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Jan 8, 2024 11:03:18 GMT -5
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Post by bandit on Jan 8, 2024 11:03:18 GMT -5
It’s been awfully quiet in here lately. Happy New Year to everyone. Anybody have any plans to go to CFI anytime soon? February is always a good month for everyone to go there and thaw out from the cold as a midwinter break. Always been a group of people that sprinkles In and out throughout the month. Valentines Day with a chica anyone?
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Jan 8, 2024 21:09:30 GMT -5
Post by gguy on Jan 8, 2024 21:09:30 GMT -5
Heya Bandit,
I’m planning on making my first ever trip in Feb. I’m still trying to decide where to stay, but I’m considering #3 at the moment, BD seem to think that one fit my wants the best. They recently reopened #1 though, yourself and the others have made #1 sound pretty fun. So I may end up splitting my time at both to see which i like better for future trips. Currently I’m working on how many various excursions I want to try and do. I’m thinking maybe 2 excursions , a tour of Santo Domingo and something else, something like golf, ATV ride, or maybe snorkeling. Anything any of you particularly liked and recommend? I don’t want to do anything that has me on a bus for half the day. At least not for my first trip.
Also, I just wanted to say to you and the other originals, thank you for all of the helpful posts and information. It’s been invaluable in prepping for my trip and making the decision to do this.
I do have two questions;
1. , I’ve read plenty of posts about how people handle extra tipping at #1, which seems smaller, more private and personal. What about at #2 and #3? Do you guys tip any differently? #3 specifically seems bigger and more like a traditional resort where you’re maybe not interacting with individuals as much. That’s a total guess on my part though just based on reading stuff.
2. #1 seems like a lot of the original crew’s preference mostly for the privacy and comradery. But would you still choose #1 over the others even if there weren’t going to be other guests, or at least any guests you know?
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Jan 10, 2024 6:31:15 GMT -5
Post by pragueguy on Jan 10, 2024 6:31:15 GMT -5
I'm working on my schedule and hope to make my first trip in August. My work calendar stays full so I have to plan everything months in advance. I'm hoping to finalize a few things with work in the next few weeks and go ahead and work with BD to get everything reserved for the first week of August. I'm looking forward to the experience!
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Jan 10, 2024 11:33:26 GMT -5
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Post by bandit on Jan 10, 2024 11:33:26 GMT -5
Gguy I would almost always choose number 1 for privacy and less crowded as it’s much smaller than the other. Everything is in within walking distance. Number 1 and 3 maybe like a 5-10 minute apart walking on the beach to make it the longest route. You mostly deal with the same people at number 1 because it’s smaller and also makes service better. Also what are your dates in February? Let us know when you get them finalized.
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Jan 10, 2024 13:46:34 GMT -5
Post by mgphfxlhr on Jan 10, 2024 13:46:34 GMT -5
Dear Bandit,
I too am planning on making my first ever trip and agree that the members on the forum have been very helpful in deciding to take this plunge. On looking at the threads it appears that March has been mentioned as a good month as there is some sort of Carnaval there. I was thinking of staying at #3 as it appears close to the beach, but, I understand from the boards #1 is newly refurbished and not to far from the beach. I am planning for a quick trip so I can not split my time.
I wonder if you could let me know when is the Carnaval there and what it is like, if so which resort is bet to stay at for the activities? Also, which resort has access to diving- will only have time for 1 day of diving so not keen on commuting too far to a good dive site.
Thanks in advance for your kind advice.
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Jan 11, 2024 10:31:17 GMT -5
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Post by bandit on Jan 11, 2024 10:31:17 GMT -5
Well mgphfxlhr Carnival is a changing time period. But I believe you’re talking about the end of March and that’s like their Independence Day celebration time. Never been there at that time but a friend of mine told me about it a few months ago. You can go diving from any location. Just ask Bulldog or Fior and they can assist with that that.
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Jan 11, 2024 14:40:17 GMT -5
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Post by Mgphfxlhr on Jan 11, 2024 14:40:17 GMT -5
Thanks
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Jan 30, 2024 21:27:01 GMT -5
Post by jdc256 on Jan 30, 2024 21:27:01 GMT -5
Hello Bandit, I am new to these forums. I have been doing research on these types of vacations for over a month and I have finally decided I am booking here. I got a call from Bulldog and I am very confident this is the trip I want. I was kind of leanong towards #3, but only because of the open walk in shower I saw in one of the pictures. Really whichever is going to be a better experience is where I want to stay. My trip is planned for the last week in april. Any advice? And how much should be standard tips for the girls? I don't want to short anyone.
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Jan 31, 2024 12:12:46 GMT -5
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Post by bandit on Jan 31, 2024 12:12:46 GMT -5
My advise would be for you to stay at what you would find comfortable for your vacation. The tipping is really dependent on what you want to give the chica. Enjoy your vacation.
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