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When it comes to the Caribbean, there’s a reason the Dominican Republic is one of the area’s most-visited destinations. From mountains, waterfalls and colonial architecture to a dramatic shoreline defined by the contrast of pristine sandy beaches and towering cliffs, there’s a backdrop to suit any type of getaway to this Caribbean gem.

Add that to the Dominican Republic’s famously warm locals, and you have a surefire recipe for a great vacation. Let these images of the local beaches and architecture inspire your next trip to the Dominican Republic.

(Featured image: L.C. Nøttaasen)

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Marissa WillmanMarissa Willman earned a bachelor's degree in journalism before downsizing her life into two suitcases for a teaching gig in South Korea. Seoul was her home base for two years of wanderlusting throughout six countries in Asia. In 2011, Marissa swapped teaching for travel writing and now calls Southern California home.

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