Listen "All Things Punta Cana, DR with Connor Firmender"
Episode Synopsis
Whether it’s a family trip, going out with the guys, or taking a wild spring break trip, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (often referred to as DR) may be the place for you to go explore for fun nights, gambling, cave diving, drink tasting, and dune buggies. Where to Stay: Connor stayed at The Grande Bahia PrincipeHis cost was $1,100 bundled with 3 people which included a roundtrip flight, 5 days and 4 nights.A connection from RSW to Miami to Punta Cana int. Flew Southwest. https://www.bahia-principe.com/en/resorts-in-dominican-republic/resort-punta-cana/expedia deals:https://www.expedia.com/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Grand-Bahia-Principe-Punta-Cana-All-Inclusive.h1091208.Hotel-InformationAshley stayed at Majestic Mirage:https://www.majestic-resorts.com/en/our-resorts/majestic-mirage-punta-canaDay time Activities and Recommendations: Safari ride to dune buggies (Horses, Pigs, Goats, etc.): https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g3176298-d4063039-Reviews-Adventure_Boogies-Bavaro_Punta_Cana_La_Altagracia_Province_Dominican_Republic.htmlDune buggies through jungles, dunes, waterMonkeys on Crescent BeachFreshwater caveSnorkelingBeach volleyball, beach soccerDunk tank on the beachWater aerobicsCatamaran cruise around the island https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g147293-d12467586-Punta_Cana_Discovery_Package_Dune_Buggy_Adventure_and_Catamaran_Cruise-Punta_Cana_.htmlNighttime Activities:Dance partiesCasino on-site and Hard Rock Casino: https://www.hardrockhotelpuntacana.com/special-offers.htm?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=brand&utm_content=1x1&dclid=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm9D0BRCMARIsAIfvfIayHlcQcQGJNqwTIU34p0UKMc5efFeSbyzEuVsEfOWjclkYF0qtO6AaAtJ7EALw_wcBNight club “Discos” Cocos bongos: best night Ever, 3 in the world. https://www.cocobongo.com/locations/puntacana/?lang=enDrinks Recommendations Coconut drinksPineapple drinksShots of the sig liquor: Mama Juana (rum, red wine, and honey to soak in a bottle with tree bark and herbs)Tips to Stay Safe while in DRStay with a friend the entire time, let friends know ahead of time where you are going. Share your locations with friendsLook at your data plan. Call provider for $10 a day for unlimited data. Unless you have an unlimited international plan.Ask resort people where to eat, where is safe and unsafe etc.
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