gay tourism
I am going to suggest that this was a serious inquiry by someone who wants to vacation in the DR. While I am very very aware of the feelings of many people about homosexuality, gay tourism is a huge industry.
Perhaps some serious response is in order. If in fact the attempts to launch gay resorts on the North Coast have not taken hold for cultural reasons, it's important to state that. If, as I have observed in some places, gays are perfectly welcome and can be "tourists" without concern, then that should be stated.
I haven't been there in a while, and the DR changes faster than most places, so some up to date serious responses might encourage (or in fact discourage) this vacationer. The fact remains that a gay visitor may make an inquiry based solely on a comfort level, not the pursuit of partners.
Anybody have any current info?