Alternatives
Alternatives to Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic costs USD 120–250 per person per day at a mid-range style and is at its best November to April. These 8 destinations are the closest genuine substitutes in the catalogue.
Comparisons use modelled on-the-ground daily estimates per person, excluding international airfare. They are not live prices.

Why these, and not a longer list
Every destination here shares either the region or at least two of Dominican Republic's strongest interests, and every row states the specific reason it qualifies. Places that would only pad the page out are left off.
Alternatives to Dominican Republic
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Colombia
ColombiaColombia is strong in July, August, when {anchor} is not.
- USD 70–120 per person per day
- 49% cheaper per day
- Best December to March
- 2
Thailand
ThailandThailand is strong at the same things: beach and relaxation and nightlife.
- USD 80–130 per person per day
- 43% cheaper per day
- Best November to March
- 3
Bali & Lombok
IndonesiaBali & Lombok is strong in May, June, July, when {anchor} is not.
- USD 70–135 per person per day
- 45% cheaper per day
- Best April to October
- 4
Brazil
BrazilBrazil is strong in May, August, September, when {anchor} is not.
- USD 120–200 per person per day
- 14% cheaper per day
- Best August to November
- 5
Kerala & Goa
IndiaKerala & Goa is strong at the same things: beach and relaxation and nightlife.
- USD 55–100 per person per day
- 58% cheaper per day
- Best November to March
- 6
Mexico
MexicoMexico is strong at the same things: beach and relaxation and nightlife.
- USD 80–150 per person per day
- 38% cheaper per day
- Best November to April
- 7
South Africa
South AfricaSouth Africa is strong in September, October, when {anchor} is not.
- USD 83–170 per person per day
- 32% cheaper per day
- Best February to April
- 8
Sri Lanka
Sri LankaSri Lanka is strong in July, August, when {anchor} is not.
- USD 70–130 per person per day
- 46% cheaper per day
- Best December to March
