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Underground MusicA great place to polish your merengue dancing skills, La Guácara Taína, is the best discotheque in the Dominican Republic. Drawing equal number of locals and visitors, La Guácara Taína is set in an underground cave within a verdant park. If you miss a step, don't worry. With three bars and two dance floors, chances are no one will notice. Cover is approximately $9.00 and it includes one drink. Open Tuesday-Sunday from 9:00 p.m.; closing time varies. On Avenida Mirador del Sur, in Parque Mirador del Sur. Phone: 809-533-1051 Let There Be LightA monumental lighthouse towering 676 feet, El Faro a Colon features a lighting system with 149 searchlights and a 70-kilowatt beam that circles out for nearly 44 miles. These lights project a huge cross in the sky which can be seen as far as Puerto Rico. There's also a chapel in the center of the lighthouse which contains the Columbus tomb and, allegedly, his "bones". Admission starts at 20 cents for children 11 and under. Open Tuesday-Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. On Ave. España (on the water side of Los Tres Ojos, near the airport in the Sans Souci district). Phone: 809-591-1492. Living La Vida Boca
Take a relaxing walk on soft white sand and then soak your feet in the clear, shallow blue waters of Boca Chica, the principal beach resort near Santo Domingo. A popular spot fancied by its European visitors, Boca Chica's east side has been nicknamed "Saint Tropez". At this beach you'll also find a natural coral reef, and go loco over the wide array of pizza and fast food stands, beach cottages, chaise lounges, water sports concessions, and beach tables. Less than 2 miles east and about 19 miles from the center of Santo Domingo. Zone OutTravel back in time through more than 500 years of history and architecture at the Zona Colonial. Walk down the cobblestone streets as you enjoy the sunset and the fresh breeze from the Ozama River. Take a whole day and explore enchanting buildings that date back to the 16th century, palaces that have been converted into fascinating museums, and visit beautiful old structures which are now bars, cafes, small hotels and restaurants. In Santo Domingo. Open 24/7. Royal and LoyalPicture yourself as royalty as you walk through the doors of the Alcázar de Colón, the palace built for Columbus' son, Diego, and his wife who was King Ferdinand's niece. This beautiful coral limestone structure was the center of the Spanish court for more than 60 years and the likes of Cortés, Ponce de León, and Balboa were entertained here. Be careful not to get lost as you wonder among nearly two dozen rooms decorated with amazing paintings, period tapestries and 16th century antiques. Open Monday — Saturday from 9:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. Admission is $1.75. On La Atarazana St. (at the foot of Las Damas St.) 809-682-4250 ext. 232. Let the Music Play
Stretching for 9 miles along the Caribbean shore, El Malecón is Santo Domingo's most popular choice for casual strolling, family outings and sightseeing. Here you will find ice cream parlors, restaurants and great nightlife in several bars and discos. At the Malecón, the party doesn't stop. The Dominican Republic's Carnival and July's Merengue Festival are both held here, and with its colorful and lively atmosphere full of hot Latin beats, many describe it as an open-air disco. More than Just TapasOne of the most prestigious restaurants in the Caribbean, Lina Restaurant offers international cuisine, with an emphasis on Spanish dishes. This modern restaurant was originally opened by Spanish-born Lina Aguado, who originally came to Santo Domingo as the personal chef of the dictator Trujillo. Today, the restaurant's kitchen is ruled by four master chefs who have been entrusted with her secret recipes. Dishes like the paella Valenciana and the sea bass flambé with brandy are truly hard to resist. Open daily from noon — 4:00 p.m. and from 6:30 p.m. — midnight. In the Barceló Gran Hotel Lina. On Máximo Gómez and 27 de Febrero Aves. 809-563-5000 ext. 7250 Catch of the BayServing some of the best and freshest seafood in the Dominican Republic, La Bahía offers one of the biggest varieties of seafood dishes in the Caribbean. Great choices include the ceviche (seafood marinated in lime juice) or lobster cocktail, kingfish in coconut sauce, sea bass Ukrainian style and baked red snapper. The restaurant stays open until the last customer leaves. Open daily from 11:00 a.m. — 2:00 a.m. On 1 George Washington Ave. Phone: 809-682-4022 Viva Vesuvio
The most famous Italian restaurant on the Dominican Republic, Vesuvio sits right in front of el Malecón, with a beautiful view of the Caribbean Sea. Since 1954, this restaurant has been offering a great atmosphere for both business and family lunches and dinners. The food here is fresh and cooked from scratch and it features specialties like Dominican Crayfish a la Vesuvio (topped with garlic and bacon), and Pappardelle al Bosque (noodles with porcini mushrooms, rosemary, and garlic). For pizza lovers, Pizzeria Vesuvio next door offers a unique three-foot pizza. Reservations recommended on Fridays and Saturdays. Open daily from noon till 2:00 a.m. On 521 George Washington Ave. Phone: 809-221-3333 Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and include hotel rates, hotel taxes, roundtrip airfare, and government taxes/fees applicable to airfare based on specified departure city. Price will vary for other departure cities. Packages/prices subject to availability; may change without notice; valid for new bookings only; capacity controlled; may not be available on all dates or with all flights; and may be restricted to certain hotel room categories. Prices do not include fees for oversized/overweight/extra baggage or charges for any other products or services sold separately or not expressly included in package (such as airport transfers, etc.). Hotel star ratings not guaranteed. Packages must be purchased at time of reservation and are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Where permitted, changes/cancellations must be made prior to scheduled departure and in accordance with hotel change/cancel policies, otherwise all money for package may be forfeited; $100 change/cancel fee per person will apply, plus any hotel penalties, and for changes, there may be an increase in package price. Cancellations are for Getaways credit only, valid for 1 year. Proper documentation required for boarding. Other restrictions apply. See full Getaways Terms & Conditions for details. Photo courtesy of the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism |
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