Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is an island country made up of the island of Hispaniola. Hispaniola is divided into the states of Haiti (west) and Dominican Republic (east). The capital Santo Domingo is located on the south coast of the island. The Dominican Republic is known for its beautiful beaches, diverse landscape and vibrant culture. The most popular holiday destinations include the cities of Puerto Plata, Punta Cana and Samaná.