Paraiso, Dominican Republic

We are now in location 28 of our odyssey across the world and we have arrived in Paraiso, a fishing village in the Dominican Republic. The town of Paraiso has on either side the small towns of San Rafael and Los Patos, two of the most touristy places in the Dominican Republic. "Paraíso" in Spanish means Paradise.

Local food: Ti malice (hot sauce) is made using hot pepper, onion & green onions, garlic, lime juice and olive oil. Sounds delish, I must try some.

Travel tip: Check your travel insurance. Doctors and hospitals will require up-front cash payment before commencing treatment (so don't fall into a coma before you or someone else pays them). In the event of a serious illness or accident, medical evacuation (usually to Miami) would be required, costing in excess of $US 20,000. Reminder to self to check health insurance and try not to get sick regardless.