Looking for a relaxed place where she-who-must-be-obeyed can hang out on the shore with an umbrella drink while I go mow the lawn and make feeble attempts at jumping. The boss has had a very rough six months so I want to take her to an all inclusive which I have never done before. I prefer the water...

I know this is a travel question but I posted it there and didn't get any responses so I am re-posting here in hopes that some kind soul can give us some feedback. I also tried to contact the school that our good friend Mr. Google says is based there but got no response so they may have gone the way...

Has anyone been to El Portillo DR in the last few years? There are a few entries in the forum from 15 to 20 years ago but nothing new that I can find. If anyone has any thoughts re any of the hotels or other accommodation on the beach the information would be greatly appreciated. Also any tips on ho...

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. Hopefully there will be more. Toby, I spent the last year living in puerto Rico. Just for the information of those thinking about kiting Puerto Rico, The "flat spot" (it is called that on google maps) is a lovely spot but there is only one airbnb close enough to ...

Good People, Looking for recommendations where one can rent a place on or very near the launch. Preferably flat or flat-ish water. Would really, really, really like to be able to live without renting a car. So walk / bike to the grocery store and pub. Don't care about night life but would like to ha...

The following website lists restrictions by country. https://www.trip.com/travel-restrictions-covid-19 It isn't bad but be sure to check the specific country websites listed as things are changing by the minute. Currently even if you have all the vaccines you will still have to get a Covid test with...

Toby: Spots shows the kite spot as playa punta poppy. Do you know if there are any restrictions on Playa Las Terrenas for kiting. As far as crowds go. What I am seeing is highly variable. In U.S. destinations costs for accommodation and rental cars is just nuts. More than double the prices from two ...

Thanks everyone. Flyboy PM sent.
Griz

Title says it all. I am thinking about DR for a month or so this summer. I have recently been told that it will be like trying to kite in the Tokyo subway. What exactly constitutes crowded? How hard is it to get away from said crowd? Does anyone have any experience with Buen Hombre? It looks very, s...

thank you one and all I will check out all the suggestions.
stay safe
Griz