December 2nd, 2009 by eShop600

Draw in the stunning picturesque and scenic views of the Dominican Republic Caribbean Island, brought to you by British Airways. Let this holiday destination open your eyes to a world of beautiful culture importance. Take a relaxing stroll to the capital of the island – Santo Domingo’s Colonial Zone, located on the southern coast. Explore the attractive 16th-century stone buildings and cobblestone streets in the blistering sun, and then kick off your sandals in a local café with a rum cocktail to cool you down.

Dominican Republic Holidays with British Airways offer more cultural experiences – choose to dance the Dominican Republic’s lively fast-paced traditional dance, the merengue, at a fun, atmospheric club. After, opt for visiting beautiful contemporary masterpieces at the La Romana’s Altos de Chavon district art gallery.

For the more adventurous holidaymakers, take advantage of the Dominican Republic’s forested island. Mountain-hike the Mount Isabel de Torres, and take in the astounding, breath-taking island scenery. The stunning, luscious mountainsides and buildings of pastel-shades on the Dominican Republic’s coast will leave you overwhelmed. Take a calm boat-trip in the Chavon River and experience the plant life up close.

Sosua Beach is the perfect location for explorers of the deep crystal-clear oceans. Witness a whole new world of colourful coral reefs when you go diving or snorkelling off the north coast of the island – be sure to have your underwater camera with you really will see things that you’ll want to treasure forever.

Grab a bite to eat of Spanish and African influenced cuisine. A wide variety of food groups is included in the locals diet – try some local fish, such as braised red snapper; or the popular lunch dish, ‘La Bandera’, which consists of meat, red beans and white rice. ‘Sancocho’ is also a popular soup of the Domincan Republic, made with seven types of meat. Wash these delights down with a mouth-watering rum cocktail, freshly squeezed fruit juices or perhaps a smoothie to keep you hydrated.

For a tip-top holiday destination experience, choose the best company to take you there – British Airways. BA offer cheap flights and hotels to destinations world wide.

Local Information for New Cross

New Cross is located on the north tip of the London Borough of Lewisham and was originally known as Hatcham. Up until the late nineteenth century,the area was known as the New Cross Tangle because many railway lines, workshops and two stations which were both known simply as New Cross. The name stuck and is now the official moniker of the town formerly known as Hatchem.

Today, the town is home to the Royal Naval School which was first established in 1843 as part of the rich maritime history. On the other end of the spectrum, The Venue nightclub is a famous hotspot in New Cross and is one of many forms of entertainment. Speedway racing is another popular form of recreation as is the Opera Gold featuring arts and entertainment for all ages.

Residents are a mix of all ages and cultures and have many choices of where to live.

Privately owned historic homes are also surrounded by larger buildings that are home to flats and apartments.