If you’ve been daydreaming about Punta Cana, odds are you’re picturing sandy beaches, swaying palm trees, and maybe a cocktail (or two) with a tiny umbrella. There’s nothing wrong with that, but here’s the thing—there’s a whole other side to Punta Cana that starts when you step beyond the gates of your resort. Whether you’re…
So, you’re dreaming of a vacation getaway in the Dominican Republic but can’t decide between Puerto Plata and Punta Cana? Trust me — it’s a tough call. If you’ve Googled “best beaches in the Dominican Republic”, you’re now swimming in photos of turquoise waves, golden sands, and people holding coconuts like they’re Hollywood Oscars. I’ve…
I didn’t learn to swim properly until I was about 12 years old. Sure, I could make my way through the water well enough, but keeping my face above water to breathe? Not a chance. And you can only swim so far without air… Imagine my joy when I got my first face mask, snorkel,…
When my plane first broke through the clouds over the Dominican Republic, I was like a kid at a candy store window, my nose pressed firmly against the glass and my mouth agape at the beautiful countryside, shorelines, and … the beaches! Punta Cana on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic is currently one of…