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 Kings Island. Venture out of the city with trips to Warther Museum (in Dover), Hoover Mudflats Boardwalk at Hoover Reservoir (in Galena) and Char-Mar Ridge Preserve (in Westerville). 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, relax in the rural setting at The Farm at Walnut Creek, and identify plant and animal life at Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve.

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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 °F during the day and °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 Zona Colonial and Scuba & Snorkeling. Venture out of the city with trips to Bayahibe (Conquista Park & Public Beach Playa Dominicus), Juan Dolio Beach (in Juan Dolio) and Altos de Chavon (in La Romana). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Catedral Primada de America, explore the historical opulence of Alcazar de Colon, appreciate the extensive heritage of Calle de Las Damas, 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.