I have been to the DR once before and I stayed at an AI with some friends. This trip I am coming alone and trying to decide between staying at an AI in Puerto Plata or staying by myself at the Hotel El Magnifico in Caberete. My questions are: AI Pro's: Food already cooked and maid service. Activities, etc. AI Con's: Can't bring chicas back to the hotel, security, etc. Since I am travelling alone and speak very little Spanish, I will need a good driver. As for security, not to be pompous - but I grew up in the Bronx...I ain't stupid and I ain't scurred. This is a well deserved R&R trip with chicas and sun in mind. Any advice for the single traveller? AI or condo? BTW - is Crystal's still open? And if not - where to go in Sosua or Cab for them J-Lo/Beyonce look alikes? LOL!