This is my first message on the forum, and I really appreciate its existence! I am traveling to the DR in 2 weeks for a 6-day trip with my husband's family. I have never been there before, and I have been all over the web trying to find activities. His parents are retired and a bit skittish about too much activity, especially stuff that isn't programmed by a travel company (in this case, Apple--YIKES!). However, my husband and I really like to find more local attractions and do outdoor pursuits. We have traveled enough in the general area (Costa Rica, Mexico, Jamaica) and feel sufficiently comfortable seeking out adventures. We will be staying in Puerta Plata at a resort but would love suggestions for activities outside the resort. My husband and I always try to find companies outside of the resort--they are cheaper, more fun, offer better excursions, etc. Plus, I always feel better when I give my money to local companies! Thus, I am especially interested in helpful information about which travel companies are friendly, offer off-the-beaten-path trips, etc. We are only going to be there for 6 days, but we are interested in everything from scuba trips, white water rafting, deep sea fishing, to restaurants and dancing at non-touristy places.
So, any names of places/adventure companies are greatly appreciated. Likewise, any locations you loved would be wonderful (e.g., if you have to pick one, which river is better--Damajagua or Jarabacoa?).
Also, if anyone has a suggestion for his parents--something they would find fun, yet tame, I would love info on that, too.
Thanks for the help. I really appreciate it.
Jo
So, any names of places/adventure companies are greatly appreciated. Likewise, any locations you loved would be wonderful (e.g., if you have to pick one, which river is better--Damajagua or Jarabacoa?).
Also, if anyone has a suggestion for his parents--something they would find fun, yet tame, I would love info on that, too.
Thanks for the help. I really appreciate it.
Jo