La Romana, Dominican Republic
100 years old
At scarcely 100 years old, industrial La Romana, which lies in the south-eastern Dominican Republic, has a real newness and vibrancy about it. Most people come for the scenery, however, and the sheer natural beauty of its hinterland, which boasts some of the northern Caribbean’s most beautiful and unspoilt beaches and liveliest all-inclusive resorts.
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Destination overview
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| Language: | Spanish | |
| Currency: | Peso | |
| Time zone: | GMT -4 hours | |
| Flight Time: | 8h | |
| Holiday type: | Beach | |
| Weather: | Average maximum temperature: 18.9°C (24 hour average) Rainfall: 705.6mm a year |
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Airport Information
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Must see:
If you’re a keen golfer, seek out the Casa de Campo resort and its famous (and infamous) 18-hole championship course, known locally as the Teeth of the Dog... and play a round in paradise.
Must be there for:
Dominicans celebrate their independence on February 27th – a time to let the hair down and party... and the weather’s decent, too.
Well-travelled tips:
· Even if you don’t smoke, it’s worth a trip to The Tabacalera de Garcia in La Romana, one of the world’s largest cigar factories, to see how three of the most famous cigar brands are rolled.
· Evidence of La Romana’s once-proud status as a leading sugar town is everywhere to see... you won’t have to look far for signs of plantations, mills and toil.
Visa:
British citizens need a tourist card to enter the Dominican Republic. For more information, more information
