Actually I want to put my hand up and say something. I was walking around the beach in Cabarete at the weekend (my birthday, 40 y pico de nuevo) and it struck me that with the exception of Juan Dolio, you never see any buildings much higher than a coconut tree beside the beach anywhere in DR. Despite all the corruption and the scandals, that's one rule that seems to have stuck, no tall buildings next to the beach, no overdevelopment. Compared to somewhere like Sunny Isles in Florida or many other places with wonderful beaches, it's quite a feat.
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Senate passes the Pro-Pedernales Trust
Actually I want to put my hand up and say something. I was walking around the beach in Cabarete at the weekend (my birthday, 40 y pico de nuevo) and it struck me that with the exception of Juan Dolio, you never see any buildings much higher than a coconut tree beside the beach anywhere in DR. Despite all the corruption and the scandals, that's one rule that seems to have stuck, no tall buildings next to the beach, no overdevelopment. Compared to somewhere like Sunny Isles in Florida or many other places with wonderful beaches, it's quite a feat.
What happen to the airline that had local flights from Santo Domingo to Barahona? Tickets were 50 dollars and the fight was 45 mins?
Another "Pipe Dream"......................Anyone ever find ONE flight from anywhere to Barahona?...........
Yes it is an extremely long chug...........just like it was an extremely long chug from SDQ to Punta Cana some years ago. The government is now building new roads to eventually service Pedernales.
But the primary focus is not on getting the local population there, but rather going after the tourist market. To that end, they converted an old bauxite terminal for ships into a cruise ship port. They are preparing the much needed power infrastructure with the very same people who literally changed the face of Punta Cana (CEP-M). They are building a new international airport at Pedernales to accommodate the expected tourist inflow. Lastly, Iberostar is currently building and Hyatt is committed to build to AI resort hotels.
While the PC AI model has been successful, I do hope the powers that be take a different approach with Pedernales. I am told they are approaching things differently there, but time will tell.
Respectfully,
Playacaribe2
Quote: While the PC AI model has been successful, I do hope the powers that be take a different approach with Pedernales. I am told they are approaching things differently there, but time will tell.
PUJ arrivals below. Do keep us apprised of Pedernales tourism when it EVER comes............ Click on Flight Info then ARRIVALS......................
www.puntacanainternationalairport.com
PUJ arrivals below. Do keep us apprised of Pedernales tourism when it EVER comes............ Click on Flight Info then ARRIVALS......................
Punta Cana International Airport - Welcome to PUJ Airport
Visit Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), the main gateway to the tropical paradise of Punta Cana, with domestic and international flights.
Quote: While the PC AI model has been successful, I do hope the powers that be take a different approach with Pedernales. I am told they are approaching things differently there, but time will tell.
PUJ arrivals below. Do keep us apprised of Pedernales tourism when it EVER comes............ Click on Flight Info then ARRIVALS......................
Punta Cana International Airport - Welcome to PUJ Airport
Visit Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), the main gateway to the tropical paradise of Punta Cana, with domestic and international flights.
Sure thing;
Cabo Rojo: construction of the first three hotels and cruise terminal advances
<p>Cabo Rojo.- The Cabo Rojo Tourism Development project in the Pedernales province of the Dominican Republic is making significant progress in its first phase. This phase includes the construction of buildings for three hotels, a cruise terminal, road infrastructure, hydrosanitary and...
dominicantoday.com
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Playacaribe2
I think they have the tools to succeed. When the airport is done and if the port is used to bring in construction materials and supplies they don’t have to rely to road connections alone. Also they started with a blank paper of the empty area so they were able to map out all major infrastructure before any builds are in the way.
The early smart money has already been committed.
Much like PC, the road will be the last piece of the tourism puzzle.
However, the advantage they will have over PC is planning, something PC lacked.......and being able to bring in tourists via the port.
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Playacaribe2
Great info. Only about 150 more hotels, an airport with flights, and a road that you won't get killed driving and you are close............Sure thing;
Cabo Rojo: construction of the first three hotels and cruise terminal advances
<p>Cabo Rojo.- The Cabo Rojo Tourism Development project in the Pedernales province of the Dominican Republic is making significant progress in its first phase. This phase includes the construction of buildings for three hotels, a cruise terminal, road infrastructure, hydrosanitary and...
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Playacaribe2
Has anyone been there lately? Anything different? These two pics are from late 2023. There were signs on this road marking the future locations of 14 hotels if I recall correctly. The drive from Santiago was long but not as difficult as I expected. The southwest is a beautiful part of a beautiful country.
In late June, 2024 they were building hotels and roads and various other infrastructure (power/water).
They have also begun the construction on the first runway at the Pedernales airport.
Most of the tourist activity is confined to the areas around the port. (tourist photos below);
Cabo Rojo Images - Vacation Pictures of Cabo Rojo, Pedernales Province - Tripadvisor
Cabo Rojo images: Check out Tripadvisor members' 171 candid pictures and videos of landmarks, hotels, and attractions in Cabo Rojo.
www.tripadvisor.com
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Playacaribe2
In late June, 2024 they were building hotels and roads and various other infrastructure (power/water).
They have also begun the construction on the first runway at the Pedernales airport.
Most of the tourist activity is confined to the areas around the port. (tourist photos below);
Cabo Rojo Images - Vacation Pictures of Cabo Rojo, Pedernales Province - Tripadvisor
Cabo Rojo images: Check out Tripadvisor members' 171 candid pictures and videos of landmarks, hotels, and attractions in Cabo Rojo.
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Playacaribe2
I spoke with a few locals near the site of the proposed airport, and they were confident it would be completed by 2025. What do you think?
In my estimation...................not a chance would it be ready for 2025. The first runway should be ready, perhaps that is what they meant.
Given what I saw and was told, they will try to coordinate getting the airport ready for a soft opening sometime in 2026. And once built they will need to have the hotels ready to service those tourists. The hotels have a decent chance of opening in late 2025 but not the airport. They are currently building the first runway, then the airport facility will be built around it, and then adding a second runway, and also adding the road infrastructure to get from the airport to the hotels.
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Playacaribe2
wow this was back in 2022
Domestic flights from Pedernales in DR
<p>The first domestic flight between Santo Domingo and the province of Pedernales took place on Tuesday, and regular service will begin the following week. Know some of the prerequisites if you’re one of those people who feels drawn to visit this tourist border province with the magnificent...
dominicantoday.com
And wow as it crapped out like Pedernales will.........Visit the town and you will see a dump........wow this was back in 2022
Domestic flights from Pedernales in DR
<p>The first domestic flight between Santo Domingo and the province of Pedernales took place on Tuesday, and regular service will begin the following week. Know some of the prerequisites if you’re one of those people who feels drawn to visit this tourist border province with the magnificent...
If you build it, they'll come
This was 90 days ago
Ive been to Bahia de Aguilas. Its a long but beautiful drive. The road once you get to Cabo Roja was rough. wouldn't recommend it in a regular sedan. I can see Eco tourism or glam camping. Hope it doesn't turn into another PCwow this was back in 2022
Domestic flights from Pedernales in DR
<p>The first domestic flight between Santo Domingo and the province of Pedernales took place on Tuesday, and regular service will begin the following week. Know some of the prerequisites if you’re one of those people who feels drawn to visit this tourist border province with the magnificent...
Thanks for the update.
I flew to Maria Montez (Barahona) in June and was driven to Cabo Rojo to see first hand what was taking place.
Maria Montez is being upgraded to handle the increased air traffic related to the building going on in Pedernales. Rumor has it that they will receive the first international flights and tourists, who will then be bused to the resorts, that is until the new airport in Pedernales is finished circa 2026.
Respectfully,
Playacaribe2