Sitting on a sand covered towel with the ocean washing over my feet, I watch a lone kite surfer glide through the ripples of the beach, disappearing off into the orange glow of the sun set.

That was the summer I embarked on an unforgettable  adventure with a group of friends to the beautiful Dominican Republic.

Checking in at Viva Wyndham Tangerine in Cabarete, Peruto Plata, the resort was an ideal destination for relaxing, exploring, partying, and an all round good time.

Referred to as one of the top windsurfing destinations in the world, Caberete provides fun activities during the day and lively parties at night.  With beach bars and clubs spread out across a beautiful crescent-shaped golden sand beach, the strip attracts an energetic crowd who contribute to the vibrant nightlife.

Off the resort the island itself is beautiful to explore. Cute shops line both sides of the streets offering a variety of locally grown or home made items such as fresh organic fruit, home rolled cigars, liquor brewed on the island, and hand sewed clothes and jewellery.

The locals set up shops as a means to make a living to provide for their families. They welcomed us with open arms and was happy to engage us in their rich hispanic culture.

One of the most interesting observations noted was that their most popular mode of transportation was motorized scooters. A family of four somehow sat comfortably on the tiny bike, along with their goods, furniture, and even home appliances, carried on the backs of the passengers as an alternative to a trunk.

Only my last day, I watched the sun descend behind the never ending stretch of ocean. With a drink in my hand and the faint sound of merge music and laughter blowing in the wind from the party going on in the resort behind me, I think without question this is what home feels like.

Flowered runway path leads to the pool and bar area. © Krystal Seecharan

A pond, home to a few fish and turtles, create a round-about at the centre of the resort © Krystal Seecharan

Just a few palm trees fence the pool from the beach © Krystal Seecharan

Looking up to see palm trees shading me from the scorching sun. © Krystal Seecharan

The pathway. To the left of me is the pool and ht tub, to the right is the bar and restaurant. © Krystal Seecharan

All you can drink liquor line up the bar back. © Krystal Seecharan

The ocean breeze cools off tourists as they relax on the sands. © Krystal Seecharan

On the Resort, the path from the restaurant to the pool. © Krystal Seecharan

Disco ball hanging over our heads as the party kicks off each night. © Krystal Seecharan

The moon illuminating the waters of the pool at night. © Krystal Seecharan

A beautiful gazebo et up to take photoshoots. © Krystal Seecharan

The lovely staff at Viva Wyndham Tangerine, putting on a fun filled show for the guests. © Krystal Seecharan

Palm trees dance in the wind. © Krystal Seecharan

Palm trees neatly line up off the shore of the beach. © Krystal Seecharan

Panhandler making his daily rounds selling gorgeous hand made jewellery. © Krystal Seecharan

Open space on the sand for a friends match of football (soccer). © Krystal Seecharan

Wear the oceans meets the land. © Krystal Seecharan

Winds are ideal for kite flying. © Krystal Seecharan

Clear waters © Krystal Seecharan

Boats ready to set sail © Krystal Seecharan

Gorgeous view © Krystal Seecharan

The perfect shade from the sun © Krystal Seecharan

Blue as far as the eye can see © Krystal Seecharan

Boats taking passengers to ‘Paradise Island’ © Krystal Seecharan

Myself on the boat to Paradise Island © Krystal Seecharan

Mountains emerge from the waters © Krystal Seecharan

Beautiful Mountain range stretch out along the waters © Krystal Seecharan

Beautiful mountain range stretch out along the waters © Krystal Seecharan

Paradise Island, a small island off the coast of Dominican Republic © Krystal Seecharan

Passengers docking Paradise Island © Krystal Seecharan

Peaking through the leaves to find this gorgeous view © Krystal Seecharan

Hungry fish swarm the shores © Krystal Seecharan

Never to much blue © Krystal Seecharan

Huts scatter the sands © Krystal Seecharan

Lone Snorkeler © Krystal Seecharan

filled with a variety of tropical fish and corals, the waters here attract snorkelers © Krystal Seecharan

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Stretch of sand and sea © Krystal Seecharan

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Old shack on the mainland © Krystal Seecharan

Tree leaves sweeping the sands © Krystal Seecharan

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Shading spot for locals © Krystal Seecharan

Cabaret’s entertainment district © Krystal Seecharan

Glass maker © Krystal Seecharan

Drinks © Krystal Seecharan

Local shops and scooters line the streets © Krystal Seecharan

Bus stop in Cabaret © Krystal Seecharan

The streets of Cabaret © Krystal Seecharan

local shops © Krystal Seecharan

Tomato Face – God of the sun © Krystal Seecharan

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Cabaret is known as one of the top destinations for wind surfing © Krystal Seecharan

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inviting waters on a hot day © Krystal Seecharan

Staff at Viva Wyndham entertaining the guests at the pool © Krystal Seecharan

Easy access to the pool from the hotel at Viva Wyndham Tangerine Resort © Krystal Seecharan

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Always nice to see familiar amenities in a foreign country © Krystal Seecharan

One of the resort staff © Krystal Seecharan

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Dinner by the pool © Krystal Seecharan

Beach Bars illuminate the beach at night with vibrant colours. A very alluring invitation to join the party. © Krystal Seecharan

Flying with West Jet © Krystal Seecharan