51 days in Columbus & Santo Domingo Itinerary

More than just one of the nation's top business centers, Columbus is a mixture of many different parts of America, situated at the spot where the so-called "Bible Belt" meets the varied cultures of the Great Plains and Appalachia.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Zipline and Easton Town Center. Venture out of the city with trips to Char-Mar Ridge Preserve (in Westerville), Warther Museum (in Dover) and Kings Island (in Mason). Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at National Museum of the US Air Force, meet the residents at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, partake in some friendly competition at Houdini's Room Escape, and make a trip to Rockhouse.

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New York City to Columbus is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. In June in Columbus, expect temperatures between 83°F during the day and 63°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Santo Domingo.

Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, remains the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the New World.

Kids will enjoy Basilica Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor and Zona Colonial. Venture out of the city with trips to Bayahibe (Conquista Park, Scuba & Snorkeling, &more), Juan Dolio Beach (in Juan Dolio) and Altos de Chavon (in La Romana). Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Alcazar de Colon, appreciate the extensive heritage of Calle Las Damas, explore the ancient world of Monasterio de San Francisco, and contemplate the long history of Fortaleza Ozama.

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Fly from Columbus to Santo Domingo in 10.5 hours. Traveling from Columbus to Santo Domingo, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.