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    Bavaro...or Paradise?

    Recently (an hour ago) returned from Bavaro Princess hotel in the east end and I have to say I was mightily impressed! The hotel is beautiful, only to be outdone by the beach! The facilities are first rate, the staff wonderful, the food great, etc, etc, etc! I recommend this hotel to...
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    Las Salinas Hotels?

    I recently visited the Las Salinas area during my last visit to Santo Domingo and I'm interested in staying out there for a few days. Anyone know of any hotels around the bay near the beach? I saw some signs but missed the hotel (or hotels.) Any help would be appreciated. I'd rather not stay...
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    Police Bribes and Shakedowns...

    I recently got pinched for a 'fine' the second time in two months for a 'traffic violation' (once AMET police and the other time the national police.) What's going on? This is the third time in the last 12 months!Anything I can do? My friend says to demand to be taken to the precinct...
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    Motorcycle Rentals

    Hello, going back to the DR soon and am interested in renting a motorcycle for four or five days. I have done this many times but I cannot find anything bigger than a 125cc bike. I am looking for at least a 250cc enduro bike for mountain riding, etc. Any suggestions out there? Thanks.
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    New New Yorl/Santiago flights

    American Airlines will be flying from New York JFK airport directly to the Cibao Airport in Santiago starting June 15, 2002 using a 251 passenger wide-body aircraft. At last a way to get to Santiago directly from New York!!