http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_sun.gifThe average temperature is 77°F, with August being the warmest month and January the coolest. Summer temperatures range from 89-95°F, winter from 75-90°F. The main rainy season is between June and October, when it is hottest.http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/destination/main_dest_lrm_1.jpgLa Romana<FONT FACE="ARIAL" SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" CLASS="H3STYLE"><B>Playground of the Rich and Famous</B></FONT><BR><BR>90 minutes southwest of Punta Cana and 90 minutes east of Santo Domingo lies La Romana, the playground of the rich and famous and home the famous Casa de Campo. A sports enthusiast's dream. This 7000 acre resort community is home to international polo matches, 4 top-ranked championship 18-hole golf courses (the best in the Caribbean) and other outdoor sporting activities. Home to the spectacular Altos de Chavon, a 16th century Mediterranean village replica with great shopping, bars and restaurants. The Night Show at Altos de Chavon is a must! Also home to Saona Island and Catalina Island that has the most popular sailing and snorkeling excursions.<br><br>Only a 3 1/2 hour non-stop flight from New York.<br><br>Remember! Only Apple Vacations includes the services of our Exclusive Resort Representatives FREE of charge in All Punta Cana Vacation Packages.Apple...."We're there beyond the Click"http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/destination/map_dest_lrm.jpgSunscape Casa del MarAll-InclusiveSilk white beaches, like a flowing carpet, cover miles of pristine shoreline with thousands of feathery coconuts soaring to a sky...G5http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lrm_200397paa_t.jpgIberostar Hacienda DominicusAll-InclusiveBeautifully set on a sandy beach framing the Caribbean, the Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus claims the same outstanding features...G5http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_G.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lrm_211362paa_t.jpgCasa De CampoThis deluxe resort is home to Teeth of the Dog Golf Course ranked #1 in the Caribbean !A5http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lrm_200176paa_t.jpgCanoa Coral by HiltonAll-InclusiveThis pretty resort is situationed on a stretch of beach fronting the clear aqua sea, next to a national park.The Canoa Coral...A4http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lrm_211714paa_t.jpgSantana Beach Resort Hotel & CasinoAll-InclusiveLooking for a fun-filled family vacation or a romantic getaway? Either way this tropical treasure could be just the place. The...A3http://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/icon_apple_A.gifhttp://www.applevacations.com/appleweb/images/hotels/lrm_212174paa_t.jpgHipersalt lake (three times saltier than the Caribbean Sea), the largest of the Antilles. Native species of flora & fauna live here, such as alligators, iguanas, cactus and migrating birds.Paradise-like enclave on the northeastern shores of Samana Bay, with lush forests, pristine beaches and small hotels with cabins. Catch a sight of humpback whales from January through March.Located in the reserve of New Valley, it's the highest waterfall in the Antilles, with a free-fall of 60 meters.90 minutes east of Santo Domingo, this 7000 acre resort community is widely known as the playground of the jet set. The golf courses here are ranked number one in the Caribbean. Visit this inter-mountain valley of the Central mountain range situated more than 500 meters above sea level. Enjoy adventures such as rafting, canoeing, mountain biking, horseback riding or tubing.Travel to and from La Romana uses the <b>LRM - La Romana; SDQ - Santo Domingo Las Americas Int'l Airport</b>.Departure taxes are generally <b>$15 LRM; $10 SDQ; $10 Tourist Card</b>You must be at least 25 years old to rent a car, and you'll need a valid driver's license from your home country or an international driving permit. Although we do not recommend renting a car, car rentals are available for approximately $50 - $65 per day. Several internationally recognized companies (I.e. Hertz, Avis and Budget) operate in competition with many local operators. The latter usually offer customers substantially lower prices, but could be a source of problems in case of accidents. Insurance is relatively expensive, collision-damage waiver is essential if you don't want to pay for the full value of repairs for damages in cases of accident. Be sure to check that there is adequate coverage if you rent from the local operators and that there is a spare tire and jack for repairs.The currency in La Romana is the <b>he Dominican Peso. Exchange rates vary. As ofs 02/01/05 30 pesos = $1</b>.Valid U.S. passport, or a state issued birth certificate with raised seal and photo ID backup, along with a $10 tourist card which you purchase upon arrival.Children under 14 years of age are not required to have photo identification when traveling with parents.A 23% gov't tax is added to all bills, including a 10% service charge. All hotel and restaurant taxes and tips are included in Apple Vacations All-Inclusive Vacations.Getting maried in Punta Cana is popular. A couple needs to inform the hotel at least one month in advance, with a minimum of 15 days notice, in order to reserve the judge, look for hotels offering wedding packages who will handle this for you. The hotel will inform guests of all the required documents they need to present in order to legally wed in the D.R.