Near the city of La Romana on the southern coast, the Casa de Campo resort is the ideal place to discover the luxurious side of the Dominican Republic. More than 50 years in existence, the resort is probably best known for its three golf courses. One of these, the Teeth of the Dog, is considered to be the best in the Caribbean.
If golf isn’t your game, there’s tennis, shooting, equestrianism, a soccer school and water-sports. There’s a lot of fun for kids at Casa de Campo too, with an impressive range of activity programmes tailored to different age groups, from toddler to teen.
You need never be hungry at Casa de Campo, with a host of restaurants, bars and lounges offering up a creative mix of international and regional flavours. The views of the ocean from its Minitas Beach Club make this a great choice for dinner too, with live music and DJs often adding to the ambiance. A spa, gym and a beautiful marina are also part of the resort experience.
The waterside village of Altos de Chavon mimics a Mediterranean aesthetic from the 1500s, yet it’s only 40 years old. This place is a must-see, with artists’ studios, galleries and an impressive 5,000- seat amphitheatre hosting top music acts among its cultural attractions.
Nearby, the city of La Romana has plenty more to see and do, from shopping in the daily markets to casinos, clubs and beaches. You can take your leave of La Romana via boat and visit the offshore islands of Catalina and Saona. Here, you’ll find turtles, coral reefs and white sand beaches – what more reason would you need to make the trip?