By August, tourists visiting the Dominican Republic may be able to tour the coastline on board a tall ship. A new company will be operating the 80 meter long "La Hispaniola" tall ship that may be hired for excursions by tourists, for weddings, private parties, business meetings or for social events. The ship has capacity for 140 guests. In an interview with the Listín Diario, owner Michael Grabowski and general manager José Ramírez said that the ship will begin operation within two months. The ship will be based in Cabarete, Puerto Plata on the North Coast. It will offer regular scheduled tours of the East Coast, and side trips to the small islets of Saona, Cayo Levantado, Catalina. In addition tours of the North, Northeast and South Coasts are also programmed. The company has experience with similar programs in Europe.
