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Friday, May 29, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
Amigos 24
Vallebrarisimo is a sexy 26 year old Columbian.
Loverboy lives in Trinidad. He is 21 years old, cool and friendly and likes dancing.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Memorial Madness
Monaga is at it again. The Monaga Organization is hosting parties at Bar Friends tonight and Saturday night, May 22 and 23. We know Monaga can throw a party as well as pull off a raucous review of local strippers! Go by and support them if you're in Santo Domingo this weekend.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Delirious!
I have a friend who has been vacationing in the Dominican Republic for many years. In fact, that is where I met him. He is a cool guy. He is funny, yet intelligent and focused. He can sometimes be opinionated. Not that I'm knocking it because everybody is entitled to one.
Okay, here is where I'm going with this blog entry. He and I were on the phone a few weeks ago discussing our recent trips to the DR and sharing the usual gossip. He tells me that he believes all of the ex-patriates that live there have lost their minds. Knowing that we share many of the same acquaintances I gave him the opportunity to clarify and to perhaps rethink such an all-inclusive statement. He said "no, they're all crazy."
He went on to reminisce about when he met various people in the DR and how at the time he met them they seemed to have things all together. He disclosed situations and circumstances that he believes have had an adverse effect on their sanity. He went on to conclude that if they were anywhere near their previous places of residence their behavior and mindset would be much different.
I have thought about that conversation a few times since it occured. While I do not believe that "they're all crazy," I must admit that I have observed changes in behaviors and beliefs and wondered why. I initially charged it to people adapting to their surroundings. But upon further study I admit there have been some instances when behaviors or reactions to circumstances were questionable. You know, one of those "wow, I can't believe that" moments when you witness something and know that the person you thought you knew would not, and should not, allow that to happen or react or behave in such a manner.
Perhaps it is the result of a paradise induced delirium. Maybe for some people living in paradise is like having one too many Cuba Libre's. What are your thoughts?
Okay, here is where I'm going with this blog entry. He and I were on the phone a few weeks ago discussing our recent trips to the DR and sharing the usual gossip. He tells me that he believes all of the ex-patriates that live there have lost their minds. Knowing that we share many of the same acquaintances I gave him the opportunity to clarify and to perhaps rethink such an all-inclusive statement. He said "no, they're all crazy."
He went on to reminisce about when he met various people in the DR and how at the time he met them they seemed to have things all together. He disclosed situations and circumstances that he believes have had an adverse effect on their sanity. He went on to conclude that if they were anywhere near their previous places of residence their behavior and mindset would be much different.
I have thought about that conversation a few times since it occured. While I do not believe that "they're all crazy," I must admit that I have observed changes in behaviors and beliefs and wondered why. I initially charged it to people adapting to their surroundings. But upon further study I admit there have been some instances when behaviors or reactions to circumstances were questionable. You know, one of those "wow, I can't believe that" moments when you witness something and know that the person you thought you knew would not, and should not, allow that to happen or react or behave in such a manner.
Perhaps it is the result of a paradise induced delirium. Maybe for some people living in paradise is like having one too many Cuba Libre's. What are your thoughts?
Thursday, May 14, 2009
A Beautiful Friday
The weather here has been two weeks of rain and cool temperatures. Finally, a day of sunshine. Have a great weekend!
News For Dancing
The Brazilian community is together in presenting a costume mascarading party and a sampling of Brazilian carnival at the Club Libanes Sirio-Palestino. The social club is located at Av. 30 de Mayo corner Herman Suarez No. 3, between Presidente Beer Brewery and the Winston Churchill. The entrance is by the Malecon (30 de Mayo). Starting 9pm, expect a night of samba show, contests and lots of Brazilian music allegoric to the Brazilian carnival. General admission is RD$1,000. Tickets for sale at the Cafeteria of the Centro de Cultura Brasil-RD, Tel 809 682-1592. For more information, call 829 616-7128.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Amigos De Los Mundo
Friday, May 08, 2009
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Puerto Rican Pick-Up
Here is a great deal for travel to Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico has a nice gay scene. There is active nightlife. Clubs include the Atlantic Beach Bar and Club Eros, but there are several others. Gay-owned accomodations are plentiful throughout the island, including some by the gay-friendly Ocean Park beach. Click HERE to discover more about the country. Many boricuas use ManHunt to meet friends and lovers. Remember, no passport required for US travelers and the US dollar is the currency.
For just $374 per person, spend 4 nights on a beach in Puerto Rico, just minutes from the rain forest. Roundtrip air and stay at the 4-star Wyndham Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa are included. This entire package is less than the normal price of hotel only.
CheapCaribbean.com is also throwing in a $100 debit card and a guaranteed upgrade to an Oceanview Room. Plus, a VIP card is included that provides discounts on a number of resort activities (including golf, tennis, spa, tours and more).
Depart Sept. 1 - Dec. 20 (May-June & August +$60; July +$90) from the following cities:
Add $0 from New York City; Add $10 from Atlanta and Orlando; Add $20 from Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa and Washington D.C.; Add $30 from Chicago; Add $40 from Baltimore and Boston; Add $60 from Philadelphia; Add $70 from Detroit; Add $80 from Dallas; Add $100+ from More than 40 additional departure cities; see Web site for details
IMPORTANT: When booking ANY Puerto Rico package online or by phone through CheapCaribbean, use the promo code PR250 to receive additional savings. The pricing above already reflects the discount (based on double occupancy), but prices as they appear on CheapCaribbean.com's page will not yet be discounted.
Book by May 13: Click here for more information or to book online through CheapCaribbean.com. Or call CheapCaribbean.com at 800-915-2322 and mention you saw this offer on Travelzoo.
For just $374 per person, spend 4 nights on a beach in Puerto Rico, just minutes from the rain forest. Roundtrip air and stay at the 4-star Wyndham Rio Mar Beach Resort & Spa are included. This entire package is less than the normal price of hotel only.
CheapCaribbean.com is also throwing in a $100 debit card and a guaranteed upgrade to an Oceanview Room. Plus, a VIP card is included that provides discounts on a number of resort activities (including golf, tennis, spa, tours and more).
Depart Sept. 1 - Dec. 20 (May-June & August +$60; July +$90) from the following cities:
Add $0 from New York City; Add $10 from Atlanta and Orlando; Add $20 from Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa and Washington D.C.; Add $30 from Chicago; Add $40 from Baltimore and Boston; Add $60 from Philadelphia; Add $70 from Detroit; Add $80 from Dallas; Add $100+ from More than 40 additional departure cities; see Web site for details
IMPORTANT: When booking ANY Puerto Rico package online or by phone through CheapCaribbean, use the promo code PR250 to receive additional savings. The pricing above already reflects the discount (based on double occupancy), but prices as they appear on CheapCaribbean.com's page will not yet be discounted.
Book by May 13: Click here for more information or to book online through CheapCaribbean.com. Or call CheapCaribbean.com at 800-915-2322 and mention you saw this offer on Travelzoo.
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Memorial Day and Santo Domingo
Miami SSSizzle looks to heat things up for Memorial Day weekend. Make your plans now!!
The San Juan Brothaz event has had more trouble and cancelled this years activities. Check out gayblacktravel.com to read more about both of these items.
dr1 reports: The city of Santo Domingo has rarely been promoted as a tourist destination and that needs to change, according to Victor Pizzaro. The expert on tourism matters was speaking at an event about the city's future, organized by the Santo Domingo Cluster and the National District Municipality. He said that Santo Domingo could not currently be considered a tourist destination because it lacks a "relevant promise" to tourists. During the event, which was sponsored by USAID and the Dominican Sustainable Tourism Alliance Project, Pizzaro said that a great deal of work needs to be done for Santo Domingo to become a viable tourist destination. He added that a lack of information on Santo Domingo also deters potential investors. "Only cities with proactive business people can be competitive," said Pizzaro.
Of course the gay travel circuit has been alive and well in Santo Domingo. Thanks to people like Monaga and Santo Domingo Direct. Be sure to support them when in the city for the Memorial Day weekend!
The San Juan Brothaz event has had more trouble and cancelled this years activities. Check out gayblacktravel.com to read more about both of these items.
dr1 reports: The city of Santo Domingo has rarely been promoted as a tourist destination and that needs to change, according to Victor Pizzaro. The expert on tourism matters was speaking at an event about the city's future, organized by the Santo Domingo Cluster and the National District Municipality. He said that Santo Domingo could not currently be considered a tourist destination because it lacks a "relevant promise" to tourists. During the event, which was sponsored by USAID and the Dominican Sustainable Tourism Alliance Project, Pizzaro said that a great deal of work needs to be done for Santo Domingo to become a viable tourist destination. He added that a lack of information on Santo Domingo also deters potential investors. "Only cities with proactive business people can be competitive," said Pizzaro.
Of course the gay travel circuit has been alive and well in Santo Domingo. Thanks to people like Monaga and Santo Domingo Direct. Be sure to support them when in the city for the Memorial Day weekend!
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Vacation Planning 101
Be sure to visit the Travel Info Page for helpful tips when planning your vacation to the Dominican Republic. Click on the ads for great deals!
Friday, May 01, 2009
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