Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic - The Caribbean's most geographically diverse country, showcasing everything from tropical rainforests and alpine ranges to mangrove swamps and desert expanses. These natural gifts offer superb adventure travel and eco-tourism options, catering for mountain-bikers, trekkers, watersport fanatics among other outdoor enthusiasts.

Perfect Weather: Average yearly temperature is a tropical 78-88*degrees

Main City: Santo Domingo

Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time~ Does not practice daylight savings.

Language: Spanish

Highlights:

• Punta Cana- Boasting a series of wide white beaches that stretch nearly uninterrupted for 35 miles, has a well-deserved reputation as one of the most affordable destinations in the Caribbean.
• Puerto Plata- The first beach destination developed for tourism in the Dominican Republic, it remains one of its most popular, with a long string of affordable beachfront resorts and a reputation as one of the best spots for windsurfing in the world. North Coast resorts, including laid-back
• Cabarete- On the North Coast, Cabarete is famous for kiteboarding and also a well known snorkeling area.
• Limon- A impressive waterfall, that is 52 meter high cascading into a amazing swimming hole.
• Santo Domingo- One of the oldest city's, where Christopher Columbus first landed! Stroll the cobblestone streets, shop Mercado Modelo handcraft market, experience some local food.                                           

Civil (legal) Marriage requirements:

*Valid passport
*Birth certificate (translated)
*Marriage application
*If applicable, death or divorce decrees
*Notarized Declaration of Single status
*Two witness - no relation
*Arrive 3 business days before

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