The Dominican Republic is the most popular tourist destination in the Caribbean and tourism its largest industry. The town of La Romana is no exception although the sugar and tobacco industries have also been key in the development of this lovely seaside town. Tracing its roots to 1502, the town was originally settled by Juan De Esquivel. Named Romana for the balance used by the early inhabitants of the area to weigh goods for export, the town was designed as a center for business and industry, although serious development of the city is more recent, starting about 100 years ago.
Today, La Romana offers visitors a variety of activities, ranging from outstanding golf getaways to jungle safaris. Snorkeling and scuba diving are also popular pastimes on the island. There are many Package Holiday Deals available to La Romana and surrounding cities on the island of the Dominican Republic.
An intriguing natural attraction found in La Romana is the Cueva de las Maravillas or Cave of Miracles. Within the vast network of caverns that form the Cave of Miracles, there are fascinating formations of stalagmites and stalactites as well as many remarkably well preserved petroglyphs, or cave paintings, on the walls of the caves. These cave paintings are believed to be a gift from the ancestors, the Taino Indians, who inhabited the island for many centuries. Some of the paintings date back as far as 1,000 B.C.
The Tabacalera de Garcia, the largest cigar factory in the world, produces fine hand-rolled cigars and is open to visitors. During tours of the factory, you will see the entire process from how the tobacco leaves are sorted right down to how the cigars are rolled and packaged. Their offerings include the Montecristo, Romeo y Julieta, Don Diego and many more with a great selection available in the on-site Cigar Shop.
Golf enthusiasts will be right at home at La Romana’s Carretera de Chavon or Teeth of the Dog golf course. Ranked as the top course in the Caribbean and 34th in the world, you will not be disappointed with this immaculately maintained course. Along with fabulous golfing, you will want to bring your camera along to capture the spectacular scenery!
