Everything you need to know about getting around town in Cabarete One of the best things about visiting Cabarete is being able to get around freely, easily, and very cheap. Our Guide to public transportation in Cabarete will explain everything you need to know about getting around town. Types of Transportation in Cabarete There are … Continue reading “Guide to Public Transportation in Cabarete”
Category: Domestic Dominican Republic
Amber – The Dominican Republic’s Treasured Gemstone
In addition to the much sought after sunshine, idyllic trade winds and tropical beaches, the North Coast of the Dominican Republic has the largest amounts of amber deposits on the island, earning the nickname Amber Coast. How It’s Made Amber is formed when the tree secretes resin, which then dries up, gets washed down streams … Continue reading “Amber – The Dominican Republic’s Treasured Gemstone”
The Taino Indians of The Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic has a long and fascinating history that begins with the Taino Indians. Taino, meaning good or noble in their language, provides a glimpse into their colorful and spiritual lives. Renowned for their beautiful artwork, naturally produced medicine, innovative sporting activities, intricate textiles, jewelry and pottery, the Tainos were incredibly talented and surrounded … Continue reading “The Taino Indians of The Dominican Republic”
Larimar – Dominican Republic’s Exclusive Gemstone
The Dominican Republic is full of treasures, and one of our most beloved is Larimar. Also known as “Stefilia’s Stone,” Larimar is a rare blue variety of mineral pectolite found only in the Dominican Republic. Its color varies from white, light blue, green-blue to deep blue. Copper is locked inside a crystal at the time … Continue reading “Larimar – Dominican Republic’s Exclusive Gemstone”
41 Photos That Will Make You Wish You Were in Cabarete, DR
If you’re not in Cabarete, Dominican Republic right now, we guarantee these photos will make you wish you were. We reached out to some of Cabarete’s finest photographers and asked them to send us photos that they feel embody the spirit of our tiny radical beach town – and we think they nailed it. Not … Continue reading “41 Photos That Will Make You Wish You Were in Cabarete, DR”