The Dominican Republic is the place to be if you are thinking of organising that special meeting or incentive trip. From lavish resorts and stunning hotels to well-equipped convention centres and matchless historic venues and not to mention its warm and hospitable people, the Dominican Republic offers unique meetings in paradise. Delegates will also enjoy an array of sandy beaches, dazzling landscapes, lush green forests, exotic cuisine and a remarkable variety of art and entertainment options.

Dominican Republic has over 1,000 miles of stunning coastline and beaches which are widely celebrated as being among the world�s best. Also a favourite golfing destination, the Dominican Republic is fast becoming the golf mecca of the Caribbean, with courses offering dramatic coastal views and year-round warm weather. The Dominican Republic was recently named �Golf Destination of the Year for the Caribbean and Latin America� by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) at its annual award ceremony for the golf tourism industry.

From the north to the south, meeting delegates will find exciting sports, effervescent nightlife and festivals, magnificent national parks and world-class accommodations. In addition to golf, other outdoor activities like snorkelling, kite boarding, boating or cascading down waterfalls are other thrilling ways to experience the natural beauty of the island. Exceptional value is another plus. The Dominican Republic�s world-class resorts and hotels offer expansive meeting venues and restaurants that are very affordable compared to rates in the U.S., Canada and other Caribbean countries. Dominican Republic�s lush tropical country offers a fantastic combination of environments to capture your group�s imagination and refresh the soul. And with eight international airports, paradise has never been easier to explore. So bring your group to this breathtaking island sanctuary and create meetings that will be remembered for a lifetime. Dominican Republic online Meeting Planner is available on: http://www.godominicanrepublic.com/images/pdfs/DR%20FINAL%20ENTIRE%20Book.pdf Please contact us for further information and to register for fam trips in 2009.

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About Dominican Republic: Rich in history, the Dominican Republic�s first tourist was Christopher Columbus in 1492. Since then, it has developed into a diverse and luxurious destination offering both Dominican Republic and European flavours to more than 220,000 British visitors each year. A leader in eco-tourism, the Dominican Republic created the world�s first Whale Sanctuary and has established protection zones for more than 20 percent of its land and coastal areas. The country boasts some of the world�s best golf courses and beaches, the largest marinas in the Caribbean and is a chosen escape for celebrities, couples and families. Visit the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism�s official Web site at: www.godominicanrepublic.com or call +44 (0)20 7242 7778.

Esther Smith ESP (Esther Smith Promotions) 39 Pennignton Close Colden Common Winchester Hampshire SO21 1UR T/F: 01962 711239 - M: 07768 901197 esp@esthersmith.biz or esthercsmith@hotmail.com