
Casas del XVI
Dominican Republic
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Since the Dominican Republic was ‘discovered’ by Colombus’ little bro – who named Santo Domingo ‘La Nueva Isabela’, after Spain’s queen – it’s had a bumpy history: the English invaded, pirates recruited here, it’s reclaimed its independence three times and a dictator once named the city after himself (he was later assassinated). But, this historic intrigue has made the island so alluring, alongside its Atlantic-gazing beaches, penchant for theatre, literature and live music (merengue, bachata…), and dynamic attitude. Here you can immerse yourself in the Middle Ages, sample succulent seafood, then dance till late in the clubs along the Malecón and Downtown.
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Trade winds keep the island’s tropical climate balmy, but weather-wise it’s best to visit Santo Domingo from January to April or November to December. Or book your trip to coincide with February – carnival month in the DR, culminating in a massive fiesta on Dominican Independence Day.