Destination Guide to The Dominican Republic
OVERVIEW
The Dominican Republic, renowned for its white sandy beaches, lush vegetation & tropical mountains, also boasts the best golf courses the Caribbean has to offer. If your idea of the perfect getaway is playing golf on spectacular courses, intertwined with relaxing on stunning beaches, this is the holiday for you.
Highlights of Dominican Republic
• World class golf courses and resorts
• Amazing accommodation & stunning beaches
• Fantastic year-round Caribbean climate
• Direct flights from Gatwick & Manchester
• A warm & welcoming hospitality
• Much more than just golfing & beaches, if more is needed
Where to Stay
The best courses in The Dominican Republic are located in and around the beaches of Punta Cana & Bavaro on the Eastern tip of the Island, or Casa de Campo & La Romana in the Southeast, both easily accessible from Punta Cana airport.
With courses designed by some of the legends, Tom Fazio, Peter Dye & Jack Nicklaus, it’s a golfing destination that is hard to beat. With stunning beaches, a warm year-round climate & accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets, paradise awaits.
Punta Cana & Bavaro
Offering miles of beautiful white sandy beaches, turquoise waters & beachfront hotels to suit all tastes and budgets, this is an area of coastline that is hard to upscale anywhere in the Caribbean.
Conveniently located close to Punta Cana airport, this is the ideal spot to unwind, relax and recharge after 18 holes of golf, or for the more adventurous there is an abundance of water sports and trips available to keep you entertained.
Nearby Notable Golf Courses
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With some of the most stunning coastline holes, argued by many that this gem should be included within the world’s top 100 course. Discover more here
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Designed by Tom Fazio and opened in 2010, Corales is an exclusive and dramatic 18-hole course with six Caribbean Oceanside holes rating among the World’s finest Golf Experiences. Discover more here
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Golf Magazine has compared La Cana to Pebble Beach and declared it the “number one course in the Caribbean.” Discover more here
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a Nicklaus Golf design, this offers a stunning collection of challenging and enjoyable holes. Discover more here
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Dominican Republics best golf course 2022, World Golf Awards.
Casa de Campo & La Romana
Pristine beaches, an array of accommodation options and the best golf course in the Caribbean await those venturing to La Romana.
Situated an hour southwest of Punta Cana airport, the town has an international feel to it and offers plenty for those seeking an alternative evening, from delicious restaurants to beachfront bars and music venues, it’s perfect for those seeking a little extra to just a hotel stay.
Nearby Notable Golf Courses
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Meticulously hand carved from the rugged rock and coral of the Dominican coastline, the hard-fought and challenging creation of Teeth of the Dog is an apt description for what playing a round can be like. Discover more here
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A stunning golf course in a unique and picturesque setting. Discover more here
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A top drawer golf course that plays a fine supporting role to its tougher siblings. Discover more here
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Thanks to the combination of lush greenery and majestic lakes, along with the proximity of the Caribbean Sea and the tropical forest, a round on this stunning course will leave a lasting impression on you.
Useful Information
Getting there: British Airways and TUI offer direct flights from London to Punta Cana. A weekly service is on offer from TUI and BA offer a twice weekly service enabling flexibility on duration length. Flight duration is approximately 9 hrs direct.
Currency: Dominican Peso or US Dollar
Climate: The eastern end of the Dominican Republic, where La Romana & Punta Cana are located, enjoys a warm year round climate with temperatures averaging 29 °C. Summer months between May & October are generally a little warmer with higher rainfall, Winter months between November & April are slightly cooler with less rainfall.