Santiago, Metro Bus Station Transportation, Dominican Republic
Video of the Metro Bus Station in Santiago, Dominican Republic. This is a video of inside and outside the terminal and surrounding area and inside of waiting area, ticket counter and convenience store within terminal. Travelling to different cities via motor coach is a preferred method of travel between the major cities in Dominican Republic.
There are few methods of transportation for getting around in the Dominican Republic comfortably. The Metro usually is the most rapid non stop transportation to and from the 3 major cities, Santiago, Santo Domingo and Puerto Plata. Another Major Bus line is Caribe Tours. The early morning and late evening rides can sometimes be chilly, especially the window seats whe you can get an icy blast of air-condtioning, carry an extra blouse or jacket – for some reason many buses wont or cannot make adjustments to the air-conditioning temparature to insure passenger comfort.
Metro Bus Schedule Departing Santiago as stated on Metro Route Times are as follows…
Follow the salt flats and the ocean air to a quaint fishing village called San Fernando de Monte Cristi, Monte Cristi in the province of Monte Cristi. Located in the northern western region on the Dominican Republic, this tranquil village is a respite for the weary traveler. You can see and admire the cacti dotting the landscape. Yes, cacti are abundant on this side of the island.
While travelling to one of the most beautiful beaches to be found – El Morro Beach- stop at Monte Cristi’s Coco Mar Restaurant next to the Montechico Hotel. The restaurant offers inside and outside seating. The outside tables have a nice view of the ocean as the refreshing sea breeze to cool you off. There is inside seating, some tables also face the sea. The food is home cooked and delicious. Try the seafood soup-served in a gigantic bowl. The soup easily serves tow-if not four people! It is fragrant-full of octopus, conch, fish and lots of vegetables. Wash it down with a nice cold beer and you are in heaven.
Travel down the road on your way to El Morro Beach and you will come to the Marina Monte Cristi. The marina is dotted with many boats. Many boaters living in Santiago dock their boats in this Marina for the ease and convenience of having access to their boats. The marina is well guarded and protected from wakes, the guards are very friendly and informative.
There is a restaurant in the marina: it is open air but under cover. They serve simple dishes that are reasonably priced. The beer sure is cold and refreshing!! After sitting down to enjoy a simple delicious meal and drink, one is hard pressed to get up and continue your travels. What a nice, relaxing way to enjoy the day.
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The sand on the dramatic and picturesque Monte Cristi or El Morro Beach comes from the mountain and has a particular hue to it and is nicely packed. The beach at Monte Cristi is called El Morro Beach because of its large wall-like rock. It is rocky in places, mostly secluded and very rarely crowded.
Swimming out 300 meters to Isla Cabrita where sits a lighthouse and where divers visiting Monte Cristi enjoy investigating the several shipwrecks and colonial-era galleons.
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Monte Cristi, Dominican Republic Clock Tower and Church
Video of Monte Cristi Clock Tower and neo-colonial Catholic church San Fernando de Montecristi located on Avenida Duarte. The Clock was donated by France. The city of Monte Cristi is paved with an easy street grid due to the flat low lying area.
San Fernando de Monte Cristi is the furthest, most westerly town on the North coast of the Dominican Republic, right next to Haiti. Monte Cristi is the capital of the province of Monte Cristi and is located approximately 135 km west of Puerto Plata and sits among desert-like surroundings and boasts a much drier climate with plenty of cactus in the area.
Founded in 1506, the town was an important trading port until the 19th century – exporting sugar, mahogany and other crops to Europe. Presently most of the 25,000 inhabitants make their living from farming, fishing and the salt flats to the north. Dominican Republic Adventures, Travel and Excursions.
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Finding Adventure in the Dominican Republic is not difficult. Once you arrive you are surrounded by adventures in this beautiful country. Do a little homework before you arrive and make your vacation adventure packed.
There are many Dominican Republic Tours located throughout this beautiful island. Dominican Adventures found here at DR-Adventures, are listed to provide our viewers with the most information and selection of tours in the Dominican Republic.
One category of tours focus on Dominican ecosystem “eco” tours which range from tropical bird watching to intense adventure scaling of waterfalls while still preserving the natural habitat. Special attention is given to such eco-tours to maintain the delicate balance of nature and human interaction.
Dominican Republic is becoming the Hot Spot for Travellers and Spring Break Vacations.
With the current economic situation many travellers are searching warm destinations that offer variety of adventure & activities choices with savings. Though Cabo and Cancun are recognized as popular locations, the prices for accommodation and travel may not bet conducive to savings. Many are setting course for the Dominican Republic as popularity of adventure vacations evolve. Saving money seems to be a must nowadays and Travel to Dominican Republic offers the perfect Tropical Paradise for fun in the sun adventure vacations.
Life outside Cabarete, Dominican Republic. Video taken of daily living only a few Km on the South East outskirts of Cabarete. Even here you will it friendly and full of Adventures enjoying moments with the Dominican locals in a small colmado / salon eating arranque. Arranque is salt dried fish considered to be a powerful Dominican aphrodisiac. Yes it works! See other Dominican Travel links on the Cabarete Calendar of Events Master of the Ocean – Surfing Competition – Cabarete
Breath taking video of Altos de Chavon in La Romana, Dominican Republic. Video shows a peaceful panoramic view of the Chavon River (Rio Chavon) and the Church courtyard in Altos de Chavon. Dominican Republic Adventures. Dominican Travel here Click to see the Altos de Chavon amphitheater video.
With the current economic situation many travellers are searching warm destinations that offer variety of adventure & activities choices with savings. Though Cabo and Cancun are recognized as popular locations, the prices for accommodation and travel may not bet conducive to savings. Many are setting course for the Dominican Republic as popularity of adventure vacations evolve. Saving money seems to be a must nowadays and Travel to Dominican Republic offers the perfect Tropical Paradise for fun in the sun adventure vacations.