DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
After being in the remote jungles of Panama, the Dominican Republic was a great place to relax and soak up the beaches before heading to the next destination! Here are some of my favorite places to visit on a road trip around Dominican Republic!
Punta Cana
Most people fly into the airport at Punta Cana, which is known for its all-inclusive resorts. You can always find some good deals if you’re looking to just relax and have food and drinks included. One thing to note that I didn’t know, was that most restaurants need a reservation the day before to eat there. There usually is one cafeteria-type area where you don’t need a reservation but it’s not the best food.
Isla Saona
This is a great day trip from Punta Cana if you have extra time to spare! The beaches are incredibly stunning, but although the photos make it look like a deserted island, it gets pretty packed with tourists and there are long lines for lunch.
Playa Macao
This beach was probably my personal favorite! It’s big enough so tourists can spread out, the water is clear, and there’s cute huts and surf spots!
Montana Redonda
The view at Montana Redonda is insane! If you don’t have a 4x4 vehicle, you can leave your car parked at the bottom of the hill and take a truck up to the top. I highly recommend going close to sunset for the best colors for photography. Relax and enjoy the swings and view!
Samana Peninsula
This is probably one of my favorite areas of the Dominican Republic! Unfortunately when I went there was a torrential downpour of rain, but it’s such a unique area with very little tourists. The beaches are the absolute best in this peninsula!
