As a Dominican, one of the things that excite us the most is talking about our country; about its beautiful beaches, mountains, rivers, its people, culture and that is precisely why many tourists come to our island. In our article today, we will take you to a small island, located east of the Dominican Republic, […]
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They’re the dinosaurs of the ocean & 9 other things you didn’t know about marine turtles
The entire east coast of the Dominican Republic is a haven for many marine species, especially turtles.
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Parque Nacional del Este renamed Cotubanamá
The Parque Nacional del Este, the National Park of the East, the gem of the La Romana – Bayahibe area has just been renamed, and from now on be know as the Parque Nacional Cotubanamá.
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Orca whales spotted at Saona Island
Earlier this week, Alido Luis Báez of FUNDEMAR (The Dominican Foundation for Marine Research) based in Bayahibe, spotted 2 orcas in the waters off of Saona Island.
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“Bar de Abejas” opens in Saona!
Great news! A new bar called “Bar de Abejas” has just opened on Saona Island!
Posted inBeyond Casa, Casa de Campo Resort, Headline, Lifestyle, Local News
It’s turtle nesting season in the Dominican Republic and Casa de Campo!
March to November in the Dominican Republic is turtle nesting season – which means right now on the Dominican Republic’s many beaches; Hawksbill turtles, Green turtles and Leatherback turtles are laying their eggs – some even right here on Minitas Beach and on nearby Saona Island!
Posted inBeyond Casa, Casa de Campo Living, Dominican Republic, Events and Activities, Lifestyle, Local News, Upcoming
Photo of the week: “It’s good for you”
Proof that sun, sea, sand, beautiful women and photography really is good for you!
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One man’s mission to save the marine turtles of Saona Island
Hawksbill turtles and indeed all marine turtles are nearing extinction in the Dominican Republic- but thanks to the tireless efforts of a humble fisherman from Saona Island, the numbers of these beautiful creatures are slowly increasing.
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Exploring the Dominican Republic: Day trip to Saona Island!
During my last 4 years in Casa de Campo (wow I can’t believe it’s been so long already), I have been lucky enough to visit many beautiful tourist attractions across the Dominican Republic, but unbelievably had never been to Saona Island. So when my parents came for a visit recently, the 3 of us set […]
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Lost and found: baby manatee rescued in Bayahibe!
Last Saturday 13th of June 2012, a baby manatee, was spotted in the “Parque Nacional del Este” national park area and thanks to the “Fundación Dominicana de Estudios Marinos” (The Dominican Foundation for Marine Research), otherwise known as FUNDEMAR, the manatee was successfully reunited with it’s parents. Here we share with you this great “rescue” story and photos […]
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Casa de Campo photo of the week: Kayaking and beers at Saona Island
This week we bring you the ultimate “good times” photo – blue seas, blue skies, palm trees, beers and a little kayaking thrown in for good measure!