SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — In Santo Domingo, “all-inclusive” covers more than just sun, sand and drinks. Unlike Punta Cana, its much newer neighbor to the north, Santo Domingo integrates the ...

For most North Americans, the Punta Cana resort district defines the Dominican Republic. The area's lush landscape of beautiful white-sand beaches, fertile rainforests and feature-rich, all-inclusive ...

I am walking down Calle Las Damas, the first paved street in the Americas, in the Colonial Zone, a small historic neighbourhood in Santo Domingo. It’s name – Spanish for “Ladies’ street” – comes from ...

The Dominican Republic encompasses so much of what makes the Caribbean such a popular holiday destination. Pristine white sands lapped by turquoise waters, impressive resort hotels and beautiful ...

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic - During four days in the historic heart of the Dominican capital, I saw men gather every afternoon in the central square to play dominoes, usually ringed by crowds ...

Many people visit the Dominican Republic for its beaches and all-inclusive resorts, but the true gem of this island nation is in its history and rum. The best way to experience both is in Santo ...

Like most Caribbean islands, the Dominican Republic tantalizes with miles of sugar-white beaches. But if you’re headed to the capital city of Santo Domingo, where sun and sand lie at least 30 minutes ...