Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Travel Tips

There are 21 miles of beaches in Punta Cana. (Photo: Footprint on sand, Punto Cana beach on Atlantic ocean image by vadiko from Fotolia.com )

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Punta Cana is a popular vacation destination within the Dominican Republic on the island of Hispanola. In this city, there are 21 miles of beaches, many of which are public and some that are clothing-optional. Punta Cana has become the most popular tourist area on the island due to its acres of white sand and aqua-blue water. It continues to grow with new resorts--mostly all-inclusive. It is a wonderful place for a beach vacation, but there are some things you should keep in mind when making plans.

Location

Punta Cana is on the east coast of the Dominican Republic, at the point of the island where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea. If you are looking to surf or go whale-watching, the rougher ocean might be a better choice than the warmer, calmer sea. Note that a hotel may list its location as Punta Cana, but this also encompasses the towns of Uvero Alto, Cap Cana, Cabeza de Toro, El Cortecito, Arena Gorda, Macao and Bavaro, a popular area beach for all-inclusive resorts.