Dominican Republic Dec.--Jan. 2009 January 4th 2010 It's early in the year. There is too much traveling to do and we will begin soon. My name is Don and my wife is Chris. We have both traveled a fair amount and are excited to get on with a lot more. We have just returned from the Dominican Republic where we spent the Holidays with our three sons and daughter-in-law. Last time in the DR, 1976. Things have changed--LOTS. ... read more
Central America Caribbean » Dominican Republic » Cabarete Explored and claimed by Columbus on his first voyage in 1492, the island of Hispaniola became a springboard for Spanish conquest of the Caribbean and the American mainland. In 1697, Spain recognized French dominion over the western third of the islan... ... read more