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La Romana - Vacation in Paradise
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La Romana - The Playground of the Rich and Famous
Southwest of P unta Cana lies La Romana, the playground of the rich and famous. A sports enthusiast's dream, this 7000 acre resort community is home to international polo matches, top-ranked championship 18-hole golf courses and other outdoor sporting activities.
La Romana is one of the Caribbean's premier vacation resort areas. Located on the southeastern coast, La Romana is a favorite among discriminating travelers. It is a city that was built and maintained by sugar mills. The area's most famous attractions are located within Casa de Campo, the spectacular 7000 acre resort. The golf courses here are widely acclaimed to be the best in the Caribbean.
For a more laid-back vacation, stay in nearby Bayahibe (Beach of your Dreams) to discover some of the country's most pristine beaches and spectacular vistas. The fishing village of Bayahibe is on a small bay toward the eastern tip of the island of Hispaniola. Its beaches offer a quiet respite from the Dominican Republic’s bigger tourist areas. Dive enthusiasts will enjoy the coral reef found in the waters off of Bayahibe’s coast.
There are numerous dive sites surrounding the Dominican Republic including the famous Captain Alsina and Hickory wrecks and La Caleta National Underwater Park.
Fishing and boating excursions are a popular activity with visitors to the area.
Adventure travelers will want to visit Catalina and Saona, offshore wildlife preserves that are part of the National Park of the East. The park attracts international archaeological interest as scientists and anthropologists continue to unearth traces of the ancient Taino civilization.
With more than 20 challenging courses, golf is one of the Dominican Republic’s top attractions. If gaming is your passion, the Dominican Republic offers Las Vegas-style action that is sure to thrill everyone.
The unspoiled mountains of the Dominican Republic provide quite an adventure for mountain bike enthusiasts. The many scenic expeditions wind through the mountains and finish at sea level.
Weather
The weather in the Dominican Republic remains tropical year round, with slight variations dividing it into basically two seasons, summer and winter. The average annual temperature is around 25° (77°F).
The so-called "cool" season is from November to April, with what is considered pleasantly warm weather, relatively low humidity and low precipitation. On the coast, i.e. near the beaches, the temperature hovers fairly constantly around 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to around a comfortable 20°C (68°F) at night. However, in the mountainous regions of the interior the weather is always considerably cooler, and on the highest peaks the thermometer sometimes drops below the freezing point and on rare occasions snow can be seen.
The more "hot" season is roughly from May to October. Then, the average temperature rises to 31°C (87°F) during the daytime and drops to about 22°C (72°F) at night. However, with the accompanying high humidity that is more common during this season, it usually feels much hotter. It does rain a bit more often during this season, especially from May to August, but usually this turns out to be no more than a 30 minute tropical (sometimes heavy) shower. There are usually also some brief rainy periods during the months of November and December.
When to go?
The wettest times of the year are May-June and October-November. If you're worried about storms, the Caribbean's hurricane season lasts from June to November. The peak tourist season is between mid-December and mid-April, but this has more to do with the weather in Europe than local conditions in the Dominican Republic. Prices and visitor numbers decline significantly outside these months. Easter and Christmas are the peak local travel periods.
La Romana History and Location
La Romana is located on the Southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic, next to Rio Dulce (La Romana River) and adjacent to Catalina Island. In the Greater Antilles between Cuba and Puerto Rico, Hispaniola is the second-largest Caribbean island.
East of Santo Domingo, La Romana once was a thriving sugar port in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Former sugar plantation owner, Gulf and Western entered the resort business with the creation of Casa de Campo. The "house in the country" is a resort covering 7,000 acres, accommodating 3,000 guests, and offering nearly every type of sport. The drive to Casa de Campo from Santo Domingo takes approximately two hours. Some of the best golf courses in the Caribbean are at Casa de Campo.
Casa de Campo also has an authentic recreation of a 16th-century Spanish Dominican village atop a cliff at Altos de Chavón with craft boutiques, museums, restaurants, and an amphitheater. More than a historical period place, the village is an international arts center. Accomplished professional artists from many countries and disciplines compete for the 20 available three-month residencies each year. An art school affiliated with New York's Parsons School is part of the center.
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Punta Cana - La Romana Reviews
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Punta Cana - La Romana Reviews
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Gran Bahia Principe Ambar - Don Pablo Collection
Gran Bahia Principe Ambar
Don Pablo Collection
Victorian Charm and Luxury for Adult Guests 18+!
The lovely new Gran Bahia Principe Ambar - Don Pablo Collection (adults 18+) presents arriving guests with a visual impression of a luxurious Victorian Caribbean village. The main building of the resort is surrounded by Victorian-style porches with wooden spindle rails and lattice arches,and beautiful tropical gardens with bright flowers.
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Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana
Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana
The spectacular Gran Bahía Príncipe Punta Cana Resort is situated on the spectacular white sand Arena Gorda beach. The resort and is surrounded by lush and tropical foliage. Our first vision of the Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana Resort was of tall hand-forged metal palm trees surrounded by hand-crafted metal pineapples, all set in the midst of a flowing fountain surrounded by tropical greenery. The polished marble floor and bright artwork on the walls, along with huge floral arrangements bring forth a realization that one's long awaited vacation is finally about to begin.
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Grand Palladium Bavaro Resort
Grand Palladium Bavaro Resort Set on beautiful Bavaro Beach, the Grand Palladium Resort s uits every taste! Set on beautiful Bavaro Beach, the Grand Palladium Resort suits every taste! For luxury within your reach, Grand Palladium Bavaro Resort and Spa offers a splendid setting for your dream vacations.
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Grand Palladium Palace Resort
Grand Palladium Palace Resort The resort has completely “reconstructed” all of its 364 guest rooms during the spring and summer of 2004. With its deluxe rooms as well as spacious junior and family suites, this resort is ideal for families as well as singles and couples.
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Grand Palladium Royal Suites at the Palace
Grand Palladium Royal Suites at the Palace New and fresh, the atmosphere of the Royal Suites is quiet and relaxing. The Grand Palladium Palace Royal Suites is a new addition to the Grand Palladiu m Palace Resort and Spa. The “adults only” Gra nd Palladium Royal Suites offers its own air-conditioned lobby which includes 24-hour VIP lounge service with concierge, a bar offering a selection of international premium drinks, digital newspapers, complimentary internet connection and other amenities.
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Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort
Grand P alladium Punta Cana Resort The Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort is the newest member of the Grand Palladium Brand of Fiesta Hotels and Resorts of Ibiza, Spain The Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort, offers 451 spacious rooms surrounded by hundreds of coconut trees and swaying palms, native flowers and well manicured, rich tropical gardens
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Iberostar Bavaro All-Suite Resort
Iberostar Bavaro All-Suite Resort Family of 5 Friendly (3 children ages 12 and under)
The Iberostar Bavaro Resort and the entire Iberostar Bavaro complex which consists of the Iberostar Bavaro, the Iberostar Dominicana a nd Iberostar the Punta Cana, never ceases to amaze us. This hotel is one of Judy and Maria's Travel, Inc's top three most requested hotels in Punta Cana . Why? The Iberostar Bavaro provides guests quality of product and the efficient management of staff. Guests flat out have a wonderful, magical vacation at this hotel and return year-after-year!
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Ocean Blue Golf & Beach Resort
Ocean Blue Golf and Beach Resort Family of 5 Friendly (three children ages 12 and under)
The Ocean Blue 5 Star hotel offers extraordinary facilities, a gorgeous setting and many amenities. This beachfront property is located within th e White Sand Golf Course area and surrounded by a palm trees and tropical forest. The Ocean Blue Golf and Beach Resort is a 20 minute drive from Punta Cana Airport and is situated next to the Iberostar Hotels Bavaro, Dominica & Punta Cana Resorts. This wonderful all-suites resort is surrounded by palm trees nestled in a tropical forest and offers a variety of activities.
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Paradisus Palma Real Resort & Spa
Paradisus Palma Real Resort and Spa Luxury All-inclusive Resort
Our first impression of the Paradisus Palma Real Resort was of a sophisticated resort offering guests upscale vacation options. The Paradisus Palma Real lobby presents arriving guests with a wonderful first impression of polished marble with beautiful settees, fine fabrics, contemporary décor, mahogany wood furnishings, bronze sculptures, and beautiful fresh floral arrangements. We immediately realized that the Paradisus Palma Real is all about “fine touches.”
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Punta Cana Destination Review
Punta Cana Destination Review Punta Cana is Hot!
 Punta Cana Vacation offers vacationing guests spectacular beaches - 40 miles of unspoiled beach line the coast. Tropical warmth year round. Spectacular all-inclusive resorts offering guests value-added vacations at an affordable price. Punta Cana is synonymous for championship golf, casinos, nightlife and elegant spas. Vacation in Punta Cana - land of eternal sunshine and friendly faces. Judy and Maria's Goal: through our photographs, reviews and unique travel experiences we would like to introduce to our web visitors this fascinating country and it's people.
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Riu Palace Punta Cana
Riu Palace Punta Cana Luxury All-Inclusive Resort in Punta Cana
Our first impression of the Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana was that of opulence, sophistication, and luxury. Surrounded by a virgin tropical jungle, the magnificent white- Mediterranean oasis named the Hotel Riu Punta Cana, is a sight to behold! Upon arrival into the lobby, guests will pleasure in the stunning sights of spectacular stained glass windows, crystal chandeliers, and magnificent dark wood decor, The detailed design of the lobby is incredible. We visually scanned the lobby and were amazed with the amount of detail and thought put into the design. In our opinion, the new Riu Palace Punta Cana is wonderful.
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Sunscape Casa del Mar Resort Resort & Spa
Sunscape Casa del Mar Resort & Spa La Romana . . . No Wristbands . . . No Reservations . . . . . . No Hassles . . . fun and freedom for all . . .
 Vacations at Sunscape Casa del Mar are totally a blast. Day and night, the fun never stops for families, singles and couples. The beach, pools, manicured gardens, and warm tropical breezes, fabulous a la carte restaurants and tropical drinks are all part of your escape because Sunscape Casa del Mar is an All-Inclusive Beachfront resort.
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Sunscape The Beach Resort & Spa
Sunscape The Beach Resort and Spa Above and Beyond Expectations
Our first impression of Dreams Punta Cana Resort was of amazement. This resort is very impressive and was a real surprise for both of us. The lobby entrance to Dreams Punta Cana is located on the second floor of the resort. Upon entering the lobby one senses luxury. The first glimpse of the chandeliers, the beautiful polished marble floor, the fine wood used in the furniture and decor, and the soft fabrics of furniture and draperies will reinforce one's decision to vacation at Dreams Punta Cana as the correct choice.
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AMSTAR Dominican Republic
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“It is amazing the hard work and dedication that Judy and Maria have put into our destination, Punta Cana. They go above and beyond, taking great pride in getting to know the destination from all aspects, then putting the information together to become probably the most informative web site that you can find on Punta Cana, as well as other preferred destinations. The sales results are incredible."
"Judy and Maria not only sell Punta Cana, they are Punta Cana.”
Mr. Peter Thomas Managing Director Amstar DMC Carretera Km 2, Bavaro, Punta Cana Dominican Republic Tel: 809-221-6626 Fax: 809-543-8513 email: pthomas@amstardmc.com
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