PLANING MY 1st DR TRiP...NEED MAJOR HELP

[Murdsta21]

What Up DR1 Fourms, been reading alot of threads and decided to make an account so I can get my questions out there....hopefully some of you guys can help me out

I pretty much want to find a AI resort that is BOTH close to the nightlife action clubs/bars and plenty of Local Beautys and has a huge # of room so there is a greater chance to meet females and such that are there on vacation. Also a great pool scene is a must. We are 5 guys in our early 20's looking to have a crazy wild time in all categorys.
So far I am kind of leaning toward Breezes, RIU (but i hear that one is far from local fun) and Iberostar. Hopefully you guys can help me out and direct me towards my dream vacation!!








TY

GregM

 

[Rocky]

Casa Marina in Sosua. (Reef or Beach)
All inclusive resort and right in the center of town.

 

[The Virginian]

Like Rocky said, can't go wrong with Sosua, AND try staying at Rocky's. You'll get GREAT food, good price's, AND meet some GREAT folks, and good advice about the area, as well as what to do and where. Enjoy Phil

 

[Murdsta21]

Well I kind of already crossed that 1 off my list since one of us was there last month so we want to go somewhere he hasn't gone and possibly a litte more qualtiy and more rooms since that one only has 300+. Also mulitple pool and a big beach is key for more possible locations to meet females at the resort (and I am aware the north shore beachs sitatuion)so if you guys have any more suggestions please throw them my way because I want to go July 21st...


TY


GM

 

[apostropheman]

What "situation" is that?

Well I kind of already crossed that 1 off my list since one of us was there last month so we want to go somewhere he hasn't gone and possibly a litte more qualtiy and more rooms since that one only has 300+. Also mulitple pool and a big beach is key for more possible locations to meet females at the resort (and I am aware the north shore beachs sitatuion)so if you guys have any more suggestions please throw them my way because I want to go July 21st...


TY


GM

If you REALLY want to be close to the action, in a decent resort, etc...then I would second Rocky's suggestion of Casa Marina.

You'll then be able to get out and about...and the local chicas you'll meet will put most of the one's in the AI to shame, and there are tons of things to see and places to explore in and around Sosua and even Cabarete and Puerto Plata.

Give it a try and live a little!

(Why anyone would want to be held a virtual prisoner in an isolated AI is beyond my comprehension...but to each their own I guess :bunny::bunny

 

[Murdsta21]

Oh no I don;t plan on staying at the AI the whole time I just want to have the Ultimate resort experience with tourists and alot of rooms and great pool scene and also close to action so we can leave the resort every couple of days and meet chicas and go to clubs and bars. Are there any other suggestions besides Casa Marina that is still remotely close to all the great action. TY Rokcy and everyone else who has been providing me with all this great info!! please keep it coming

 

[sweetdbt]

Here's your problem Murdsta21. Being "close to the action" is antithetical to the purpose of an AI resort, which is to isolate you within their grounds and make you dependant on them for everything. Therefore, they aren't generally built close to population centers or areas with activities which will tempt you to leave them. Casa Marina is a rare exception.

Playa Dorada isn't too terribly isolated, and Crystal's Mustang Ranch is right across the road, but other than that it will be a bit of a ride to any night life other than the discos inside the complex. If that is something you are considering, I'm sure you can get recommendations on specific resorts from some of the Playa Dorada regulars here. Can't help you there myself.

 

[Murdsta21]

as far as Breezes, Iberostar,Sun Village and RIU how do they match up for my criteria for my super dream vacation becuase they are my 4 main choices...???

 

[DominicanBilly]

as far as Breezes, Iberostar,Sun Village and RIU how do they match up for my criteria for my super dream vacation becuase they are my 4 main choices...???

Breezes Resort; Great AI half way between Sosua & Cabarette.
Iberostar; Very nice AI just between Puerto Plata & Playa Dorada complex.
Sun Village; Very nice AI in Cofresi near Ocean World.
RUI; "OK" AI about 15 minutes west of Puerto Plata. Not very close to action.

Best advice is the Tangerine AI in Cabarette that you were given earlier.

 

[LindseyKaufman]

Try the Wyndam Tangerine near Cabarete. It is a short walk to Cabarete Beach where the action is. My 27 year old son stayed there with a friend a couple of months ago and loved it. The resort was really nice and he was close enough to walk to the beach bars when he wanted. If it was late at night when he wanted to return, he would just grab a moto concho.

 

[Murdsta21]

Wow Terrific, TY for those who gave me great advice and hopefully when I awake tomorrow morning before I see the travel agent, I will have a couple more post to read through. Orignally I was really leaning toward Breezes or RIU but I see alot of people are suggesting Cabarete, All in all I am just looking for something that matches my criteria of, Huge Hotel,Great Pool Scene,Quality Food, Close to the nightlife action because we are trying to find many beautiful people at the resort as well as the local towns. SO any last minutes pointer would great thanks again??

 

[Murdsta21]

Breezes Resort; Great AI half way between Sosua & Cabarette.
Iberostar; Very nice AI just between Puerto Plata & Playa Dorada complex.
Sun Village; Very nice AI in Cofresi near Ocean World.
RUI; "OK" AI about 15 minutes west of Puerto Plata. Not very close to action.

Best advice is the Tangerine AI in Cabarette that you were given earlier.

Thanks again for breaking down each one of these AI , I am really leaning on picking on of these 4. If DB or anyone else who is reading this that could make a suggestion out of these 4 that would best fit the criteria of my dream vacation that would really be nice. I no most of the AI resorts are not in walking distance to the Local Nightlife Action but hopefully some of you had a great experience at one or two of the selected resorts with tourists and such and could direct me to the right choice.

*Remember were 5 guys in our 20's all single looking to score big on the resort with Euros and Locals, but were also trying to stay at a 4+ star hotel in a big city. I just don't think tangerine and there 200+ rooms in cabrete is what were looking for as far as our ideal hotel...

My buddy just came back from casa marina sosua, & were looking for something very similar to that if not better than that whole setup.

 

[CFA123]

Dude, book one of the 4 hotels you mentioned... every one is pretty isolated & not near sh**. Or go to Cancun. You'll be deliriously happy.

PS: other than inside the AI grounds... Cabarete is the only town with bars/discos open to 3a.m. 7 days a week. Other towns have an earlier curfew. Sosua for example 1:30am weekdays, 2:30 fri/sat.

 

[Murdsta21]

damn, you guys are really presuading me not to go to this beautiful place. So really out of my selected criteria there is nothing that really matches as far as those 4 resorts with plenty of Euro Tourist fun and Locals also....Dam i am confused

 

[sangria]

VIVA tangerine is your BEST option...walking distance to the nightlife (bars & ladies) in the centre of cabarete & lots of young ladies to party with at the resort.

The other options are too isolated....

I was at Viva Tangerine in March & I am 30 and was too old for the younger crowd at this resort.

in my opinion this is the only choice that matches all of your criteria

 

[Kyle]

noone mentioned Sosua Bay. nice AI, sosua beach out the back door, casino/disco across the street (kind of) and nightlife a stone's throw away and often times some nice female tourists (you get them for free). :laugh:
personally, i hate AI's now but i thought i'd mention it.

 

[DRob]

damn, you guys are really presuading me not to go to this beautiful place. So really out of my selected criteria there is nothing that really matches as far as those 4 resorts with plenty of Euro Tourist fun and Locals also....Dam i am confused

Murdsta,

First, welcome to DR1!

Nothing to be confused by, Murdsta. You asked what was out there, and were told by some awfully knowledgeable people what to expect. Here's the reality:

1) Nothing like what you're looking for (a variant of Cancun) exists on the North Coast.

2) It doesn't exist because the million or so 20-something guys and gals who have done more or less the same trip you're now planning have found that set up to be a bit boring. See, most of the people (including the euro and NA cuties you're interested in) leave the AIs pretty quickly in order to get to Cabarete and Sosua Beach. They like windsurfing, ATV trekking, horseback riding, snorkeling, bar hopping, and meeting guys who don't isolate themselves in AIs.

3) As far as meeting locals, you'll do just fine if you hang out on the main roads in Cabarete and Sosua at night.

My best suggestion is to take advantage of the sage advice that's been offered to you, go with an open mind, be safe and smart (meaning NO drugs, and use protection), and have fun. It's hard not to have fun on the North Coast.

Enjoy your vacation,

DRob:glasses::glasses:

 

[sparky11867]

sosua bay hotel...

I am not a big fan of AIs either as they are usually very isolative, BUT I thought SBH was a good option due to location primarily. It is right on Sosua Bay, the view is beautiful, especially from the pool, and you can walk to anything and everything in Sosua. Granted, the food is average, but that motivated us to leave often and spend the extra money on eating out. The staff was very friendly, and the drinks were decent. There is only one pool, but it is really nice and again, the view from the pool is beautiful. Oh, if you do a search for this hotel online, do not confuse it with Sosua Bay Resort, which I believe is in Puerta Plata.

Good luck!

 

[bachata]

Sosua is the best place for singles young guys looking for fun, Casa Marina is perfect. The disco stay open laiter than any other place in Sosua.

JJ.

 

[Rocky]

Sosua is the best place for singles young guys looking for fun, Casa Marina is perfect. The disco stay open laiter than any other place in Sosua.

JJ.

You and I know that, but the OP ain't hearing us.