Advantages: Climate, Scenery, Value for Money Holiday, Disadvantages: None
...the island is called the Amber Coast because of the abundance of amber found there, you will find a huge amount of amber jewellery to buy, along with black jade and the gem that is unique to the Dominican Republic, larimar, which is a gorgeous sea-blue stone. Beware though, larimar jewellery can be quite expensive but, if you are getting engaged as a couple did whilst I was there, then it is worth it to get something extra special and unique to the ... ...beautiful place and one that I would recommend to others and to which I will definitely go again. I had been a bit sceptical about going after listening to others who kindly informed me that I may experience hurricanes, tropical rain, illness from the food and/or malaria tablets, etc., etc. But I must say that to anyone who has heard any negative rumours - DO NOT LISTEN - It is a wonderful place- truly magnificent, full of exotic flowers, palm trees, ...
tfw 18.11.2000
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Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Amber Coast (Dominican Republic)
Advantages: friendly, warm, relaxing and also if you want exciting Disadvantages: Long flight
This fabulous location is a must for anyone wanting to go somewhere welcoming, warm and enjoyable.
The scenery is breath taking, with films being filmed there, such as Jurrassic Park.
There are many trips on which you get to see the sights. This also allows you to see how these people live.
The locals are friendly, and treat you like long lost friends. There are your beach Traders who with a firn NO thanks will go away. Please remember these are ... ...form of earning. The only bad side I found was how the visitors spoke to the staff at my hotel. They were impolite, and did not apprieciate the language barrier, and got angry when they couldn;t understand English. The majority of Dominicans do infact speak good English.
I flew from Gatwick airport. The flight was ten hours long. I was met at the airport by my rep. The first time I went I went with first choise , then the second time was with My ...
ajfleming 03.03.2004 (06.03.2004)
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Ciao members have rated this review on average: somewhat helpful Review of Amber Coast (Dominican Republic)
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