Hi
My husband will be going to DR with Boeing to do some repair work on an airliner in Punta Cana. This was fairly last minute as a result of the Boeing strike (not scabbing, but in mgmt). It looks like my daughter (12) and I may have the opportunity to go and visit him. I really know nothing about the DR with the exception of what I have learned recently doing searches on this board.
We have traveled on a cruise to the Eastern Caribbean & visited St. Martin and St. Thomas but that is about the extent of my experience. There seems to be a level of caution when I mention to anyone that we may be going there, kind of those - wow, I'd be careful looks- I've read different posts and I don't seem to get the idea that it is an unsafe place to go. It seems as though lots of people travel there for leisure. Can those of you with experience give me some general info on the area? I know that's a broad question, but I really know very little.
We would be staying at the Punta Cana resort and club. We are not what I would say adventurous types but DD is an avid horsebackrider and I see they have stables on site, so we'd be interested in doing that. What other things are there to do besides go to the beach (which we will be doing for sure!)? What type of shopping is there in that area and what are the wares associated with DR?
My husband had to receive several shots before he could go. Is this a usual thing that tourists do before they visit? Is this a good destination to take a 12 year old? Any tips or advice? I'd appreciate any imput. It's all happened so fast and I feel a little nervous about going, but don't want to pass up the opportunity either!
Thanks
Jenn
My husband will be going to DR with Boeing to do some repair work on an airliner in Punta Cana. This was fairly last minute as a result of the Boeing strike (not scabbing, but in mgmt). It looks like my daughter (12) and I may have the opportunity to go and visit him. I really know nothing about the DR with the exception of what I have learned recently doing searches on this board.
We have traveled on a cruise to the Eastern Caribbean & visited St. Martin and St. Thomas but that is about the extent of my experience. There seems to be a level of caution when I mention to anyone that we may be going there, kind of those - wow, I'd be careful looks- I've read different posts and I don't seem to get the idea that it is an unsafe place to go. It seems as though lots of people travel there for leisure. Can those of you with experience give me some general info on the area? I know that's a broad question, but I really know very little.
We would be staying at the Punta Cana resort and club. We are not what I would say adventurous types but DD is an avid horsebackrider and I see they have stables on site, so we'd be interested in doing that. What other things are there to do besides go to the beach (which we will be doing for sure!)? What type of shopping is there in that area and what are the wares associated with DR?
My husband had to receive several shots before he could go. Is this a usual thing that tourists do before they visit? Is this a good destination to take a 12 year old? Any tips or advice? I'd appreciate any imput. It's all happened so fast and I feel a little nervous about going, but don't want to pass up the opportunity either!
Thanks
Jenn