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It will be 3 years since I was last in the DR. I did come at least once in the previous six years and I don't know if it's just because I'm getting older and more cautious or just older and wiser? Every past trip I rented a car drove everywhere even at night used my credit card as insurance...

I just returned from another great visit to the DR and wanted to relay one experience. I drove the Turistica road twice from Santiago to Sosua. Then I drove the road from Sosua via Sabeneta and Moca to the Santiago airport. I would definitely recommend the latter. I had an economy rental and...

I'll be driving from Santiago to Santo Domingo to drop somebody off for a Spirit airlines flight to Fort Lauderdale this Fri. The couple of times I've driven thru Santo Domingo on this trip it's been a hassle. One time I ended up driving thru downtown streets before finding the right way. Are...

Hi, Just wanted to get an update and make sure the Turistica road is open for travel. Not sure of Olga impact?

Hi, Returning to Sosua Jan.1 for a few days and I am looking for restaurant ideas. I have been to a few but was looking for one that I have missed that you would recommend. I have eaten at Rocky's of course, La Roca, Central in Charimicos, Orchidee, Giorgio, Waterfront. Best Seafood? Thanks in...

Hi, I will be in Las Terrenas from Jan.3-10. Looking for restaurant recommendations . I know Alisei and would be looking for other special places as well as small gems. Best Seafood? Thanks in advance. Ed

I believe I've done this trip both ways but would appreciate other people's opinions between going via Moca to Sabaneta to Sosua or going thru Gurabo to Villa Montellano to Sosua. I will be driving mid-day on Jan.1. If so advised directions for the Montellano route from STI would be appreciated...

Hi, I will be coming to the DR for the fifth time with my family. We'll be staying in Las Terrenas for the beginning of the trip and then dropping the kids off in Santiago while the wife and I stay for another 6 days. Present plans call for coming to Santiago from Samana the night before ( Jan...

Is the back road from Santiago to Sosua open. I thought I read that rain had washed some of it out a while back. I'll be arriving Sunday and prefer this route. Thanks.

I just booked flights from Newark to Santiago on Continental in Jan. for $296. You can get the same price on Delta from JFK. The $296 does include taxes.

Well here goes- Got back from the DR on Sun. after 10 days. The only way to start is to thank the Dominican people for what really makes a trip there special. The smiles are worth their weight in gold and the lessons learned from a people who are able to relax and enjoy life despite hardships...

Hi, I'll be coming to Jarabacoa in the middle of Jan. and would appreciate any help in choosing a hotel. People have helped me here with suggestions and I was wondering if anyone had any info or experience with any of the following places? Hogar Hotel, Holly Day, Plaza Central or brisas del...

I have been following posts on airfares and wanted to mention that I was able to book $273 roundtrip with all taxes from JFK on Delta in mid Jan. to Santiago.

Hello out there. I have been coming to the DR for a couple of years and have always ventured to the North Coast, specifically Sosua and Las Terrenas which have been great. As I approach retirement I think about coming to the DR for a few winter months to enjoy the people, some things about the...