DOMINICAN REPUBLIC PORTS
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC PORTS
| Catalina | Cayo Leventado | La Romana | Puerto Plata |
Catalina
Caribbean Cruise to Catalina Island, a Jewel in the Dominican Republic's Crown – Dominican Republic
Located a 20 minute boat ride away from La Romana Harbour in the southeast coast of the Dominican Republic, Catalina is a jewel of an island famed for its lovely beaches, laid-back atmosphere and sensational diving and snorkelling. This is THE place to flop on the beach and get your snorkel mask out; its shallow waters are home to a dazzling array of brightly coloured sealife, including purple sea fans, orange, brown and grey garden fish; Catalina's warm clear waters are also a good place for spotting larger fish, including grouper.
Cayo Leventado
Caribbean Cruise to Cayo Leventado, an Island Paradise to see Humpbacked Whales – Dominican Island
Bounty hunters went to the Caribbean in search of paradise - and found it on Cayo Levantado. Lying just off the northeast coast of the Dominican Republic, this tiny jewel of an island (nicknamed Bacardi Island because its palm trees resemble the ones in the rum distiller's adverts) is the perfect spot for pure escapism. White sands and wooden walkways lead the way to the ocean, which is ideal for a spot of snorkelling. Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch here - a great way to relax and soak up the atmosphere. The natural rainforests full of verdant vegetation provide excellent shelter from the midday sun. The island is also an ideal spot to see humpbacked whales, as thousands of the creatures migrate to the warmer North Atlantic waters during the winter months.
La Romana
Caribbean Cruise to Arty La Romana - Dominican Republic
Casa de Campo is a complete resort located in the province of La Romana, with excellent golf, tennis and other sports facilities, a beach with water sports opportunities and a "16th century" artist's village, with small shops and galleries.
Puerto Plata
Caribbean Cruise to the Thriving Resort Area of Puerto Plata - Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata, on the north coast of the Dominican Republic, is the hub of a thriving resort area. Columbus touched shore near here during his first voyage in December, 1492, and by 1499 the port had grown into a lively centre of trade. By the 1800s, coffee plantations lined the surrounding hillsides and new homes shot up in the growing town. Watch for the remaining wooden buildings with their interesting balconies, protected now by government decree. Explore nearby Sosua, settled by German Jews who fled Nazi Germany and settled here at the invitation of Trujillo. If shopping or just relaxing at the beach sound appealing, you'll find no shortage of suitable venues.
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