Every year the Fundacion MIR hosts the Retiro Carismatico, which in English translates to ‘charismatic retreat,’ but would be more accurately translated as a spiritual retreat. The aim of this retreat is to open the hearts of the people, embrace religion and impart and share biblical knowledge.
Category: Dominican Republic
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The Casa de Campo Open: a great golfing event!
The 29th Annual Casa de Campo Open Golf Tournament was held last week, September 16-18 on Casa de Campo’s wonderful Pete Dye designed golf courses; the Teeth of the Dog, Dye Fore and the Links.
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Adventures in Casa: Me, a swimsuit model?!?
Me, a swimsuit model?!? NOPE!! But just because I’m pasty white and not exactly ‘toned’ didn’t stop me from trying! In this article I reveal my ‘experience’ as a very amateur swimsuit model and reveal with a few of the more flattering photos why I will not be giving up the day job!
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This LONG Weekend in Casa: Sept 23 – 26
This weekend is a LONG weekend, which is undoubtedly cause for a celebration! Aside from private parties and boat trips to Palmilla, Playa Minitas, Altos de Chavón and the Marina Casa de Campo is guaranteed to be busier than normal – full with weekend visitors all excited to take advantage of the extra days holiday! […]
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BBQ en la Playa! Beach BBQ: Sept 24th, 25th, 26th
Casa de Campo’s Beach BBQ is back! To celebrate the long weekend from the 24th to the 26th of September, Casa de Campo will be offering their legendary beach bbq at Playa Minitas (Minitas beach). (Abajo en Español.) The BBQ will be served on Friday, Saturday and Sunday the 24th, 25th and 26th of September […]
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Celebrating the launch of new cigars ‘Mi Dominicana’ and the ‘Sejias Signature Series’
Last Friday the 17th of September, villa owners, residents and visitors to Casa de Campo celebrated the launch of two new cigars; the ‘Mi Dominicana’ and the ‘Sejias Signature Series.’ The celebration was held at the Casamontecristo in Altos de Chavón and attracted quiet a crowd of cigar aficionados…
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Memories of Casa de Campo: The La Romana Tourist
In this week’s ‘Memories of Casa de Campo’ post, our wonderful weekly writer and photographer, Carol Burke leads us through La Romana as a tourist in the 1980’s, complete with souvenirs and a trip to the post office!
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Bazaar Dueños, Oct 10th: Jewellery making classes for kids and adults!
Casa de Campo Living’s next great event; the Bazaar Dueños 2010, taking place on Sunday the 10th of October from 11AM to 6PM in Altos de Chavón will not only have many stalls and tables with vendors selling a huge range of items but also restaurants and bars, music, kids activities and more – the details […]
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The American Chamber of Commerce invites you to: “Disco Fever” Baile Benéfico Anual Masquerade Ball 2010
La Cámara Americana de Comercio de República Dominicana (AMCHAMDR) le invita a “Disco Fever” baile benéfico anual masquerade ball, en Santo Domingo, viernes 1 de Ocutbre. The American Chamber of Commerce of the Dominican Republic (AMCHAMDR) cordially invites you to “Disco Fever” their annual fundraising masquerade ball.
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This Weekend in Casa: 16th- 19th Sept
This weekend we have the launch party of the new cigars ‘Sejias Signature Series’ and ‘Mi Dominicana’ at the Casa Montecristo on Friday night, as well as live music and dancing at the La Caña bar with the Dekadas Quartet.
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Casa de Campo Living Reviews: Rico Bistro – the best food in Romana?
Does Rico Bistro have the BEST food in La Romana? Whilst we don’t want to start a restaurant war, the answer to the question is VERY POSSIBLY. Of course being only (VERY) amateur food critics it would be impossible for us to really compare, especially as we are regulars and big fans of a number […]