The Dominican Republic has been attracting adventure travelers for centuries. The island was explored and claimed by Christopher Columbus in 1492 and became the springboard for Spanish exploration in the area. So unleash your inner explorer and head to the Dominican Republic on your next adventure travel trip.
The beautiful island is surrounded by the crystal clear Caribbean Sea, affords island visitors plenty of different activities, ranging from kite-boarding to scuba diving.
Head to Santo Domingo, the capital of the island, and learn a little bit more of the history of the country. The city is divided in two by the Ozama River. The western bank is known as the Zona Colonial, while the eastern side is known as Santo Domingo Oriental.
The Zona Colonial has many great things to check out, chiefly its beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea. A little to the west of the Zona Colonial is Gazcue, which is one of the city's oldest parts, where the streets are lined with Victorian-style houses - a tribute to the European influence on the island.
For the best experience, head to the island with a small group of adventure travelers.
Explore the Dominican Republic on your next adventure in the Caribbean
Posted on Monday, Dec. 6th, 2010
