We arrived into the Santo Domingo area before heading out to Bahai de las Aguilas. We decided to book a room at the Sheraton before the long road trip.
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-photos/sdqds-sheraton-santo-domingo-hotel/
We knew it would be a long ride but getting there though worth the trip wasn’t easy. You can take a bus, fly from Haiti (not ideal) or drive. We all agreed on driving roughly 7 hours to reach our virgin beach. You’ll need to make a few stops to stretch, get gas or lunch. I highly recommend leaving early and getting to the hotel with enough daylight.
I have a thing for booking destinations that take me on sketchy bumpy rides in the unknown. lol Let me explain…
Sometimes visiting untouched virgin beaches means the hotel industry hasn’t had the chance to develop therefore the grounds still need some investing and are currently being managed by smaller property owners. Up until about 30 minutes prior to reaching the hotel our ride was smooth. Most of our travel time was thankfully on either a major highway and or curvy mountainous roads, sometimes entering and exiting towns which can make the road trip interesting. I really enjoy seeing how people live in other countries. Developing a better understanding of what it’s like to live there by asking questions, visiting residential areas, and socializing with locals. I really enjoyed that we were able to take beautiful photography along the way, we also stopped at a bodega (little corner store) for a soda and snacks you can’t buy at home. None of it would be possible if my time was measured. I take the negative (7 hour drive) and turn it into how can I make this enjoyable and maximize my adventure.
The only negative I can’t turn to a positive is the 1,000 speed bumps in town. You can’t avoid them, just look out for them if you don’t want a flat tire. They suggest you drive there in a 4×4. Not completely necessary but suggested.
Ok now lets get to the fun part. Our hotel wasn’t a hotel, Eco Del Mar offers a variety of tents. You can really camp it out or glamp it in style. If you decide on the typical tent, you do get a full size bed near the ocean with limited amenities and shared outside showers. But keep in mind, you are in a tent, no lighting, no standing up right b/c you are in a tent lol. Just want to be clear on that part. (see image 1) We decided to upgrade after getting there and seeing the beautiful lodge options we were offered. The images provided on their site would not motivate me to stay there. Instead check out my videos and photos and see for yourself.
Great blog. Always enjoy your pictures and detailed experience along with adventures. Can’t wait to hear about the next trip! Xxo!
Glad you enjoyed it. I’m trying to now focus on traveling within the USA. I’m finishing up my Arizona blog. I hope you can one day make it out there. IT was stunning. 🙂 Thanks for reading.