Before embarking on our Honeymoon, a family friend commented, "The Dominican Republic is beautiful, just don't head to far West!". It took a moment to understand their reference. Because sharing the same island is Haiti. Hearing much about the devastation of Haiti from the earthquake in January of 2010, it was surprising to find Punta Cana in tact. The beaches were pristine, clear blue water lapped at the shore, and the Dominican people always seemed to be singing. It was a wonderful week to reconnect with my husband and learn a few new things about him.
During our week we managed to get A LOT of sun, participate in Snubadiving, and suspend above the jungle by Zip-Lining. And, let me tell you it was a BLAST. Sunba Diving is a combination of snorkeling and SCUBA. You are weighted down with a weight belt and have a regulator but do not have a BCD and your air tank floats at the surface on a raft. We were at a 20-30FT depth and were able to spend 45 minutes on the bottom.
Zip-Lining was reached by a 90 minute Chiva ride up and down two track roads. When we reached the Finca we were given a 10 minute safety sch-peal, harnessed up, and marched to the first tower. The carribeaner that hooked your body to the zip line was secured and then you jumped! Each line was a different distance with the longest being 3/4 of a mile. It definitely brought a scream to your mouth!
Our last night we were able to eat at The Don Pablo, the elite restaurant at the resort. It was a delicious meal to end the week. By now we have lost our tans and we are pulling out the jeans and sweaters. But, it was a wonderful experience that will, hopefully, become a yearly event, traveling that is!
