Saona Island was first discovered by Christopher Columbus during his second voyage to the Americas in 1494. During this period, the island was inhabited by Tainos, who heavily produced cassava here. Its irresistible beauty also captured the attention of the Hollywood movie stars. The Saona Island was the shooting location for two popular Caribbean movies, including the Pirates of the Caribbean and Blue Lagoon films. Visit: All about Trip to Saona Island in the Dominican Republic
