You get out of DR1 what you contribute.. When questions are asked, etc..about the Punta Cana (East Coast) many of the posters who live in the area are always willing to provide answers, suggestions, etc..and they do respond. BB for example is great at providing information about what's going on in Santo Domingo. Those who want more activity in the East Coast (Punta Cana) forum should jump in and contribute to it, get other's to join in, etc... DR1 is a wealth of information, all you have to do is ask. It is amazing sometimes just how much information member's here provide on a variety of subjects. There is a lot of knowledge/experience here amongst members.