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Cabarete Surf Camp Encuentro Beach - Dominican Republic

Ali's Surf Camp Review - Dominican Republic
February 14, 2011|| ,

One of the best parts about our trip to the Dominican Republic in December was our stay at Ali’s Surf Camp in Cabarete. Not only because the staff is kind and friendly to everyone, but because there is something about surf camp that brings out the best in people.

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Cloud Reflections on a Lagoon in Cabarete, Dominican Republic

Photo of the Week: Rowboat in the Sky
February 09, 2011|| ,

While enjoying a Dominican sunset we witnessed two landscapes mixing into one…

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Christmas Lights on Dock at Ali's Surf Camp

Christmas in the Dominican Republic

January 17, 2011||

“Good Afternoon. Are you Christy?”

I hear a voice from behind as we collect ourselves and our luggage from the cab. Our minds still a bit groggy from 17 hours of travel and sleeping on the Miami airport floor.

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Puerto Plata Neighborhood

Photo Essay: Puerto Plata - Dominican Republic
January 12, 2011|| ,

The old town of Puerto Plata is home to many attractions. A few of our favorites include the tobacco shop where you can buy cigars and Mama Juana, and you can also watch the process in which they make both of these.

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One of Our Rides in a Guagua

Guaguas in the DR and How to Avoid Being Overcharged
January 10, 2011|| ,

We usually opt for the cheaper transportation options while traveling. Transportation can eat up a budget pretty quickly, so my view is that I would rather stretch my dime in order to be able to spend that money elsewhere.

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