A week in Dominican
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.
Easy access to the pool from the hotel at Viva Wyndham Tangerine Resort
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.
Beach Bars illuminate the beach at night with vibrant colours. An alluring invitation to join the party.
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.
Local shops and scooters line the streets
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
© Krystal Seecharan
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
© Krystal Seecharan
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
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this is your cousin lisa and you are the best blogger i know. i hope you’re doing great and keep on writing!!!!
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Awww. thanks babes! Love you XO
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