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From fresh French croissants to delicious Spanish tortillas. An insider’s view on the top cafes in the Colonial Zone. Over the past two years, we have seen a steadily increasing number of Europeans hanging out in the Colonial … Continued
Santo Domingo vacations can be as relaxing or as adventurous as you like. When you visit Santo Domingo you have a wide variety of options. Do you like exploring new areas, visiting museums and historical sites, dancing until the morning … Continued
Several hotels have recently opened in the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo, a sure sign that tourism is picking up in this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site. Every week, the physical and cultural landscape changes, with more improvements being made … Continued
One of our favorite Santo Domingo restaurants is Falafel in the Colonial Zone or “Zona Colonial”. We are always drawn back to this restaurant with thoughts of delicious falafel plates and the Classic Hummus, which is about the best we … Continued
Dominican art is bold, colorful and at times even sublime. Because it is so beautiful, people always want to return home with a painting. Be careful, though. As we mentioned in our Art Shopping section, you have to know where … Continued
Exclusive! A brand new luxury vacation condo in the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo is available for rent – weekly, monthly or annual lease. A prestigious residential development in the Zona Colonial has just placed a gorgeous one bedroom condo … Continued
If you are spending a week or more in Santo Domingo, including the Colonial Zone, we have some great ideas on vacation rentals where you can stay. While the Santo Domingo hotels are certainly attractive, the convenience of having your … Continued
The art of the Dominican Republic is surprisingly beautiful, but visitors must look beyond the mass-produced paintings being offered on El Conde in the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo. Exploring galleries, shops and museums in Santo Domingo is both an … Continued
Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The entire Colonial Zone or Zona Colonial is a wonderland of historic architecture. This area of Santo Domingo is filled with sixteenth century palaces, Spanish Colonial houses and breathtaking … Continued
In recent months, a huge project has begun to make the Colonial Zone a more attractive tourist destination, while also improving services to the area’s residents. The main tourism area near Plaza Colon, along Calle Isabel la Catolica and Calle … Continued