La Romana, my husband's hometown features many beautiful and exciting areas to visit. One of it's main attractions is it's luxorious live-in and visit resort Casa De Campo. This resort town features an Old Spanish town called Altos de Chavon, an old Spanish settlement from the 1400's featuring a remarkable amphitheatre, church, an old town area and an impressive view of the Chavon River. Altos de Chavon is a beautiful little town from the past and is much of it is now a university for art students.

La Isla Saona is a separate island located to the southeast of the Dominican Republic. Known for being a virgin island of pristine beaches and diverse wild life, the island is a beautiful getaway that can only be accessed via boat. There is no city on the island but still the locals live off the lucious agriculture of the island. Near the island is also a large natural pool of crystal clear water. This was a must-do for my husband and I and it was an amazing experience and I highly reccomend it.

Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic and also the first city in all the Americas. This was a must-see as it has one of the oldest and richest colonial heritages in the Americas. My husband and I visted the first church of America Basilica Cathedral Santa Maria La Menor, an amazing Spanish style displaying beautfiful and exquisitely detailed mosaics and statues. La Zona Colonial, or the Colonial Zone is the heart of Santo Domingo as much of it's culture and heritage lay in this zone. Along with the church, we visted the oldest militairy establishment in America, La Fortaleza Ozama, an impressive fortification ticked away in the colonial zone's coast allowing a view of the Ozama river. We also visited the National Pantheon, where all the country's most influential people are buried featuring and extraordinary fresco of the annunciation by El Greco .

Moreover, the Plaza Maria de Toledo, honoring one of the first women to set foot in the New World. Another major attraction is the Consistorial Palace, the first constitutional institution in America featuring its sumptuous architecture. Lastly, we also visted Colombus' first home in the Americas, El Alcazar de Colon where all subsequent governors of the island also resided. Santo Domingo not only has a historical significance, but it boasts stunning boardwalks, delicious and cheap restaurants, and areas with a huge range of activities to do. It shows that the Dominican Republic does not only have to be about enjoying the beautiful beaches and sun, but one can venture into the city life as well.