East Coast Holidays

The East Coast... A sun-drenched stretch of white sands, swaying palms, and all-inclusive energy, where adventure, indulgence, and Caribbean cool collide in one epic beach blowout.

Highlights

• 🏖️ Punta Cana’s legendary beaches – Soft sands, turquoise waters, and coconut palms for days

• 🍹 All-inclusive heaven – Swanky resorts with bottomless cocktails, infinity pools, and beach butlers

• 🛶 Saona Island day trips – Catamarans, starfish-strewn shallows, and pure desert-island vibes

• 🧗 Eco-adventures in Scape Park – Zip-lining, cenotes, and caves all in one lush playground

• 🕺 Vibrant nightlife – From beach bars to banging nightclubs (hello, Coco Bongo!)

Getting around

Getting around the East Coast is pretty seamless – especially if you're staying in resort-rich areas like Punta Cana, Bávaro, or La Romana. Most resorts offer airport shuttles, and taxis are easy to find if you want to explore. There’s also a handy network of tour operators offering day trips to Saona Island, Altos de Chavón, or adventure parks. If you're keen to go DIY, rental cars are available, but keep your wits about you – local driving can be... spirited. For shorter journeys, motoconchos (motorbike taxis) are everywhere, though maybe skip them if you’re in your party dress.

Things to do for families on the East Coast

The East Coast is a family favourite for good reason – with beaches made for sandcastles, calm waters for paddling, and tonnes of action to keep the kids buzzing. Head to Scape Park for zip-lining, underground caves, and swimming in cenotes – all wrapped up in a safe, fun setting. Dolphin Discovery Punta Cana lets kids meet dolphins, manatees and sea lions, while the Bávaro Adventure Park offers trampolines, zorb balls and jungle buggies for little thrill-seekers. Prefer your family time horizontal? Most resorts have amazing pools and splash zones, plus babysitting and kids’ clubs if you fancy some grown-up time (wink wink).

Things to do for couples on the East Coast

Whether you’re on a honeymoon, babymoon or just “we deserve a break” trip, the East Coast delivers serious romantic credentials. Start with a sunrise stroll along Macao Beach, one of the less crowded (and wildly gorgeous) stretches of coast. Book a couples’ massage at a resort spa – bonus points if it's in a thatched cabana right on the beach. Want some adventure with your amore? Take a horseback ride along the coast, or do a sunset catamaran cruise with champagne in hand. For dinner, head to a beachfront spot in Cap Cana – toes in the sand, candlelight, and fresh lobster on your plate. Love. Actually.

Things to do for groups on the East Coast

Big group? Big energy? The East Coast has you covered. Start with a catamaran booze cruise to Saona Island – clear seas, DJ decks, open bar, and major tropical bragging rights. If you’re the competitive type, go head-to-head on ATVs through the jungle or book a paintball session at Bávaro Adventure Park. Want nightlife? Coco Bongo Punta Cana is part show, part club, all madness – think acrobats, confetti cannons, and dance-offs until 3am. By day, chill on Playa Bávaro with sun loungers, cocktails, and maybe a banana boat ride or two. Whether you're squad-deep or on a hen/stag do, this coast knows how to throw a party.

Things to do for foodies on the East Coast

Get your forks ready, food lovers – the East Coast is a culinary playground full of Caribbean spice and international flavour. Start with mangu for breakfast – mashed plantains with fried cheese, eggs, and salami (sounds weird, tastes like heaven). Seafood is king here – try grilled red snapper, octopus ceviche, or lobster guisado straight from a beach shack. The all-inclusives serve global buffets, but venture out to local spots in El Cortecito or Los Corales for proper Dominican eats – sancocho, tostones, and rum-soaked everything. Wash it down with fresh coconut water or go bold with mamajuana, the local tipple of herbs, honey, and high spirits (literally). Just pace yourself – it bites back.