The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean classic, enticing sun-seekers to its shores for centuries. Its capital is one of the Americas' oldest European settlements, while its utopian beaches remain some of the area’s most popular. It’s no secret why we keep returning. Shimmering coast meets rural countryside, green peaks, hidden caves and a vibrant people moving to the merengue music they invented.
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You can do it all in the Dominican Republic. Visit Santo Domingo for colonial architecture and history or pick Punta Cana for some of the best beaches in Dominican Republic, as well as world-class golf courses. Plan your Dominican Republic vacation to Samaná and its wild coves, or discover Puerto Plata. Choose Dominican Republic resorts from our selection
Dominican Republic travel guide
Destination facts
Language
Spanish
What to bring back
Dominican coffee and chocolate and handmade Taíno crafts.
What to eat
Dishes influenced by Spanish, African and native Taíno cuisine, like their staple dish, La Bandera (the flag), a mix of meat (chicken or pork), rice, beans and a salad.
Fun fact
The birthplace of merengue is a place of passion and one thing Dominicans are truly passionate about is…baseball (called pelota here). The country has contributed the highest numbers of players to the MLB in the world, including Sammy Sosa, José Bautista and David Ortiz. Catch a game between Dominican teams like Tigres del Licey or Gigantes del Cibao.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents, visa, taxes and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
