by Julio Ibarra

Created on: May 26, 2009   Last Updated: May 30, 2009

The Dominican Republic known for its friendly Spanish speaking inhabitants; the island of Hispaniola (Espaola) is shared with its neighbor Haiti to the west with the Dominican Republic to the east it is 48,730 sq km (18,815 sq mi). Have your passport ready? For today we are planning to take a flight from our neighboring airport to the Dominican Republic, that lovely side of the island.

Prepare for an exquisite vacation; our destination is Punta Cana International Airport; once there we will take a short walk to the car rental station (1-809-686-2861), a few reminders before renting a car, things that you need to know; bring a valid driver license, a second form a of identification and a credit card with your authorization signature.

From the airport it is 32 km (20 miles) just a 25 minute drive to Punta Cana and its beach front Mediterranean inspired five star hotels that run along palmed tree, and glazed white sandy beach line to the tip of blue clear Caribbean ocean warm water, spreading across 420,000 m2 (approximately 1,100 acres), is breath taking. Some of these hotels have kept a particular natural entourage with their surroundings, with nature first in mind.

Awaken to a porch setting facing the Atlantic Caribbean Ocean. The breeze will give you a feeling of comforting emnracing warmth, while enjoying a fresh tropical fruit breakfast. The Dominican Republic food is a blend of different cultural dishes combined to make a style of cooking that is unique to this island. That is strongly influenced by Taino Indians, Spaniards and Africa.

There is fun for the entire family; some of these luxury hotels offer child care services. Having this benefit will give you and your partner plenty of quiet time to see some of the most exclusive romantic sites on the island.

Continue into the night to the native beat and dance the popular form in the Dominican Republic dance is called Merengue (pronounced Mr-n-g). This will guarantee a restful night, or quietly slip off for a private dip in the pool, maybe a little night walk too catch the night air, and too shake off the restlessness of the night.

There are well over 57 hotels to choose from; that line across the beach front, and they have some of the best views. To select your hotel it is suggested that you do your research carefully to pick the prefect get away for you and your family; or maybe just you and that special some one?

Our favorite Hotels on our list of hot spots:

Tortuga Bay

Natura Park Eco-Resort

Barcel Punta Cana

Playa de Bvaro

Stay with any one of these enchanting hotels in Punta Cana for a vacation that you will never forget. We will surely see you again.

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