, population, capital. This dominican republic travel guide will help you plan your next vacation. In spite of the dominican republic s popularity among international tourists, many dominican families are facing a life in poverty. With these interesting facts about the dominican republic, lets explore more about this hispaniola island nation, which was once ruled by its adjacent nation and had a turbulent time in the past.
The republic also benefited from a general upswing in caribbean tourism, in the 1980s, associated with the strong united states economy. The real facts you need to know before traveling to the. Making tourism count for the local economy in dominican. Top 10 tourist attractions in the dominican republic. Top 10 dominican republic is your pocket guide to the very best of dominican republic spend your days lounging on the beautiful beaches, adventuring through the tropical rainforests and alpine wilderness, or riding the best windsurfing waves in the western hemisphere, and then dance the night away to the intoxicating rhythms of merengue and bachata with a dark rum. And whether youre here for the beaches, the music, the countryside or the culture, the dr in full swing is a force to be reckoned with.
Dominica features lush mountainous rain forests, and is the home of many rare plant, animal, and bird species including the sisserou parrot featured on its flag. Godominicanrepublic tourist information center santo. Violent crime, including armed robbery, homicide and sexual assault is a concern throughout the dominican republic. Tourism and social exclusion in the dominican republic jstor. The dominican republic was for most of its history primarily an exporter of sugar, coffee, and tobacco, but over the last three decades the economy has become more diversified as the service sector has overtaken agriculture as the economys largest employer, due to.