If you are planning for a Caribbean vacation, book the Dominican Republic villa rentals, which will offer you some great accommodation options to make your beach vacation a truly memorable one. The island of Hispaniola is part of the Greater Antilles archipelago; large stretches of white sandy beaches and clear turquoise blue waters make it a prime destination for beach lovers. Here are some of the best and less crowded beaches on the island where you can indulge in your favorite water sport or simply relax.
Puerto Plata (Port of Silver)
Puerto Plata is the capital of the Dominican province of Puerto Plata. The holiday resorts of Playa Dorada and Coasta Dorada are located here. Playa Dorada has a spectacular 3-mile-long beach, where you can take part in water sports such as windsurfing, water skiing, snorkeling, kayaking, banana boat and pedal boat sailing. Coasta Dorada is a 5-minute drive away from the airport at Puerto Plata. If you like a secluded beach far away from the crowds, then this is the place for you. The verdant tropical vegetation, the pristine beach and the warm tropical water all contribute to an unforgettable beach experience.
Sosua Bay
Sosua is a small fishing town located to the east of Puerto Plata. A small sheltered bay, it offers excellent conditions for Scuba Diving, with more than a dozen sites ranging from a depth of 10 meters to 30 meters. Snorkeling is another option available. The beach at Sosua is the main attraction; the U-shaped beach has fine white sand and there are plenty of options for the water sports enthusiast. The coral reefs located just 200 feet away from the beach give the visitor an opportunity to feed fish and to take some great underwater photographs.
Cabarete
Cabarete is located 14 kilometers east of Sosua. The beach here stretches 6 kilometers and is the longest beach in the Dominican Republic. The coral reef-protected Cabarete bay with its steady wind and wave breaks from 3 to 6 feet is an ideal place for windsurfing. You can hire the required gear or bring you own. For those interested in extreme sports. there is kiteboarding. The beach is regarded as one of the best places for this sport, and there are a number of kiteboarding schools located right on the beach. Surfing and skate boarding are the other pastimes available.
Punta Cana
The easternmost province of the country Punta Cana has beaches that face the Caribbean Sea as well as the Atlantic Ocean. The area has a number of holiday resorts, and the nearest town is located 40 minutes away. There are a number of beaches here, and the place is best suited for those looking for a wonderful beach, rest, and relaxation, with its fine white sandy beaches, which are largely deserted, and swaying coconut trees. This is the ideal destination for a honeymoon too. For the water sport enthusiasts, there is an array of options: parasailing, catamaran boat rides, sports fishing, diving, snorkeling and speed boats. Don't miss checking out the marine life in a glass bottom boat.
Enjoy your Caribbean holiday, sway to the Bachata, and dance the Merengue while staying in a Dominican Republic rental. Choose the best rental option from a huge list of vacation rentals at Vamoose.com, which you can sort by price, amenities and location.