Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic
February 13-20, 2026
Priority Registration for seniors 9/7-9/9.
Registration for both juniors and seniors 9/10-9/12.
(open to Edgemont students)
Day 1 Hola Santo Domingo
Hotel check-in. Group Dinner.
Day 2 Santo Domingo landmarks
Santo Domingo tour director-led sightseeing tour
Colonial District, Catedral de Santa María la Menor, Alcázar de Colón, Ozama Fortress, Malecon
Los Tres Ojos National Park visit
Chocolate tasting tour
Day 3 Santo Domingo--Santiago
Travel to Santiago after breakfast
Hotel Check-in. Time to relax
Special Group dinner
Day 4 Santiago
School visit with Colegio Padre Emiliano Tardif
Day 5 Santiago
School visit with Colegio Padre Emiliano Tardif
Day 6 Santiago--Puerto Plata
Damajagua waterfall adventure
Travel to Puerto Plata
Canopy zipline tour
Check into hotel, dinner, evening activity
Day 7 Puerto Plata
Free time at hotel. Optional cable-car tour.
Day 8 Puerto Plata--Santiago
Tour of Puerto Plata city
Travel to Santiago to airport (STI)
Arrive home late night
End tour
Click the link above to check out our previous trips to the Dominican Republic to get an idea of the fun that you will have on our next trip there!
My name is Jedd Chesterson. With nearly two decades of experience in education, including 16 years at Edgemont High School in Westchester County, New York, I have dedicated my career to fostering a deep understanding and appreciation of the Spanish language and its diverse cultures. My passion for Spanish extends far beyond the classroom, rooted in my own journeys across Spanish-speaking countries. Through these experiences, I have discovered that true cultural and linguistic immersion is the only way to genuinely connect with a place and its people.
It has always been my dream to create opportunities for students to engage in these meaningful experiences. I leverage my personal connections and in-depth knowledge of various destinations to craft personalized, authentic journeys. These trips are not just about visiting famous landmarks, they are about building relationships, experiencing local customs, and immersing oneself fully in the culture.
My commitment is to guide travelers on adventures that go beyond the surface, offering a deeper, more enriching experience that leaves a lasting impact. I am dedicated to ensuring that your journey is not just a trip, but a transformative experience.