The Perfect Weekend Getaway
June 6, 2009 by Escape Together Travel Team
Filed under Blog, Destination Pick
The island of the Dominican Republic offers everything from a history lesson to a day at the beach. The capital city of Santo Domingo and its surrounding areas are the perfect Caribbean city retreat for those looking for a relaxing weekend with friends. Dance the Merengue in a hotel club, relax and sip Pina Coladas at the nearby Boca Chica beaches or Shop in one of the largest shopping centers in the Caribbean. It is all available and less than 4 hours away from most major airports along the East Coast.
We have provided several stories and pictures of things to do and see during a visit to Santo Domingo. Click on any of the story links to learn more.
Destination Highlights
A Day at the Beach - Though these travelers stayed in the colonial zone they still were able to spend the day at the Resort in Boca Chica. Hear about this day of sun, drinks and fun at this all-inclusive island resort.
Under it all - Ever eaten in a cave? El Meson de la Cava in Santo Domingo provides fine dining in a unique atmosphere. Serving international cuisine it was perfect for a special occasion dinner.
Shop Til You Drop - Acropolis Mall offers the perfect shopping experience in Santo Domingo for true shoppers!
Party Time! - Our partners at TheBlackTraveler.com have provided a great story for those looking for insight into a little Santo Domingo nightlife.
The Beginning of the Americas - When Columbus landed he actually arrived in what is now the Dominican Republic. Learn more about the many firsts for Europeans in this hemisphere.
The Pictures Tell It Better - See pics from this Caribbean destination in our video highlight!
All this will hopefully inspire you to add Santo Domingo to your list of destinations to Escape Together soon!
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