--- title: ILP Blog | Caribbean description: Caribbean | Teach English abroad with International Language Programs in Asia, Europe, Central America, the Caribbean and Africa. --- **ILP VOLUNTEER TRIPS NOW OPEN TO COUNTRIES ACROSS THE WORLD! **[Start My Application Online ](https://ilp.org/how-to-apply/) [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hs-fs/file-860189993-png/layout/logo1.png)](http://www.ilp.org) [Apply Now](https://ilp.org/how-to-apply/) [ Login ](https://my.ilp.org) ## [What To Know About Exploring Puerto Plata](https://blog.ilp.org/exploring-puerto-plata) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 12/7/25 2:00 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202021-12-14%20at%201.37.45%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/exploring-puerto-plata) If you'll be a part of ILP's humanitarian programs in the Dominican Republic, you'll be living right outside of the popular seaside city, Puerto Plata! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/exploring-puerto-plata) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/exploring-puerto-plata#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [All The Info About Fricolandia (Your Newest DR Obsession)](https://blog.ilp.org/fricolandia-dr) Posted by [Taylor Taft](https://blog.ilp.org/author/taylor-taft) on 10/13/25 10:00 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/froothoopes-165983975_457284758943280_6647155893930779287_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/fricolandia-dr) This is the resort-swimming spot of your dreams, complete with stunning views, a pool overlooking the ocean, your own private cabana, and the bluest water you've seen. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/fricolandia-dr) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/fricolandia-dr#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [Sosua + Alicia Are Some Of Our Top Picks For Nearby Beaches In The DR](https://blog.ilp.org/sosua-alicia-beaches-in-the-dominican-republic) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 10/6/25 8:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202021-12-08%20at%2010.29.44%20AM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/sosua-alicia-beaches-in-the-dominican-republic) It’s hard to choose where our favorite beaches on the north coast of the Dominican Republic are, but we're here to talk about a couple that consistently make their way into ILP volunteers' top picks. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/sosua-alicia-beaches-in-the-dominican-republic) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/sosua-alicia-beaches-in-the-dominican-republic#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [How To Make Your Dreams Of Vacationing In Aruba A Reality](https://blog.ilp.org/aruba) Posted by [Taylor Taft](https://blog.ilp.org/author/taylor-taft) on 3/11/25 2:29 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/IMG_8240.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/aruba) Introducing our ILP volunteers' newly discovered vacation destination, Aruba!  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/aruba) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/aruba#comments-listing) Topics: [Central America](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/central-america), [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean), [South America](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/south-america) ## [Swim Through 27 Waterfalls In The Dominican Republic](https://blog.ilp.org/swim-under-waterfalls-in-the-dominican-republic) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 3/21/24 5:20 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202020-01-21%20at%204.08.48%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/swim-under-waterfalls-in-the-dominican-republic) Heading to the Dominican Republic? Don't miss out on the unforgettable adventure waiting for you at the 27 waterfalls of Damajagua — it's easily one of our favorite things to do in this country.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/swim-under-waterfalls-in-the-dominican-republic) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/swim-under-waterfalls-in-the-dominican-republic#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [Which ILP Humanitarian Program Is Right For Me?](https://blog.ilp.org/what-ilp-humanitarian-program-is-right-for-me) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 2/15/24 6:10 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-11-18%20at%202.37.32%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/what-ilp-humanitarian-program-is-right-for-me) Did you know ILP has Humanitarian Programs all over the world?  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/what-ilp-humanitarian-program-is-right-for-me) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/what-ilp-humanitarian-program-is-right-for-me#comments-listing) Topics: [Central America](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/central-america), [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean), [Africa](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/africa), [South Pacific](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/south-pacific), [South America](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/south-america) ## [What A Typical Day Is Like As A Volunteer In The Dominican Republic](https://blog.ilp.org/what-a-typical-day-is-like-in-the-dominican-republic) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 9/13/23 4:38 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Teaching%201%2c%2023A%20.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/what-a-typical-day-is-like-in-the-dominican-republic) You've seen the pictures, blog, and the ILP website ... but what is living there really like? [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/what-a-typical-day-is-like-in-the-dominican-republic) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/what-a-typical-day-is-like-in-the-dominican-republic#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [This Is The Best Souvenir From The Dominican Republic](https://blog.ilp.org/best-souvenir-from-the-dominican-republic) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 8/9/23 1:59 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Dominican%20Republic%20Surfing.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/best-souvenir-from-the-dominican-republic) There are a few favorite souvenirs from this tropical island, but there is one clear winner. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/best-souvenir-from-the-dominican-republic) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/best-souvenir-from-the-dominican-republic#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [Our Favorite Empanada Stands Around Puerto Plata, DR](https://blog.ilp.org/our-favorite-empanadas-in-the-dr) Posted by [Lindsay Hall](https://blog.ilp.org/author/lindsay-hall) on 7/6/23 1:26 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/ILP%20DR%201.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/our-favorite-empanadas-in-the-dr) Headed to the Dominican Republic? We have a few favorite empanada stands around Puerto Plata. you can't miss.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/our-favorite-empanadas-in-the-dr) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/our-favorite-empanadas-in-the-dr#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [Climb The Highest Peak In The Caribbean: Pico Duarte](https://blog.ilp.org/climbing-pico-duarte) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 5/6/23 11:17 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/57F0AF5F-61F3-4D09-91C6-6C8D7D45757C.jpeg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/climbing-pico-duarte) If you're going to Jarabacoa on vacation, think about adding a hike in the "Alps of the Dominican Republic"! 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