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Dominican Republic

A Local's Guide to Juan Dolio

A beach town 30 minutes from the airport, and a base for exploring the southeast
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Harry Alvarez
April 13, 2026

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Dominican Republic

A Local's Guide to Bayahibe

Beaches, cenotes, and marine life on the Dominican Republic's southeastern coast

By 
Harry Alvarez
April 10, 2026
Dominican Republic

A Local's Guide to Santo Domingo

Our team's favorite places to eat, explore, and experience in the Dominican Republic's capital city

By 
Harry Alvarez
April 7, 2026
Dominican Republic

Traveling to the Dominican Republic: What to Know Before You Go

Practical advice from a team that lives and works in Santo Domingo

By 
Harry Alvarez
April 6, 2026
Dominican Republic

La Vuelta al Lago (Enriquillo)

Un recorrido por el sur profundo de República Dominicana, lleno de historia, naturaleza y comunidad.

By 
Ivelisa Cueva
February 17, 2026
Dominican Republic

What Drew Me to Offbeat Travel

What happens when your work culture actually matches the kind of tourism you believe in.

By 
Ivelisa Cueva
February 5, 2026
Dominican Republic

Olores, sabores e historia: Flavors of the Dominican Republic

A love letter to Dominican cooking — told through family secrets and firewood smoke.

By 
Lidia Philippe
September 14, 2025
Costa Rica

Decolonizing Travel in the Age of Climate Crisis: Lessons from Community Work in Costa Rica

How community-based tourism in Costa Rica offers a model for climate-conscious travel.

By 
Diego Amey Fonseca
August 1, 2025
Dominican Republic

🌍 Be a Traveler, Not Just a Tourist, No Matter Where You Are

A program coordinator reflects on guiding students through the Dominican Republic — and what they taught her.

By 
Daniela Reggiori
July 28, 2025
Costa Rica

Stay Safe While Having Fun: A Powerful Training to Work with Young Minds

Inside Offbeat's annual staff training and the philosophy behind working with young travelers.

By 
Brandon Gonzalez
July 25, 2025
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