Domninican Republic in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Dominican Republic in the Culture Smart range of pocket-sized guide books; providing detailed information on local customs, culture, etiquette & manners & ensuring that visitors are prepared for a diverse range of social environments. The series covers an extensive number of countries worldwide & are designed both for those working & living abroad, as well as for visitors who do not want to offend, either intentionally or inadvertently. Their aim is to prevent readers from making embarrassing mistakes & feel confident in unfamiliar situations, while preparing them before arrival on what to expect & how to behave. Each guide is arranged thematically, with dedicated individual chapters on land & people, values & attitudes, customs & traditions, making friends, people at home, ‘time-out’, travelling & communicating. There is also a separate chapter for business travelers, with important information on subjects such as business culture, meetings & making appointments. A Further Reading section also offers a list of recommended other history, travel literature & language titles available on the country. ...

Dominican Republic & Haiti at 1:450, 000 on an indexed, waterproof & tear-resistant road map with topographic & tourist information, published by Reise Know-How as part of their highly acclaimed World Mapping Project. The map is double-sided to provide the best balance between a good scale & a convenient size sheet. The map divides Hispaniola east/west with a considerable overlap so that each country is presented on one side. The island ...

Dominican Republic & Haiti at 1:450, 000 on an indexed, waterproof & tear-resistant road map with topographic & tourist information, published by Reise Know-How as part of their highly acclaimed World Mapping Project. The map is double-sided to provide the best balance between a good scale & a convenient size sheet. The map divides Hispaniola east/west with a considerable overlap so that each country is presented on one side. The island’s topography is presented by altitude colouring with contours & spot heights. Swamps & in the coastal waters coral reef are marked. Internal administrative boundaries are shown with names of the provinces. Road network

Includes:: unsurfaced local roads & tracks, & indicates driving distances on main roads. Industrial of mountain railways & local airfields are also shown. Symbols highlight various places of interest, including national parks & botanical gardens, viewpoints, golf courses, beaches & surfing sites, etc. The map has latitude & longitude grid at intervals of 30’. Each country has a separate index. Map legend

Includes:: English. The map

Includes:: an inset showing the whole of the Caribbean.





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Dominican Republic at 1:450, 000 on a waterproof & tear-resistant map from the National Geographic Society, with on the reverse street plans & enlargements for most visited areas, all illustrated with numerous colour photos & descriptions. On one side is a map of the whole country at 1:450, 000. Topography is very effectively presented by contours at 100m intervals with additional altitude shading, spot heights & names of mountain ranges, plus graphics and/or colouring for forested areas, swamps, mangrove & coral reefs in the coastal waters. Road network

Includes:: selected tracks & paths, with distances shown on main routes. Crossing points to Haiti are indicated, & domestic airports or airstrips are marked. Also shown are internal administrative boundaries with names of the provinces. Symbols highlight various places of interest, including surfing, diving & deep sea fishing sights, shipwrecks, golf courses, caves, etc. The map also prominently shows the country’s numerous protected areas, with a separate index listing national parks, forest reserves, natural monuments, national recreation areas, scientific reserves, wildlife refuges & marine mammal sanctuaries. The map has a UTM grid, plus latitude & longitude margin ticks at intervals of 20’. Apart from the protected areas, only a short index of selected towns is provided. On the reverse is an overview plan of Santo Domingo, naming main streets & districts & indicating locations of main sights. A more detailed enlargement shows the Colonial Old City. Also provided are enlargements showing in greater detail the Samana Peninsula, Lake Enriquillo & environs, Del Este National Park & the Cordillera Central around Pico Duarte, the highest point in the Caribbean. Across both sides of the map are numerous colour photos & descriptions of sights, fauna & flora.

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Dominican Republic & Haiti in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

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Plunge down the Rio Yaque del Norte, paddling for dear life
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Laminated & waterproof tourist map of the Dominican Republic with street plans of Santo Domingo, Santiago & Puerto Plata. The main map covers the country at 1:600, 000, with relief shading, spot heights & names of various mountain ranges showing its topography. National parks are highlighted & symbols mark locations of various places of interest, including beaches, scuba diving & windsurfing sites, etc. On the reverse there are plans of central Santo Domingo with an enlargement for its old colonial district, Santiago & Puerto Plata, highlighting places of interest & various facilities including selected accommodation. Both the main map & the plans are indexed with lists of localities/streets & places of interest. Also included are enlargements showing the environs of Santo Domingo & Puerto Plata, a distance table for the country’s road network, & climate charts. ...

Dominican Republic in the Eyewitness Top 10 series from Dorling Kindersley is a condensed format guide book featuring dozens of illustrated, top ten lists for the traveller regardless of their disposable budget. To save you time & money a Top 10 Things to Avoid is also included. Top 10 lists are given for things to see & do across the Dominican Republic, as well as the top ten features of particular locations or events. Practicalities are not forgotten as Top 10s are also provided for topics such as planning your trip, getting around & shopping. Accommodation lists provide the ten most recommended places to stay for a range of budgets, whilst restaurant top tens feature as the guide works its way through the location in question. Simple, small street plans illustrate the location of the top ten recommends within their neighbourhoods & basic, fold out maps form the inside covers. An additional pull out feature of the guide suggests ideas on how to spend your day & a phrase section is included which will help the traveller to acclimatise. ...

DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Dominican Republic will lead you straight to the very best on offer. Whether you`re looking for the things not to miss at the Top 10 sights, or want to find the best nightspots; this guide is the perfect pocket-sized companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists
- from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events & festivals
- there`s even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. The guide is divided by area with restaurant reviews for each, as well as recommendations for hotels, bars & places to shop. You`ll find the insider knowledge every visitor needs & explore every corner effortlessly with DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Dominican Republic & its free pull-out map. DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Dominican Republic
- showing you what others only tell you.


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