The internationally famous and popular Spanish news channel “CNN En Español” just visited Casa de Campo as part of their tour of the Dominican Republic filming for their weekly travel show “Destinos” (Destinations)!
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“Teeth of the Dog” co-owned by Carlos Morales and Jose Singer comes in 3rd at the Wood Memorial Race & qualifies for the “Kentucky Derby”
A beautiful racehorse named “Teeth of the Dog”, co-owned by 2 Casa de Campo villa owners raced to glory this past Saturday the 7th of April at the Wood Memorial Race, qualifying for the “Kentucky Derby” to be ran on Saturday May 5th.
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“Habichuelas con dulce” a traditional Dominican dessert prepared for “Semana Santa”!
This year, Semana Santa (Easter week), known as well as the ‘Semana Mayor’ (Main Week) took place from April 1st to April 8th. At this time, like in many other countries, the Dominican Republic conmemorates Jesus’ suffering, death and resurrection – when Dominicans love spending quality time with their families preparing an original and exquisite […]
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Sorry no lobster! Ban on lobster fishing March – June helps protect this endangered species.
The Dominican Republic, together with other countries from the Caribbean and Central America has banned it’s residents and visitors from fishing and selling lobsters – from the 1st of March to the 30th of June! Which is why when you’re next out on your boat or at the beach – resist treating yourself to fresh […]
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“Gran Gala de la Canción Francesa” concert at the Altos de Chavón amphitheater, Saturday March 24th!
The spirit, culture and music of France is arriving to Casa de Campo and Altos de Chavón next week during the first annual “Semana de Francia”, to be celebrated between the 22nd and the 25th of March, with one of the many highlights of the event being the “Gran Gala de la Canción Francesa” concert […]
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Vive la France! The “Semana de Francia” French Festival – full schedule of events!
The 1st (hopefully annual) “Semana de Francia” will be celebrated in Casa de Campo and Altos de Chavón next week, from Thursday March 22nd to Sunday March 25th! Oh la la! Taking place as part of Altos de Chavón’s 30th anniversary celebrations and the 25th anniversary of the French Dominican Chamber of Commerce (CCDF), Casa de Campo […]
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The Humpback whales have arrived! Everything you need to know about the whale watching season in Samaná!
The Dominican Republic’s whale watching season in the country’s northeast peninsula, Samaná has already started! Year after year, thousands of international tourists and residents from the Dominican Republic travel to Samaná to enjoy this fabulous spectacle, this year is taking place between January 15th and the 31st of March.
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“El Día de Independencia” – Today the Dominican Republic celebrates 168 years of Independence!
Happy Independence Day! Today, the Dominican Republic celebrates its 168 years of Independence! The Dominican Republic, is a country which has, from the beginning fought for its freedom – having been colonized by Spain as well as been invaded by French and Haitian troops, so here we bring you the fascinating history of the Dominican Republic, Dominican Independence Day, […]
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Casa de Campo Living Reviews: Cafecito de la Cubana, a tropical seaside treat!
On a recent adventure outside of Casa de Campo, looking to try something new and different, we found ourselves in nearby Bayahibe and decided to have lunch at a cute little café that we had never tried before – and we were thrilled to discover a keeper! “Cafecito de la Cubana” is a rustic little […]
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The La Romana Chamber of Commerce fights to ensure economic stability in La Romana
The town of La Romana represents one of the Dominican Republic’s most economically active areas with tourism playing a major role in it’s continued development and the La Romana Chamber of Commerce’s is working hard to ensure that La Romana’s growth continues.
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Celebrating a labor of love! Orietta and Enrico Citati host a cocktail of thanks for the supporters of the Orfanato Niños de Cristo orphanage
For Casa de Campo villa owners, Orietta and Enrico Citati their labor of love with the Orfanato Niños de Cristo orphanage in La Romana started in 1995, 17 years ago. And over the years with their unfailing support of the cause and the children, this jolly couple have now become as much a part of the […]