Product Description

Catch the sunrise from the Caribbean's highest peak, dance in Spanish colonial streets during Carnival, glide through mangrove forests in search of gentle manatees - or find that deserted beach with pure white sand and clear blue seas. This essential guide will help you discover the many faces of this island paradise.

Get Active with our comprehensive coverage of the island's adventure sports, from hiking up Pico Duarte to world-class kiteboarding at Cabarete.

Live Like A Local - discerning eating and entertainment listings show you where to get the best pastelito and catch the latest baseball game.

Relax & Recharge in the best all-inclusive resorts or away from the crowds in a bungalow on the beach.

Plan The Perfect Getaway with dedicated itineraries, including beach-hopping, national parks and the highlights of Santo Domingo.

¡HABLA ESPANOL! with the help of our practical Spanish language chapter.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #46068 in Books
• Published on: 2005-10-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 308 pages

Review
...for the adventurous traveler who wants to live like a native.' --Real Simple Magazine, June 2005

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Customer Reviews

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More info on Haiti
I did not even buy this edition based on the Amazon reviews. I bought the previous edition with Joyce Connolly's fine information that got me through my trip to Port-au-Prince. I hope Lonely Planet is able to correct their error and return Haiti back to good standing.

Lonely Planet Dominican Republic
Excellent book for those planning to visit the DR but shun the resorts and want to see the actual country and people and do so inexpensively.