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Climate

The Dominican Republic, the eastern part of the island of Hispaniola, has a tropical climate, hot all year round, with a dry season in winter, and a rainy season which goes from late April to October along the eastern and southern coasts, while the northern coast, exposed to the trade winds, is rainy throughout the year, although it experiences a decrease in rainfall from June to September. Because of the north-east trade winds, which blow from November to March, the north facing slopes are usually wetter than those exposed to the south.

In the Dominican Republic, as generally in the Caribbean, the rains occur mainly as brief showers and thunderstorms, sometimes intense, moreover they are often concentrated in certain periods, so it may not rain for an entire week even in the rainy season. From June to November, the Dominican Republic can be affected by hurricanes, which, however, are most likely between August and October. 

The best time to visit Dominican Republic goes from December to mid-April. 
On the northern coast there is no real dry season, in fact the least rainy season is the period from June to September, which as in the rest of the country is sultry and has the danger of hurricanes; here you can choose the period from February to mid-April. If you want to go in summer, however, you can choose the north coast. 

Getting Here

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT
If you're visiting the capital, the Santo Domingo Subway system will help you get around the various points of interests. Built in 2009, the metro offers two lines, running north to south  on the Máximo Gómez avenue, and east to west on the Correa y Cidrón avenue. Subway cards are priced at RD$30 and recharges start at RD$20.

An alternative way to explore San Domingo and Santiago is to use the country's low-cost government bus network, running along the main roads from 7am to 9pm. Other bus networks such as the guaguas, voladoras andconchos (shared taxis) are also available, travelling specific routes and stopping on request. Many young men also offer a ride on their motorbikes, known as motorconchos (motorbike taxis), a great way to travel short distances swiftly, at a pre-agreed rate.

CAR
Taxi services are also readily available at airports and main hotels or can be arranged in advance. But if you prefer the flexibility and freedom of having your own car, and be able to access and explore the country's secret beaches and vista points, you will be able to rent a car from one of the many car rental companies (including several world famous brands), which can mainly be found at large airports, tourist destinations and towns.

AIR
With several airports dotted around the country, it is possible for visitors to catch one of the many domestic flights to get from one point of the island to the other. And for those looking to make it even more special, helicopter tours are also available.

History of Dominican Republic

This is a country overflowing with fascinating history, museums and exciting cultural experiences like music, art and festivals, plus special Dominican touches such as cigars, rum, chocolate, coffee, merengue, amber and larimar. The Dominican Republic makes up two-thirds (48,442 km2) of the island of Hispaniola, one of the largest Caribbean islands which also includes Haiti. From the first Spanish occupation to the current day, the history of Hispaniola and of the Dominican Republic is filled with conflict and struggle; the country is slowly rebuilding itself through elections and a promising tourism industry that promises a brighter tomorrow for this beautiful destination.

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