The Paraíso del Sol's setting could not be more Caribbean. The resort buildings are linked to the beach by a tropical garden with hibiscus, palm tress and a small lagoon, while the beach itself is long, quiet, clean and, like others along the north coast of the Dominican Republic, stunningly beautiful.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner - and the odd Piña Colada or Cuba Libre in between! - are served at the resort's carefully chosen selection of restaurants and bars. There are three speciality, à-la-carte restaurants offering Italian, Mexican and international cuisine, as well as a buffet restaurant for those who like to try a bit of everything

Three bars, strategically located on the beach and beside the swimming pool, are on-hand to provide refreshment as you soak up the sun and enjoy the resort's other activities

The Paraíso del Sols appeal is based not only on a recipe of sun, sea and sand, but also on the wide range of activities available at the resort. Most interests are catered for either by the facilities at the resort itself or by independent businesses contracted by the Paraíso del Sol to provide special services to its guests.

For example**, the Carib Bic Centre in Cabarete offers complimentary use of its windsurfing, kayaking and snorkelling equipment for one hour per day, while the Hippocampo Dive Centre gives free scuba diving** initiation courses in the swimming pools at the resort. Guests at the Paraíso del Sol also have the option of going horseback riding** and playing Golf at one of the Caribbean's finest courses, Playa Grande, which is only a 40-minute drive along the north coast.

In the evenings after dinner, the attention switches to the stage and dance floor, where revues, live music and dancing is organised. After this, there is the option of going to Cabarete or Sosua to sample the famous nightlife of these two towns. A shuttle bus runs between the resort, Cabarete and Sosua during the day, while bar and disco trips are organised at night

Best of all Paraíso del Sol lets you choose the kind of vacation you want to enjoy. Paraiso del Sol is not only an 'all-inclusive' resort. In addition to the 'all-inclusive' meal plan, you also have the option to choose a standard plan.