Accommodations in Las Galeras
(When booking accommodations, mention Casa Ideal Real Estate
to receive a Las Galeras Discount Flyer, valued at well over $100.00.)
Casa Calliope is a charming home in a quiet, romantic spot minutes from Las Galeras.
From the terrace, one has a panoramic view of the Bay of Rincon and
it's only a short walk to the closest beach.
The website has photos and useful links about getting here, things to do, weather, etc.
(Click here for more information.)
www.casacalliope.com/
Sol Azul is a lovely bed and breakfast on a quiet street right in Las Galeras, about 100 meters from the beach, restaurants, and shopping.
A large, fenced garden and swimming pool mean you can
hang out at home on days you simply want to relax.
Hosts Esther and Pierre always receive rave reviews on Trip Advisor.
(Click here for more information.)
www.elsolazul.com/
La Hacienda Hostel offers budget accommodations with an ocean view just outside Las Galeras and offers horseback riding excursions, too.
The website has reliable information on travelling to and spending time in Las Galeras. Food produced on the farm is available to guests without charge.
(Click here for more information.)
www.lahaciendahostel.com/
Restaurants in Las Galeras
Casa de Norma, in Norma's "typical" Dominican house, is owned and operated by Bernd Appel and his wife Norma. Norma's three teen-aged boys help with construction, planting vegetables and flowers, etc. The restaurant, off the tourist path, plans to open soon. In addition to Dominican food, there is a pig-roasting pit and pizza/bread oven. Though Bernd's blog is in German, he speaks English and Spanish. For reservations, call 1-809-815-8761.
http://casa-de-norma.blogspot.com/
El Cabito is about a half hour from town on foot, along the beach.
It is one of the best places in town to enjoy the sunset and
perhaps spot humpback whales.
The restaurant has an extensive menu and plays a wide variety of music.
El Cabito also offers camping and has 2 bungalows for rent.
www.elcabito.net
Things to Do Around Las Galeras
A horseback excursion with Karin is a great way to experience Las Galeras. The website has photos and explanations of the various trips offered,
which can be given in English, French, German, Spanish, or Dutch.
Karin also offers budget accommodations just outside Las Galeras.
www.lahaciendahostel.com/
Diving in Las Galeras is a lot of fun. Las Galeras Divers Scuba School
and Dive Center offers PADI Open Water, Advanced Open Water
and Dive Master certification courses in French, English or Spanish.
The website has a guestbook, an informative "News" section,
and some nice photographs, too.
www.las-galeras-divers.com/
Kim Beddall is the founder of commercial whale watching in Samana,
now considered one of the top ten destinations in the world
to observe North Atlantic Humpback whales.
Her website has lots of photos and information about
whale watching regulations and research.
www.whalesamana.com/
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