FRANCO Y BARBARA

                     

Dans ce post, nous aimerions parler un peu de nous,
notre boutique de cadeaux et nos chambres à louer.

Nous vivons et  travaillont dans le centre de Las Galeras.

Nous sommes situés sur le coin de la route principale, qui se termine à Playa Grande, et une autre route menant à la Playita.

C'est une zone «commerciale», sur les côtés, il ya deux restaurants, en face de la seule banque et à quelques mètres d'un «supermarché».


C'est pas un havre de tranquillité près de la mer, mais nous sommes à seulement quelques mètres de partout:

PLAGES...

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semi-brillant sur toile

COCKPIT...

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sur semi-brillant tissu

DISCOTEQUE

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sur tissu semi-brillant

Les dominicains sont généralement "bruyant" ...
ils parler d'une voix forte, klaxonnent sans raison, ils écoutent la musique à des volumes impossibles et ils aiment les motos bruyant. Mais c'est l'essence de ce village et de la vraie vie en République Dominicaine!

Lorsque nous avons construit notre maison, nous avons décidé de faire un espace commercial sur la rue principale, où il y a maintenant notre boutique de cadeaux.

         

Au premier étage se trouve notre appartement et derrière les deux chambres à louer, 
simples, propres, bien entretenues et à des prix raisonnables!


La chambre plus petite, avec un lit double et salle de bain.

                                                                             

L'autre chambre plus grande...

Sur la terrasse il y a une cuisine qui peut être privée ou partagée par les deux chambres.

Venez nous rendre visite, nous vous attendons avec un sourire et si vous avez vu ce post, faitez-nous savoir, nous aurons aussi un petit cadeau!

Gift shop Franco y Barbara

Las Galeras-Samanà

République dominicaine

FRANCO Y BARBARA

In this post, we would like to talk a bit about us,
our gift shop and the rooms we rent.

We live and work right in the center of Las Galeras.

We are on the corner of the main road that ends at Playa Grande, and a side road that leads to La Playita.

We are located in a "commercial area", with a restaurant on each side. The only bank is right in front of us, and a few meters down the road is a "supermarket"

It is hardly a haven of tranquility on the ocean, but we are just a few meters from everything: 

BEACHES ...

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COCKFIGHTING...

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semi-gloss on canvas

DISCO

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semi-gloss on canvas

The Dominican people are generally "noisy" ...

They speak in a loud voice, sounding their car horn for no reason, listen to music at impossible volumes, and love a motor without muffler, but it is the essence of this village and the true life in the Dominican Republic!

When we built our house, we decided to build a commercial space on the main street, which is now our gift shop.

Upstairs and above our apartment we have two rooms for rent, simple, clean, well-maintained and at reasonable prices!

A small room with a double bed and bathroom.

                                                                             

The largest bedroom

On the patio there is a kitchen that can be used in private or shared between the  two rooms.

Come and visit us, we're awaiting you with a smile, and if you have seen this post, let us know, we will also have a small gift!

Gift shop Franco y Barbara

Las Galeras-Samanà

Dominican Republic

SAINT DOMINGUE COLONIAL FESTIVAL

Aussi cette année, sera de retour le
         
                                           Saint Domingue Colonial Festival 

21-23 Novembre, la zone coloniale de Santo Domingo sera rempli de couleurs, de musique et de plaisir.
Le festival va croître dans les rues, les restaurants et les musées, qui seront rempli avec des activités culturelles et délices, la musique live et l'art  typique de ce pays dynamique, pour le divertissement des adultes et enfants.
Il y aura plus que mille artisans, des acteurs de théâtre de rue et  masques  représentant
Pour ouvrir toutes les portes de la ville sur le monde, dans le but d'en faire une fête inoubliable pour un tourisme durable

SANTO DOMINGO COLONIAL FESTIVAL

Also this year will return to the
         
                                           Santo Domingo Colonial Festival

From 21-23 November, the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo will be filled with color, music and fun.
The festival will grow in the streets, restaurants and museums, which will be filled with cultural activities and
delights, live music and art typical of this vibrant country, for the entertainment of adults and children.
There will be more than thousand craftsmen, actors of street theater and masks representative.
In order to open all the gates of the city to the world, with the aim of making this an unforgettable feast for sustainable tourism

LAS GALERAS AND AROUND

Getting to Dominican Rep fills my heart forever!

The Samana Peninsula 'is the region north-east of the country, known for its wild nature. It 'a protected area where nature still reigns supreme.

Starting from the capital Santo Domingo, Samana is reached in about 2 hours and 30 minutes on the highway, renting a car or using public transport.

The bus line Carriben Tour, for example, provide 4 departures a day from the capital. These vehicles are comfortable and confident that reach most of the areas of the island, including our goal, Samana. The only drawback is the air conditioning, often too high!

Alternatively you can use the minibus, "guagua" for long distances, leaving every half hour from Calle Barahona. It is pretty uncomfortable and make many stops, but they are definitely the most typical means of transport!
From Samana to Las Galeras, the minibus takes another 45 minutes. along the coastal road all contribute to the impression of having traveled to the end of the world.

Las Galeras, is a small, quiet village without post office and no traffic lights, given the lack of traffic, would be unnecessary. Fortunately, for a town of this size, however, there are two clinics, nightclubs, restaurants and hotels to suit all tastes.
The country is known because it is surrounded by beaches very different from one another, but they all really heavenly:

Playa Grande is a beach in the country. The Calle Principal, ( the big road ) road from which we come, through Las Galeras and ends right on this beach.

On this beach you can buy fresh fish directly from the hands of fishermen, who can also cook it for you on the spot.
It's the perfect place to take a nap, that make for a wonderful walk, with eyes that dwell on the small island in front of the beach.

The Playta is the other town beach can be reached on foot in just ten minutes.
And 'much smaller than Playa Grande, but really lovely!
And 'perfect for relaxing, swimming languidly soaking in pools of calm crystal clear water. The beach is great fun and suitable for children.

For the less lazy, it will be a pleasure to swim out to the reef, snorkelling.
Part of the beach is equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas of leaves, and there is also a good restaurant.

Playa Colorado, and 'wild and wonderful. It's a completely deserted beach, with no settlements or umbrellas, so it is perfect for those who want to isolate themselves but not for those who like to perform different activities on the beach.
It 'reached by boat, by motorbike, by car or even quads.

Playa Rincon, is known as one of the beaches and the most 'beautiful in the Caribbean.
They are about 5 km of pristine beach.
The road ends at the center of beach.Turning right at the bottom where you close the bay,
the sea is more secure, and always calm and perfect for swimming.
It is equipped with beds and three restaurants.
Behind the restaurants, and even a dune beach and sea. From dream!

Turning instead to the left end of the beach, is the frio Cano, a stream of cool fresh water, crystal clear, where you can swim and even take a hike through the mangroves,
Farther upstream for a mile on a small rowing boat,
accompanied by local boys and in absolute silence.

Again, under roofs of leaves or lying comfortably on the beach, you can enjoy lobster, fish, freshly caught shrimp.

Continuing, the imposing Cabo Cabron, a long strip of wilderness overlooking the sea.

Playa Madama: there are no words to describe it!
A very small deserted cove, a cave, coconut trees, sand and sea of incredible color!
It is hard to believe that here they shot scenes in many films set in the Caribbean.
It 'reached by boat, on horseback or on foot.

Playa Fronton: another beach really unique.

There by boat, you will be amazed. Turning around a cliff, you will find yourself suddenly faced with unexpected spectacle ...

Do not forget your mask and a pair of shoes to walk on rocks and corals!

It is also possible walk with a little' spirit of adventure.