Okay, so what we have is sosua and boca chica being the red light districts of the DR in the tourist areas, along with several hidden through out the countryside. Good article on dr1, i have done my homework. My points are if that hotels advertise this type of behaviour in order to survive, it seems to me that it would scare away families who do not want to be a part of this type of behaviour or have it endure it. Yes, I have heard the government and its policia etc are corrupt, taking a slice of the pie any which way they can, as well as some hotels who offer this service. My points are that it only serves to promote more unwanted activity in these areas of which if i can remember, are beautiful and not swarming with the likes of hookers, drugs etc. This type of activity in my mind promotes child prostitution, more drugs etc. until these areas are so degraded that people will think twice about even coming to these areas, which were once enjoyable.
I have read, and correct me if i am wrong, that these unfortunate young girls and guys are in a desperate situation. I understand that, however most seem to get their monies and gifts and spend it all on phones, jewelry, clothing etc., while their mama`s are at home watching their babies.
Perhaps if hotels advertised............no guests allowed, might stop some of this. They could maintain a good clean establishment, one which they could be proud of, and still survive. I believe that the direction they are going in will only serve to turn families away, and eventually word will get out to those of us who are just learning about this whole thing will look elsewhere. It has already turned my head in another direction.