The beaches along the eastern coast, around Punta Cana and Bavaro, are beautifully white and well groomed and the water is turquoise clear They are lined with tall palms, seemingly go on forever. The large, all-inclusive resorts in this area are like small, self-contained cities. Resort offerings can include various swimming pools and watersports activities, different restaurant and nightlife options (including casinos), golf courses, spas, tropical gardens and even mini-zoos. These resorts are not for those that want a more active or cultural vaction and want to get to know the country and its people.

Most visitors to these areas fly directly into Punta Cana Airport, as it is quite a drive from most of the country's other international airports.