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    Horseback in Samana

    Anyone know how to get in touch with someone who can take us on a horseback ride leaving from/near Samana City? Thanks.
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    Dockmaster - Samana

    The government dockmaster at Samana years ago was Felix Figueroa. He did a very good deed for a friend, and we are trying to locate him. Does anyone recognize this person, know where he is, or how to contact him? Thank you.
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    Spa in Samana

    We are staying in Samana City and Las Galleras soon. Any spa for massages, facials, etc? Thanks.
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    Puerto Plata downtown

    Any suggestions for a place to stay for a night in Puerto Plata before taking the bus to Samana? Doesn't have to be fancy but needs to be clean and withint walking distance of somewhere to eat and drink. Thanks.
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    Villa Serena Las Galeras

    Anyone know anything about this lodging? We are going to Samana in March and this facility was recommended. We are mainly going for whale watching.
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    Samana Whales

    We plan to go to the Samana Peninsula early in March. I am having trouble figuring out where to stay, since there are 3 towns. Anyone have any suggestions? The most important thing we want to do is to see some whales. We would like a nice place with good restaurants convenient. Thanks.
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    water, rum

    Is the water safe to drink in the Cabarete area? How about ice? What is the best rum? Thanks.
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    Cabarete location

    What is the latitude and longitude of Cabarete?
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    Hurricane Isabel

    What are the predictions for Hurricane Isabel for next week? We arrive at Cabarete on Sunday. Where are good places (liquor) to wait out the storm?
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    Natura Cabanas

    Is anyone familiar with the spa at Natura Cabanas at Cabarete? I'd like to know about the quality of their services. Thanks.
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    Clothes? Spa?

    What is appropriate clothing for both men and women in Cabarete in the evening in town? Do we dress up or are shorts appropriate? We don't want to look TOO much like tourists. Is there a good spa in or near Cabarete? One that has massages and facials. Thanks.
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    Insects

    What is the bug situation in Cabarete in September?
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    Insects

    What is the bug situation in Cabarete in September?
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    Spa in Cabarete

    Are there any good spas in Cabarete? We will be visiting next month and would like a good massage and pedicure. Thanks.
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    Puerto Plata - What's there?

    We are staying in Cabarete for a week in September. We have also seen some good information about Sosua, and will spend at least a day there. However, no one seems to have any good things to say about Puerto Plata. Anything there to see? Any extraordinary experiences? We want to use our...
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    Windsurfing

    I would like to learn to windsurf. I will be staying in Cabarete for a few days in September. Who do I contact for lessons?
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    Good food

    What are your favorite restaurants in Sosua, Cabarete and Puerto Plata and why? We like informal with terrific food (where you don' have to dress up).:cool:
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    Money

    What is the currency situation in DR - specifically Puerto Plata, Cabarete and Sousa? Can US Dollars be used or should I change most of my money? What about credit cards and ATMs. I will be in these 3 towns exclusively. Thank you.
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    Cabarete Bay/Transport

    What's the best way (fastest) to get from POP airport to Cabarete Bay Hotel. Any info on Cabarete Bay Hotel? We are going to visit in September.