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The Dominican Republic: Golf capital of the Caribbean

The Dominican Republic: Golf capital of the Caribbean

on May 20, 2013, / in Golf

The Dominican Republic has consolidated its position as the Caribbean’s golf capital. Most recently, the online newspaper “Caribbean Daily” included the Tortuga Bay, Casa de Campo and Eden Roc hotels – all in Cap Cana – in the list of the 10 Best Golf Resorts in the Caribbean. The luxury Tortuga Bay Hotel in Bavaro, Punta Cana – on the [...]

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Casa de Campo Resort: excellent Golf, Polo, Tennis, Skeet Shooting and Fishing

Casa de Campo Resort: excellent Golf, Polo, Tennis, Skeet Shooting and Fishing

on May 3, 2013, / in Hotels, La Romana-Bayahíbe, Sports

The luxury Casa de Campo Resort, situated in the Dominican Republic’s eastern region, is a member of Leading Hotels of the World.  Much frequented by world-renowned figures from the world of entertainment, sports and politics, Casa de Campo is not only the perfect Caribbean getaway, but also a paradise for the sports enthusiast.  The resort provides excellent opportunities to practice [...]

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Fourth annual DR OPEN 2013 to be played in Punta Cana

Fourth annual DR OPEN 2013 to be played in Punta Cana

on April 22, 2013, / in Events, Golf

The fourth annual International Golf Tournament (DR OPEN 2013) will be held from May 27 to June 2 at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino’s Cana Bay golf course, in Punta Cana, on the country’s eastern region. The event is being coordinated by the Dominican Golf Federation Golf, and participants are expected from Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Puerto [...]

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Virtual Tour of the Famous Golf Course Teeth of the Dog

Virtual Tour of the Famous Golf Course Teeth of the Dog

on April 10, 2013, / in Golf, La Romana-Bayahíbe

It is now possible to visit the “Teeth of the Dog” golf course, in the plush “Casa de Campo” resort, thanks to a app designed by the Golf Digest/Golf World magazine and the resort. The golf course was built by legendary architect Pete Dye and it currently occupies the 22nd slot in the magazine’s ranking system. The app allows the [...]

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Impressive 2013 golf calendar

Impressive 2013 golf calendar

on March 20, 2013, / in Golf

The country’s impressive annual golf calendar is more active than ever.  Organizers have already begun to announce the year’s big golf tournaments, including the DR Open, organized by the Dominican Federation of Golf.  This particular event is scheduled for May in the Cana Bay Golf Course, at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Punta Cana, in the country’s easternmost [...]

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Dominican coastline is a diver’s paradise

Dominican coastline is a diver’s paradise

on February 14, 2013, / in Sports

The Dominican Republic is ranked as one of the top Caribbean diving destinations. The exceptional visibility of its many diving sites, the abundant and diverse marine life, as well as the 25-30 (Celsius) water temperatures, all come together to make the Dominican Republic an important diving destination. Because diving activities have become an important part of the country’s tourism industry, [...]

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Travel to the “Pico Duarte,” adventure in the Caribbean’s highest mountain peak

Travel to the “Pico Duarte,” adventure in the Caribbean’s highest mountain peak

on January 27, 2013, / in Other Destinations, Sports, Travel

Situated 3,087 meters above sea level is one of the country’s most important destinations for the true nature and adventure lovers. Reaching the Caribbean’s highest peak, the “Pico Duarte,” is an experience that few nature lovers can afford to miss. The “Pico Duarte” is situated in the country’s central mountain range. The range literally crosses the island in the middle, [...]

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11th Annual “Master of the Ocean” sports competition to be held in Cabarete

11th Annual “Master of the Ocean” sports competition to be held in Cabarete

on January 21, 2013, / in Cabarete, Events, Sports

The eleventh annual “Master of the Ocean” sports competition, where contestants from all over the world participate in various water sports competition, will be held in Cabarete, the beachside community situated in the country’s north coast. Today, this once sleepy fishing village has become the Caribbean’s most important destination for watersports. For six days, the region’s excellent weather and the [...]

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“Los Altos:” luxury apartments for tourists and golfers

“Los Altos:” luxury apartments for tourists and golfers

on January 15, 2013, / in Golf, La Romana-Bayahíbe

The “Los Altos Club” is a beautiful residential tourism complex located in the internationally renowned “Casa de Campo” resort in La Romana, in the country’s eastern region. These luxury apartments are situated next to the impressive Golf Dye Fore Golf Course, designed by Pete Dye. The one, two and three bedroom units are fully equipped with all the amenities the [...]

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World-famous golfer to teach intensive course at “Casa de Campo”

World-famous golfer to teach intensive course at “Casa de Campo”

on December 11, 2012, / in Golf, La Romana-Bayahíbe

Renowned golf instructor Jim McLean, owner of the famous Jim McLean Golf School, is scheduled to teach an intensive golf course at the world-famous “Casa de Campo” resort from December 10-15. The training is aimed at golfers with low handicaps.  In the case of men, handicaps should be less than 10, while women should have handicaps under 18. The 42-hour [...]

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