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    I just read this and want to know if it is true

    "Dominican Republic?s stunning new Coral Highway (the Autopista del Coral), which connects the famous resorts of the eco-rich La Romana region to the luxe beaches and resorts in Punta Cana, was officially inaugurated by the President of the Dominican Republic, Dr. Leonel Fern?ndez, on Aug. 8...
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    With regard to Airport at Barahona

    el aeropuerto esta funcionando? ggparts
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    Domestic Air Travel

    Has anyone used this resource? Domestic flights Dominican Republic Internal Flights I want to fly from Punta Cana/Bavero to Barahona and it seems as though they offer one flight to Santo Domingo and another to Barahona but not all as one booking. I have a small worry that I get to Santo...
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    How far from El Catey to Samana town?

    I mean time I know better than to try to decode distance into time. The hotel website says 45 minutes but I didn't think it was that far. ggparts
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    So I'm watching a local TV news/events show here in Ottawa, ON Canada

    I mean local. They are promoting Brugal Dry? JOIN THE DRY MOVEMENT. Quite surprised to see this type of information being promoted. I guess Brugal (or the importers) are making an attempt to broaden the world's knowledge of their product. Still no exactly sure what DRY refers to I thought it...
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    Interesting read from Cruise critic re: Samana and Cayo Levantado

    http://www.cruisecritic.com/ports/newport_print.cfm?ID=583 I didn't even know there is even one pier let alone two piers (so they say) Anyway I thought it interesting. ggparts
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    YOW PUJ from $25

    Sunwing has advertised @ $25 Canjet has $39 as always ~$300 in taxes but seems ok though? even less if you don't mind going thru Chicago United says $208 + $52 taxes just sayin G
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    Possibly my 40th trip to DR first Christmas (long post)

    Possibly my 40th trip (lost count some time ago). It may have been the best so far (next to the first of course. I landed in PUJ and the Avis guy was waiting with the car. After all of the standard paper work, pointing out and recording all of the scratches/dents and taking photos of all I was...
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    Coral Sol De Plata

    I see that a Canadian company from Montreal is booking this property for winter 09-10. The pictures on the website are of the old "Breezes Puerto Plata" I know that Breezes had evolved from Sol De Plata but last discussion here indicated that the property seemed dormant and some thought there...
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    Golof Question

    I have searched but can't seem to find current info about green fees, (Playa Dorada or anywhere from POP to STI to Jarabacoa. I am also asking for advice. We are staying on the North Coast at Breezes POP Feb 13-27-09, and they have a cute pitch and putt but..... We are on a bit more of a budget...
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    POP Areoport closed due to weather?

    I just read on another forum, that a flight from Toronto could not land in POP and after a short stop in PUJ tried a second time with no luck. They are now stuck in Punta Cana? Anyone have any more info?
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    Good Prices from Toronto

    Sunwing.ca - Discount Travel, Vacation Packages, Last Minute Travel Deals, All Inclusive Vacations, Fly Cheap, Hotels, Resorts, Car Rentals YOW - POP Oct 2 $81 + taxes $370 YOW - PUJ Sep 29 $111 + taxes $402 not bad Gerry
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    Question about the former Punta Goleta Resort located ath the west edge of Cabarete

    Last time I was driving by (within two years) it looked like major renovations were in the process of being done and a new name/sign had been painted. Can anyone tell me if they are open for business now and if so, under what name and affiliation? Thanks, some friends enjoyed their stay there...
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    Last Minute AI From Montreal $199 + tx=469 cdn

    Hotel is Fun Royale in Playa Dorada July 6 - 13 2007 7 days no single supplement (so comparable to air only for one) I couldn't say no. Now anyone give me a lift from Ottawa LOL http://www.gotraveldirect.com
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    VIP Lounge in POP Airport

    There was a thread a while back about a VIP lounge in POP Airport. I have searched for it but can't find it. Can anyone refer me to the info? Thanks, Gerry
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    NASCAR Fans?

    Will anyone in Sosua be getting to gether for the Daytona 500? I could just stay in my room, I guess. Gerrry
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    Resort name in Las Terrenas

    Two years ago we went to Las Terrenas to celebrate a birthday and we stubled across a place that has about 7 or 8 villas for rent. Th layout is around the pool and the entrance (from what I remember) is about 500 - 600 meters after you are forced to turn right at the end of the main road (or you...
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    Medical Services near Caberette

    We will be staying in Caberette for a week Feb 26 - Mar 5 and one of our party has a severe alergy to fish and seafood. He has had it for most of his life so is quite capable of looking out for himself, but the rest of us are looking to be prepared in the case that anything were to happen. Is...
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    Golfing on the North coast

    We will be staying in Caberette for a week Feb 26 - Mar 5 and are curious about golfing. We are far from par players (best one of us shoots around 115). Any other courses besides the one at Playa Dorada that would be worthwhile setting a day aside for? Any ideas what amount the fees may be?
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    Independence Day 2005

    We will be staying in Caberette for a week starting Feb. 26th. A Dominican friend thought there may be a Jazz type show going on in celebration, anyone know of and special events such as live musical entertainment scheduled for that weekend? Gerry