Recent content by alaska1986

Looking for a nice river for swimming/bathing that is not too far from santiago. I have heard about rio fula im not sure ifthats in la vega or bonao. I am looking at going there today i understand there may not be alot of people there that is fine by me

I flew into puerto plata august 25th and from what ive read the tourist card is good for 30 days. initially i didnt think id be here this long and the 30 days is up where do i goto extend duration of the tourist card i dont yet know where i am flying out of but iam in santiago for the moment

I am looking to spend one week in 2 different locations (2 wks total) with my girlfriend(dominican) starting this sunday I am looking for suggestions on an area that would keep us occupied and not extremely bored for a week. We like activities music nice views things like a beach, rivers...

Hey guys im here in santiago and im enjoying my time here its a great city and it seems like there is a lot to do here just wanted to get some more info on things to do and places to take a date. Im looking for suggestions on places to take a date, im looking for anything from activities to...

I am here in santiago looking to rent a car for a month. Looking for something decent on gas, the streets in santiago arent that bad but id prefer something high up off the groud Who do you recommend and why. please give me phone numbers im looking to buy tomorrow The only problem i foresee is...

Hello all Im currently in the DR and im enjoying my time so much that i am planning to stay somewhere between 2-3 months The information on this board has been extremely helpful in the past so im here once again looking for advice. Obviously my priority is to learn to save money and live like a...

Hello im in the DR for 2 weeks, i elected to pay for a hotel for 1 week in sosua as i thought itd be a central location for exploring some of the north coast. I really like exploring and i enjoy almost everything great scenery, the city life and a nice beach with activities (hiking, snorkeling...

Staying in Santo Domingo @ Hotel Palacio plan on doing day trips to Juan Dolio on May 13 & May 14. First time renting a car in the DR but it just made sense money wise and ill only be using it a few times.

Hello I am trying to help my cousin and her husband plan a honeymoon trip to the DR from roughly May 5-12. I have been to the DR (PP, Santo Domingo, Santiago) a couple times so they feel I may be able to pick out a destination for them. They are looking for a little getaway and do not want to...

Hello I will be in Santo Domingo in May. I dont get in until 3pm and probably wouldnt be settled until 5pm. Does anyone know what time the guaguas from Parque Enriquillo stop running to Juan Dolio? Thanks

Hello all I have a special someone that I would like to deliver flowers to in Santo Domingo. I have her work address Calle C- El Cayao No 16, ensanche serralles, districto nacional but the address format there is so crazy to me I'm hoping that is enough information for someone to deliver...

Hello all I will be in Santo Domingo for about 9 nights at different times. The first 3 nights at the Marriott Jaragua, then returning for 6 nights staying at Apart Hotel Roma #2. Last time this forum provided me with some great restaurant recommendations in SD like Adrian Tropical, La...

Hello all I was looking for some romantic and just generally good restaurants in Santiago that dont necessarily have to break the bank. I'd prefer they be within walking distance of my hotel Jardines I've got Camp David and Pez dorado for dinner on the list for our weekend, from what I...

Hello i am staying in Puerto Plata for a few days in February. I am looking to plan ahead and get some suggestions on hotels. Last time I stayed in Hotel Sunshine and I believe it included breakfast and they didnt mind as long as you only brought one guest back. Is this still a reputable place...

Hello my friend and I will be heading up to La Vega for the weekends during Carnival (I'm an early planner yes I know but I'm coming from alaska so its to be expected). I've been using google maps to get my bearings and wanted to know if there is a particular area we should look to stay in...