The Culture Destinations

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

One of the most fascinating places in the Caribbean also remains largely off the map for travelers. And Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial, or Colonial Zone, is a half-millennium-old city filled with art galleries, boutique hotels and enchanting history. Where to Stay: Billini Hotel.

Cartagena, Colombia

This is one of the most intoxicating cities, not just in the Caribbean Basin, but in the whole hemisphere. The historic zone here is a melange of top-shelf restaurants and hidden bars and is tremendously walkable. Where to Stay: The Hotel Tcherassi.