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Cafe de La Leche: March 2010
March 10, 2010 – | No Comment
Cafe de La Leche: March 2010

Last Friday the 5th of March, Mapi Avanzini opened her house and welcomed the ladies of Casa de Campo to join her for this month’s Cafe de La Leche.

Carnaval en Casa – announcing the prizewinners….
March 9, 2010 – | One Comment
Carnaval en Casa – announcing the prizewinners….

The votes have been counted and the results of our Carnaval en Casa costume competition are in …..

The Fundacion MIR wishes you a ‘Feliz Dia de la Mujer’
March 8, 2010 – | No Comment
The Fundacion MIR wishes you a ‘Feliz Dia de la Mujer’

Today, Monday the 8th of March is International woman’s day – a day to celebrate women, after all we are AWESOME! From myself and Casa de Campo Living I would like to wish you a …

La Romana Carnaval – a parade of surprises and delights….
March 5, 2010 – | No Comment
La Romana Carnaval – a parade of surprises and delights….

Last Sunday the 28th of February, La Romana came alive with the banging of drums, the blaring of music and over 20 Carnaval comparsas dancing, marching, jumping and prancing along the streets. 

CARNAVAL IN CASA: the costume competition……
March 4, 2010 – | 6 Comments
CARNAVAL IN CASA: the costume competition……

Last Saturday the 27th of February the Marina Casa de Campo was in CARNAVAL – the event organised by us, Casa de Campo Living, called ‘CARNAVAL IN CASA’ was a Carnaval and street fair extravaganza.

RUMOR CONFIRMED: Eros Ramazzotti IS coming to Altos de Chavon
March 2, 2010 – | No Comment
RUMOR CONFIRMED: Eros Ramazzotti IS coming to Altos de Chavon

Last month we reported that the famous Italian singer Eros Ramazotti may be coming to Altos de Chavon to perform – a rumor which we can now confirm is TRUE.

Carnaval de La Romana: Gran Desfile Sunday 28th February
February 27, 2010 – | No Comment
Carnaval de La Romana: Gran Desfile Sunday 28th February

Tomorrow Sunday the 28th of February the streets of La Romana will come alive with music, dancing and the banging of drums as the La Romana Carnaval ‘Gran Desfile’ marches it’s way through the streets …

Celebrating El Dia de Independencia: La Bandera Dominicana by Candiver Bienvenido
February 27, 2010 – | No Comment
Celebrating El Dia de Independencia: La Bandera Dominicana by Candiver Bienvenido

Today February the 27th is Independence Day in the Dominican Republic or rather ‘el Dia de Independencia.’ As I am not Dominican I confess that I am a little ignorant as to the history of …

CARNAVAL IN CASA – free food and drinks, gifts and special offers…
February 26, 2010 – | No Comment
CARNAVAL IN CASA – free food and drinks, gifts and special offers…

Tomorrow, Saturday the 27th of February Casa de Campo Living and the Marina Casa de Campo presents ‘CARNAVAL IN CASA’ – a 4 hour street party with music, dancing, a carnaval parade and the Marina …

Inauguration of ‘H20 or no’ exhibit in the Altos de Chavon art gallery
February 25, 2010 – | No Comment
Inauguration of ‘H20 or no’ exhibit in the Altos de Chavon art gallery

On Thursday the 11th of February the Altos de Chavon art gallery hosted yet another successful inauguration party for the opening of their latest art exhibit: ‘H20 or no’

This Weeknd In Casa- Feb 26th to 28th
February 25, 2010 – | No Comment
This Weeknd In Casa- Feb 26th to 28th

Readers, last weeks ChiChiGua Fest was an absolute success. Kites of all colours and sizes filled the Polo fields to entertain us – beautiful. Hopefully the Carnival will have the same ending! This weekend includes parties, …

Celebrating the end of a successful Hogar del Niño weekend – in a flurry of colours and dancing
February 23, 2010 – | No Comment
Celebrating the end of a successful Hogar del Niño weekend – in a flurry of colours and dancing

Last Saturday the 13th of February, the Hogar del Niño fundraising weekend final event – the dinner/dance  took place at the La Romana Country Club.

Memories of Casa de Campo: Walking on the Wild Side of Casa de Campo – From Altos with Love
February 22, 2010 – | No Comment
Memories of Casa de Campo: Walking on the Wild Side of Casa de Campo – From Altos with Love

In this week’s ‘Memories of Casa de Campo’ post, Carol Burke reveals the hidden secrets of Casa de Campo’s famous Altos de Chavon: once again Carol’s memories and photos take us on a walk back …

Casa de Campo Celebrates the Chinese New Year at Chinois
February 19, 2010 – | No Comment
Casa de Campo Celebrates the Chinese New Year at Chinois

Last Friday the 12th of February was a very busy day and night! The Hogar del Niño weekend events started with the homes and gardens tour and the final if the polo tournament and then …

Only in the DR: A little pussy cat?
February 18, 2010 – | 2 Comments
Only in the DR: A little pussy cat?

This week’s slightly erotic and comical photo was sent to us by Ivonna Sosa.

Memories of Casa de Campo: Trees, Flowers and Gardens – From Heavenly to Humble
February 15, 2010 – | No Comment
Memories of Casa de Campo: Trees, Flowers and Gardens – From Heavenly to Humble

In this week’s ‘Memories of Casa de Campo’ post Carol Burke our wonderful weekly columnist reminisces about the beauty of Casa de Campo – the beautiful gardens, and all the different trees and flowers.

SAVE THE DATE! CCL presents Chichigua Fest 2010: Saturday 20th February
February 11, 2010 – | No Comment
SAVE THE DATE! CCL presents Chichigua Fest 2010: Saturday 20th February

On Saturday the 20th of February, Casa de Campo Living (CCL) will be hosting a family oriented event for all to enjoy – Chichigua Fest 2010! Chichigua for those of us who don’t speak ‘Dominican’ …

Only in the DR: Don’t be a goat!
February 11, 2010 – | 3 Comments
Only in the DR: Don’t be a goat!

This week’s ‘Only in the DR’ post continues our goat theme and so it seems the Dominican Republic and/or Casa de Campo Living is indeed obsessed by goats…..