Provincia de La Altagracia Travel Forum

I have read mixed reviews on this resort. Has anyone out there been there lately?

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Has anyone been at this Hotel? Do you have any tips about this Hotel?
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I want to make reservations for the restaurants in Punta Cana. I and my husband are arriving 8-31 staying until 9-6. Please send me an e mail I don't seem to be able to reach anyone to make the reservations. Thanks Jane Dargan


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My husband and I are considering Punta Cana for our next vacation. We have looked at the Grand Palladium and think this is where we may stay but want some information on the area since we have never been to Punta Cana. We would like to have an all inclusive hotel that is within walking distance to shopping/nightlife and also on the beach. Would the Grand Palladium fit those requirements??? And if not, can you tell me which hotels to look at?? Thanks so much!! :)

Does anyone know how to get with public transportation from Sto Domingo to Punta Cana? and how long it takes?
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Hi, I'm again travelling to Punta Cana & this time staying in a resort (instead of an apt.) at Bavaro Beach. My boyfriend is a local guy from San Pedro & I've heard the resorts don't always welcome the locals. We'll be staying at an all-inclusive & wondered if you've heard of any situations. thanks.

I. have been to the D.R. many times, but never to the east.I would get in at Las Americas and then travell by bus (Metro or Caribe tours) to the North. How do I get from Sto Domingo int. Airport to Punta Cana? I checked Metro and Caribe Tours they dont go that route.

Was wondering where to go for nightlife in Punta Cana? We are staying at the Barcelo Dominican Beach Resort. Also was wondering is there a lot of topless people on the beach and if are resort allows it?

My wife and I are leaving for PC on May 9th and was looking to see if anyone has stayed at the Bavaro Dominican Resort. We have done all inclusives in the past and was just wondering what we can expect. Also, some things to do or not to do while we were there.

Thank you!

I will be coming down for 2 weeks in October and wanted to get a car rental. What agencies are available at the airport? Also, how is the driving in the area? I've driven many times on St. Thomas USVI (on the right side) so how does this compare with DR. Any answers would be greatly appreciated.

Tim

We are off to PC next month... I cant wait! Unfortunatly there is one issue NOW!!! Im going with my husband and younger sister. We are all pretty close so going together was never an issue until I told someone the sleeping arragements, ..."You guys are gonna share a room???!!!". "Yea!" Ever since then I cant stop thinking about it.

My husband nor myself thought about "alone time" when we asked her to come along with us. She has never been on a vacation let alone on a plane and thought it would be cool for us to go away together, shes super excited. My friend thinks Im crazy for doing this but its already set and I could never bring myself to say something to her about it.

My husband and I are both 28, sister is 23. Im sure we will have a great time regardless but are there any ideas to get around this? Im now hoping when we get there she kind of knows to give us some time alone!

I will be visiting Punta Cana for one night only with a friend and wondered if there are any decent -non-inclusive hotels that can be recommended. I am looking to spend say40-50 for the night - no more- nothing spectacluar- but soemthing more Dominican and authentic than the usual European style of which they seem to have many. A nice hotel, beachwards, where Dominicans go.
thanks Mike

Hi, I am going to be at the Melia hotel next week for a week. I have never been to an all inclusive type of hotel with the meals. I am a picky eater. I don't eat dairy, fried food, seafood or gluten. Can I get things made without? Can I get soy tea lattes, which I drink every day at home? I am not an early bird. Will I miss breakfast? Is there room service at these places? I called my hotel but the night people didn't understand my question. I emailed them last week and have not heard back. I hope there are not buffets. I rather have food served. Also I am looking for heathly snacks, not junk food. Also I am a wine snob. What kind of wine is served at these places. I can't believe I am being charged 185 dollars a day for food and drink. I don't spend that much on my own daily. But thank goodness, it is an expensive account for work.

Will the local grocery stores carry soy milk or yogurt?
Thanks for the info.
Any one around the 21st to the 27th? Would love to meet up and have drinks.

I have been to punta cana beofre but i was wondering if anyone has EVER been to or heard of foam parties happening in punta cana and where? thank you i leave on tuesday feb 17 so id appreciate feedback thanks. im staying at ocean blue resort

What resorts are the beach shops near.

when your are at an all inclusive resort do you tip for all services ie each drink meal and if so how much.
sheri

Hi,
I was looking to go on vacation toward the end of march when I realized that is spring break for colleges. My boyfriend and I are 25 and still like to party a bit and drink but I wouldn't want to have a party scene everywhere with loud drunks 24/7. I have never been on vacation and would like to be able to relax. Is it going to be way too busy for us to enjoy ourselves? (march 20 -26th probably). Please let me know what you think. Thanks! - Erin

Hi, am planning on just a week getaway, celebrating with my mom who just turned 70 but is still full of life. I am hoping someone can help me out with some suggestions.
Puerta Plata vs Punta Cana looking for a resort that will satisfy both of us. We both like the sun me a bit more than my mom , but am looking for a resort that will satisfy both of us, friendly, am not picky about food or accomodations but for my mom want something good for her. I don't mind hanging out playing bingo, but am also looking for some good night life at the resort ..and combine a bit of day time culture that I can venture out on my own, although I have never been at a resort, don't mind staying if there if there are options to participate or watch activities.
Thank you!

we are traveling to punta cana in about 10 days ( 1/9/09 ). i have been reading alot of reviews (thanks guys) to get tips & tricks :) we will be bringing gifts for the maids / gardeners and the children (yes, as well as $$ for tipping). I have separated the gift paks into clear gallon plastic ziplock bags. will most likely pak a few of these bags in each suitcase as not to surpass the weight limit. the gift bags include toys , cosmetics , clothing , sewing kits, buttons & fabric , $1 store bifocal & sun glasses ,household items etc....just a small variety of items in each bag. Do you think that customs will make a big deal of this and take each bag apart etc or do they just scan like regular USA airports ? Does anyonr know what is and isn't allowed to be brought in ? should i express that these are gift for locals? We don't want to be arrested our first day there :)Ant answers would be appreciated :) thanks !!

I am getting married in the Dominican Republic in Punta Cana on November 21st 2009. I am planning on presenting my guests with a few gifts but am reluctant to have the items shipped there and then possibly have them get stuck in customs or not be there when I arrive.

I would like to know if I can buy pretty fans, parasols, cigar cutters or cigar cases, cigarette lighters, umbrella's, candles, and bath salts at any of the shops or vendors there.

I am most concerned with the parasols and fans, especially plain/white ones.

I can't find any reference to these items in any of the posts that I've read about shopping in the area,....

These items are needed for my wedding.

Please let me know where I can buy these items in Punta Cana area and for about how much.

We are celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary 12-13-08 to 12/20 staying at the Riu Palace Punta Cana. It appears that you have had many different experiences while visiting Punta Cana. I would like to make our time together as special as possible to help ensure we come home with the intention of contiuing on to our 26th anniversary. : ) Any advice you could provide on dining, what to do, what to avoid, and some romantic outings would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much for your input. CIndy and Corey

they were given to us from a local in Punta Cana last year, there were 5 in the wooden box, they were just about the size of a cigarette with brown paper like a cigar, they had a colorful band/label . whats the name of them?? where can i get them??? heres a picture......
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hi
what if any are the local towns near resorts of punta cana.
are there good nightlife in any (or day tiime bars for thast matter)

Has anyone stayed here in the past few months.I would like to hear how it was???

Thank you

We are planning a trip to Punta Cana in February, 14th through 21st. Staying at the Premier Palace Resort. We have never been to the Caribbean and would really love to hear from those that have been before us. We are taking my Daughter and Son-on-law. My Daughter will be 5+ months pregnant. (first baby) Are there any health precautions we should know about? How is the weather in February? Do we need any vaccinations before traveling? Any advise or memories you could share would be really great. We are willing to change our travel date if we need to. What is the best time of year to travel? Thank you so much for your time on our requests. Sincerely, Nancy

Hi. Looking for recommendations re best all-inclusive Punta Cana beach resorts and the best time of the year to go there. I spent two years in Puerto Rico in the Marine Corps in the mid 1960s and did not see any beaches there that were as spectacular as Punta Cana beaches. So it is a must see for me. But there are so many resorts that one hardly knows which to choose. Is there some kind of guidebook that sets out all 24 or so beach resorts? Thanks in advance, Dave.

Hi all!

I want to go away with a bunch of girlfriends this December and we have our sights set on Punta Cana! A few of us have been in the past and know the beach and day activities are great but don't really know whats available as far as nightlife!

I came across some nightclub info...Webster Hall, Mangu....but was wondering if anyone else hand some more info or websites for these places??

Also has anyone been to the Palma Real Shopping Plaza? I really want to do somethings off the resort...but dont necessarily want to spend the whole day on a tour. Wouldn't mind checking out things in the area...so any Punta Cana experts please give me your insight?

Hi, We are going to Dreams, Punta Cana June 27 09 and are curious about off resort diving options for quite experienced divers.Thanks, Sylvia

I am going to arrive to Punta Cana Airport in Nov. but my final destination is Santo Domingo, I am arriving around 4:30, that means around 6 pm I will be able to start my trip to Santo Domingo on a Saturday.
My question is about transportation from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo.
I have already contact a local travel agency in StoDomingo and they ask 350us to take me to Santo Domingo. That is not a fair rate. Do you know if there is a public transportation safe traveling on Saturdays after 6 pm from Punta Cana Airport to Santo Domingo???
What option do I have?
Or, the best is to spent one night there and take an excursion from the hotel the next day to Santo Domingo??
Thanks for your help
This is for a International conference scheduled in Sto Domingo and not for turism.
Thanks.

I'm looking for a nice all-inclusive beach vacation in October and I've been eyeing Punta Cana. It sounds like October is right at the end of the rainy season but I've also read that it's one of the two peak months for hurricanes.

Does that sound too risky? Has anyone been to Punta Cana in October before?