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Overflowing in natural riches, from a poster-worthy Caribbean coastline to world-class golf courses, La Romana is one of the Dominican Republic's top destinations. La Romana is also the gateway to Saona and Catalina Islands, part of the Cotubanamá National Park, and the most visited natural attractions in the country. Getting to this must-see region is easy with La Romana International Airport (LRM), which is only 10 minutes from local attractions and 20 minutes from Bayahibe. The luxurious Casa de Campo Resort is a celebrity favourite and renowned destination for its award-winning Pete Dye and Teeth of the Dog golf courses. The adjacent 16th century Altos de Chavón, a beautiful replica of a Mediterranean village, with the over view of the Chavon River includes an outdoor Grecian amphitheatre where Grammy-winning artists perform every year. There are many resorts in the area providing a range of accommodations suitable for families, couples and solo travellers. All-inclusive options including the Iberostar Resort, the Dreams Hotels , Be Live Canoa on Bayahibe beach with two pools and a tennis court; Viva Wyndham on Dominicus Beach, offering beach volleyball, catamaran rides and a one-of-a-kind seaside trapezel; and Catalonia Gran Dominicus featuring a spa, kid’s club and indoor theatre with live nightly shows and entertainment. |
La Romana is also a popular cruise port featured on some of Costa Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line’s itineraries. Offshore, cruise ships visit the islands of Saona, Catalina and Catalinita which are known for their abundance of marine life, nesting turtles, coral reefs and water sports.
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Sculpted entirely of stone, Altos de Chavón — a model 16th century Mediterranean village-sits 300 feet above the Chavón River. Built over a period of six years, the village opened in 1982 with Frank Sinatra performing live at the 5,000-seat Grecian style outdoor amphitheatre, where numerous world artists have since performed.
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The Bayahíbe Rose (Pereskia quisqueyana) is the Dominican Republic’s national flower. It’s also a rare cactus, endemic to the Dominican Republic. The Bayahíbe Rose Garden — in the village in which it originates—is the only place in the world where you can spot this soft-pink.
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Whether you go diving or admire it from the comforts of your boat, the Caves of Peñón reveal the richest underwater marine life in Bayahíbe. Part of the boat excursion from Bayahíbe to Saona Island, the caves are as mystical as they look.
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Also known as Parque Nacional del Este, this is one of the most cave-riddled and adventure-packed national parks in the Dominican Republic counting more than 500 flora species, 300 types of birds, and including long stretches of diamond white beaches on Saona and Catalina islands.
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The smallest of the islands off the shore of Bayahíbe, Catalinita sits in the Catuano Channel, popular for its crystal clear waters year round, and its abundance of marine life and coral reefs.
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Closest to La Romana’s shores, Catalina is popular for its water sports, particularly diving and snorkeling.
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Located 19 kilometres (12 miles) south of the mainland, Saona Island’s picture-perfect beaches attract more visitors than all of the country’s national parks combined.
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Located inside Cotubanamá National Park, this two-kilometer (1.2-mile) long trail leads through a lush rainforest, in an area once inhabited by Taino Indians.
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Bayahibe packs its own punch in white sand beaches. The village itself counts a small, brilliant stretch facing the main road.
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One of the DR’s longest white sand beaches lines a series of large resorts in the Bayahíbe Dominicus area, but remains open to all visitors.
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Casa de Campo Resort’s Playa Minitas is home to the newly designed Minitas Beach Club, boasting a 23-metre infinity pool, an on-site restaurant specializing in Latin and Mediterranean cuisine and more.
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A secluded, undeveloped white sand beach punctuated with rows of palm trees, and facing a wide, shallow turquoise natural pool, Palmilla is the ultimate Caribbean paradise.
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Pete Dye’s first creation at Casa de Campo, this course single-handedly placed the Dominican Republic on the world golf stage in 1971. Teeth of the Dog continues to amaze avid golfers 45 years later.
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2019 CASA DE CAMPO INTERNATIONAL BLUE MARLIN CLASSIC Venue: Casa de Campo Marina April 10-13, 2019 |
Come join us for the 2019 Casa de Campo International Blue Marlin Classic Tournament for a fun competition full of adventure at one of the Dominican Republic’s hottest blue marlin spots at the Casa de Campo Marina in La Romana.
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OZUNA EN ALTOS DE CHAVÓN Venue: Altos de Chavón April 20, 2019 |
The most popular artist of the moment, Ozuna, comes with an unforgettable show on April 20 at Altos de Chavón. Ozuna was the most viewed Latin artist on YouTube in 2018 and his albums Odyssey and Aura stayed 46 weeks altogether at the top of the Billboard charts. In addition, he had 43 songs during in the Hot Latin Songs and was awarded an International Sovereign of Premios Soberanos, awarded by the Association of Art Writers (ACROARTE).
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EL PICNIC FOOD MUSIC MARKET Venue: Jardín Botánico April 6 & 7, 2019 |
On April 6 & 7 from 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm the National Botanical Garden, will host The Picnic Food Music Market with food trucks, restaurants, craft beers, cocktails, craft market, playground, music, art, yoga, workshops and good vibes, organized by Shaveurlegz and Avocado Food Magazine.
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BARAHONA CARNIVAL Venue: Malecón de Barahona April 12-14, 2019 |
The splendour and colors take over the Barahona boardwalk during the carnival. Dozens of picturesque and colorful troupes parade in the traditional event, where all the locals and visitors enjoy one of the most important cultural events in the country, where the cultural heritage is celebrated with all the of the participating troupes. You will be able to enjoy the characters Los Pintaos and Los Pirulíes. In the Carnival of Cabral the character of the Cachúas stands out. Come enjoy this picturesque carnival from April 12 – 14.
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DOMINICAN RUM FESTIVAL 2019 Venue: Puerto Plata Amphitheater July 19-20, 2019 |
The attendees of the Dominican Rum Festival will be able to enjoy a great exhibition and tastings of fine rums from the Dominican Republic and international brands. Different events will take place, such as concerts, tastings, seminars, lectures, workshops, cocktail contests and gastronomic tastings, among other attractions, on July 19th & 20th at the Puerto Plata Amphitheater.
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WIN 1 OF 2 TRIPS TO THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Beginning on January 26th, 2019 tune into channel TVA at 1PM and watch Venez Chez Moi en République Dominicane. Catch a new episode every week and discover different regions of the Dominican Republic led by locals. Over the course of 10 episodes, take a tour across the beautiful Caribbean country and learn about its incredible culture and geography with those who know it best, Dominicans.
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