The authors - one of whom is a Dominican Republic native - share intimate knowledge of this island nation. Virgin beaches, 16th-century Spanish ruins, the Caribbean's highest mountain, exotic wildlife and vast forest reserves will lure you here. And this book will show you around. Immense detail on the culture, the history, the beliefs of the people (how they relate to one another and to you) plus the economy and politics - so you will be far more than a casual tourist. Diving, hiking, wildlife, parks, tours, getting around, carnivals and celebrations, services, shopping - all are covered in detail. Accommodations run the gamut from luxury resorts to bare-bones camping facilities. The authors recommend places to eat, too ? including roadside shacks selling local delicacies. Descriptions of the best nightlife in every town, from Sosua to Santo Domingo and the tiny towns in between. Over 20 town and regional maps plus color photos.

作者们--其中一位是多米尼加共和国人--分享了对这个岛国的深入了解。处女海滩、16世纪的西班牙遗迹、加勒比海最高的山峰、异国的野生动物和广阔的森林保护区将吸引你来这里。而这本书将带你参观。本书详细介绍了文化、历史、人民的信仰（他们之间以及与你之间的关系）以及经济和政治--因此你将不仅仅是一个普通的游客。潜水、徒步旅行、野生动物、公园、旅游、交通、狂欢节和庆祝活动、服务、购物--所有这些都有详细的介绍。住宿方面，从豪华度假村到简陋的露营设施一应俱全。作者还推荐了吃饭的地方，包括出售当地美食的路边摊。从索苏阿到圣多明各以及中间的小城镇，每个城镇的最佳夜生活都有描述。20多张城镇和地区地图以及彩色照片。