A Puerto Plata Primer
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We Love The Caribbean - Beaches, Festivals, Sports & Fine Food Keep Drawing Canadians In Record Numbers
August 2011

Canadians love the Caribbean. In fact, we like it so much we make up 11% of the visitors to the region. Why? Plenty of reasons. Beaches, sunshine and... more >>

I Do In The DR
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide

It’s a wedding trend that’s a definite win-win. More and more couples are voting with their passports – they’re choosing the Dominican... more >>

The Sporting DR
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide

An intriguing hike or an inviting beach is never far away. The diverse island geography includes tropical rainforests, mountain wilderness, mangrove... more >>


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Lovin’ The Caribbean – Fun, Friends & Fantastic Getaways Down South
August 2010

Canadians love the Caribbean. Why? Plenty of reasons. Beaches, sunshine and water sports head the list. But the crackling mix of cultures makes for... more >>

A Beautiful Island Paradise - Bountiful Beaches, Outdoor Fun & Caribbean Culture In The D.R.
March 2008

In the heart of an archipelago surrounded by Cuba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean... more >>

What's Up Caribbean? - What's New & Surprising In The Caribbean This Winter
August 2008

The mercury’s still soaring, but soon snowbirds will be planning the annual migration to their favourite island nests. Time to get ready. Canadian... more >>


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We Love The Caribbean - Beaches, Festivals, Sports & Fine Food Keep Drawing Canadians In Record Numbers
August 2011
Canadians love the Caribbean. In fact, we like it so much we make up 11% of the visitors to the region. Why? Plenty of reasons. Beaches, sunshine and... more >>
I Do In The DR
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
It’s a wedding trend that’s a definite win-win. More and more couples are voting with their passports – they’re choosing the Dominican... more >>
The Sporting DR
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
An intriguing hike or an inviting beach is never far away. The diverse island geography includes tropical rainforests, mountain wilderness, mangrove... more >>
History Lives In Santo Domingo
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
With so many beautiful beaches competing for the attention of tourists, it would be easy to overlook Santo Domingo, the capital city of the Dominican... more >>
Samaná: From The Rainforest To The Coastline
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
On the Samaná Peninsula, nature occurs in the drama of green, jungle-draped mountainsides, the sensuous curve of a perfect powder-white beach, the... more >>
The Big Trip: Punta Cana
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
Once just a quiet spot on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, the towns of Punta Cana and Bávaro have exploded into a resort zone of... more >>
A Puerto Plata Primer
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
As planeloads of winter-weary Canadians head south for a mid-winter break, there’s a good chance that they’re headed for the airport at Puerto... more >>
The DR Au Naturel
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
The clear waters and dazzling scenery of the Dominican Republic are seductive to those hoping to discover the panorama of life underwater and ashore.... more >>
La Romana In A Week
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
It’s a little quieter on the south coast of the Dominican Republic. Mass tourism has made its mark; but the sea is a little calmer here, the pace... more >>
Cultural Treasures
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
The Dominican Republic is known for its natural beauty – the pristine beaches fringed by palm trees, the richness of the rainforest and the sheer... more >>
Delicious DR
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
Thanks to a perfect mix of geography and climate, the farmers’ fields of the Dominican Republic spillover year-round with an abundance of fruits... more >>
Beaches 101
March 2011 Nolitours & Transat Holidays Guide to the DR Destination Guide
A beach is a beach is a beach, right? Not so fast. While northerners love to travel to the warm Dominican Republic to escape the snow and ice, the... more >>
Lovin’ The Caribbean – Fun, Friends & Fantastic Getaways Down South
August 2010
Canadians love the Caribbean. Why? Plenty of reasons. Beaches, sunshine and water sports head the list. But the crackling mix of cultures makes for... more >>
A Beautiful Island Paradise - Bountiful Beaches, Outdoor Fun & Caribbean Culture In The D.R.
March 2008
In the heart of an archipelago surrounded by Cuba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean... more >>
Numbers Up In The DR
April 2008
The Dominican Republic’s tourism industry roared towards a banner year in 2007, with a record-breaking number of tourists visiting the island. From... more >>
CHA Marketplace 2008
February 2008
The Caribbean Hotel Association’s (CHA) Marketplace was held January 13 to 15 at Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas. Considered the most... more >>
The Popular Ones - Part One Of Our Look At Hot Spots In The Sun
February 2008
This month, Canadian Traveller explores some popular sun destinations offered by major tour operators. Costa Rica, several destinations in Cuba, the... more >>
What's Up Caribbean? - What's New & Surprising In The Caribbean This Winter
August 2008
The mercury’s still soaring, but soon snowbirds will be planning the annual migration to their favourite island nests. Time to get ready. Canadian... more >>