9/07/2007 at 11:30 AM
Tags: Eat-n-Sleep, Caribbean Travel (all tags)
Our Eat 'n Sleep feature profiles a restaurant in a random city and a hotel nearby. It's kinda like that old show "Dinner and a Movie" but you know, with restaurants and hotels. And better jokes.
The 2-million-strong city of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic has one of those to-die-for climates: The average high year round is between 85 and 90 degrees. The Colonial Zone of the city is popular for visitors, and has plenty of good places to eat and sleep. But we like one place in particular.
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by amandak
3/02/2007 at 9:04 AM
Tags: Hotels, Caribbean (all tags)
As the #1 Santo Domingo hotel on TripAdvisor, Hotel Atarazana has us interested. While
some photos posted by TripAdvisor members make the rooms seem a little less bright than official shots would indicate, that suspicion is offset by the top scores and rave reviews the place has been pulling in since it opened in late 2004. Santo Domingo isn't known for any sort of boutique hotel scene, but Hotel Atarazana fits the bill for travelers seeking small, personal and hip lodging in the Dominican Republic's capital.
This six-room guest house is run by dedicated hosts Susanna and Bernard--the latter a German architect who designed the place. A rooftop garden was completed over the summer and is ready for your vegetating pleasure. The chronically overheated will need to specifically request a room with air conditioning, as it's not yet installed in all the rooms. Everyone gets internet of some sort, though. If you forgo the sticky season and wait until next winter to book, there may be even more amenities to gush about. The place has clearly been built with
love.
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by djk
4/28/2006 at 1:40 PM
Tags: Movie Set Travel, Havana, Santo Domingo (all tags)
Today's movie set travel takes us to a warm and saucy destination with the opening of Andy Garcia's
The Lost City. Set in '50s Havana, Cuba, the plot revolves around a nightclub owner who's caught having an affair with his brother's lady, all while Castro's regime in taking down the country. Of course, the film was not shot in Cuba at all, but in Santo Domingo, D.R. We offer you some warm and saucy things to check out in Santo Domingo--just stay away from your brother's wife.
Where To Stay:Hotel Sofitel Santo Domingo
Housed in the 16th-century former mansion of the Governor of the Americas, the colonial rooms have all the right touches, like canopy beds and shutters. You can also opt for the contemporary wing, where some rooms have views of the river. A courtyard hosts concerts and guests can sample French fare at the hotel's restaurant.
Where To Tan:Palaya Bahoruco
This pristine beach is the spot to go to carry on that affair. It's isolated with jagged cliffs and golden sand, though the pebbly shore makes it tough to walk on so don't forget your sandals. Bring change to buy a fresh fish lunch from one of the many vendors.
Where To Smoke:Cigar King
Step into the temperature-controlled cedar room and take your pick of the best selection of Dominican and Cubans extant. Staff will be happy to help you, and ensure top quality. It's the perfect way to end a night of illicit activity.
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