Snuffy, it wasn't us that "inflated" it but Conde Nast Travel magazine when they rated it #2 IN THE WORLD during the mid-90's. Personally, I think Playa Fronton at the foot of Cabo Samana is just as pretty. And the Hazoury's and their consortium of developers must think it's OK too, as they are now starting to dump millions into the new mega-resort. I hear they will build 2,500 units in Phase I and I also hear that the entire project is expected to top out at 25,000 units, a complete city in itself.
And although all the northeastern coast will benefit from the new airport and highway, both are being built by the Hazourys with the prime intention of being the main feeders for the resort.
Beach trash, huts on the beach and all- enjoy it now as it will be forever changed.