Dominican Republic Holidays

Dominican Republic Cuisine

Holidays to Dominican Republic offer outstanding culinary choices because the country has more restaurants than any other Caribbean destination.

All-inclusive Dominican Republic resorts provide international cuisines and local favourites, but these are often bland versions of local fare. Local cuisine is a blend of Taino, Spanish and African influences and features spicy meats, red beans and rice, mashed and boiled plantain, flan, bread made from yucca, tacos and tamales and dishes seasoned with sofrito, a mix of local spices and herbs.

Locally available tropical fruits ensure plenty of fruit juices, signature rum drinks, smoothies and coconut water or milk in additional to carbonated sodas. Roadside food stands offer chimichurri, fried snacks, pork rinds and fried chicken.

Some classic Dominican Republic dishes include:

• Yaroa, a casserole dish created with a mix of mashed plantain, paired with a meat of choice such as beef or pork and seasoned with condiments.
• Suspiritos: a tasty dessert, similar to a Meringue, commonly flavoured with lime.
• Mangú – an accompanying dish that consists of eggs, plantain and cheese, with toppings and fillings of your choice such as meats or onions.

What makes the Dominican Republic special?

A mesmerising mixture of culture, activities, luxury and delicious cuisine – it’s not hard to see why the Dominican Republic is a popular holiday destination.

Home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, the Dominican Republic is world-renowned for its stunning scenery and array of tropical wildlife. With breath-taking national parks such as the 3-Eyes and National Park of The East to visit, you’re sure to see some of the world’s most unbelievable destinations during your visit. For the thrill-seekers amongst us, there are a range of hiking, extreme sports, climbing and cable car experiences to satisfy your need for adrenaline.

Where should I stay?

Visitors can choose from budget accommodations, two, three, four and five-star hotels, camping and eco-tourism choices, private villas and all-inclusive resorts where every amenity for relaxing and baking in the sun is at hand. Visitors can choose the kind of accommodation that suits their personal travelling styles, budgets and preferred holiday activities.

What hotels do you recommend?

The great part about the resorts in the Dominican Republic is their status as amenity-packed, luxury holiday destinations. Whether you’re a couple, a group or a family looking for a tropical vacation, the resorts of the beautiful Dominican Republic will have something to suit your style and needs.

Dominican Travel: Our Top Tips

You can keep up to date with news around the Dominican Republic in the run up to your trip. So get excited, book your itinerary and start counting down the days!

In the meantime, here are some useful things to know before you visit:

• The local language of the Dominican Republic is Spanish, though many locals speak great English so communication will not be an issue.
• The currency is that of the Dominican Peso.
• From the United Kingdom, the Dominican Republic local time is -4 hours.
• It’s a great idea to book travel in advance to ensure you get the best price and are not left waiting or without!
• It’s really important that you don’t drink the tap water during your stay – as this could make you quite sick.