Articles by Lebawit Lily Girma

Tips + Trends

Best Holiday Getaways in South America, Mexico and the Bahamas

From Buenos Aires and Lima to Santiago, Mexico City and the Bahamas, the holiday season’s sunny, temperate weather is excuse enough to venture out and explore in December and January. And these destinations offer many…
Tips + Trends

Taking Pause: How Slow Travel Is Changing the Way We Explore

Twelve years ago, I vacationed in Jamaica for six weeks. I was a burnt-out corporate attorney in need of rest, a change of scenery and a prolonged escape from the rat race. Within the first…
Weekend Getaways

Extend Your Summer Weekends on a Caribbean or Mexican Getaway

Whether it’s a picnic for two on a secluded beach, spotting wildlife in a national park, sailing to offshore isles or staying in a cloud forest, summer weekends across the Caribbean offer endless options to…
Dominican Republic

Explore the Dominican Republic’s History at 4 Off-the-Beaten Path Sites

Every year, visitors flock to the Colonial City of Santo Domingo to learn about the history, architecture, and characters of the first permanent European settlement of the Americas. After all, it’s where the Spaniards built…
Dominican Republic

Festive Dominican Republic: Colorful Celebrations to Check Out Every Year

If there’s one thing Dominicans are known for, it’s their deep love of music, dancing, and celebration. While you can witness this passion any time of the year, a handful of annual events — from…
Eat + Drink

Best Dominican Republic Foods to Try

The Dominican Republic is a melting pot of ethnicities, primarily Taíno, Spanish, and African. Throughout the years since the 19th century, the island has also welcomed a wave of immigrants from the Canary Islands, Italy,…
Road Trips

Coasts To Peaks: Scenic Road Trips Beyond Punta Cana

The Dominican Republic enjoys a vast network of modern highways, making it quite easy to explore the country on your own. Drive away from the beach resort towns to see a surprisingly diverse landscape, as…
Tips + Trends

From Caving to Drum Making: Underrated Adventures in the Dominican Republic

Dreaming of those long beach walks and postcard-worthy photos you’ll snap as soon as you land in the Dominican Republic? You’re not alone. But there’s another side of the DR you should experience along with…
Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo’s Best Live Music Venues

One of Santo Domingo’s biggest draws is its appreciation for live music. Merengue and bachata dominate, as well as son and salsa. But live rock and jazz also feature regularly. You can catch a performance…
Dominican Republic

Gemstones to Chocolate: Your Essential Dominican Republic Shopping Guide

Between chocolate bars, coffee and semiprecious stones, you might need a separate budget for all the tempting Dominican souvenirs and gifts you’ll want for yourself or for your loved ones. Here are the top items…