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N ° 1 7 O c t u b r e 2 0 1 8 · MAGAZINE DE DISEÑO, DECORACIÓN, INTERIORISMO, PROYECTOS, LIFE STYLE...

Colina al Mar

Exclusivity, luxury and security

La Ola

A new lease of life for this beautiful villa

Playa Bonita

8th prettiest beach in the world

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AGENCIA INMOBILIARIA GESTIÓN ·VENTA · ALQUILER · ADMINISTRACIÓN · SERVICIOS CON MÁS DE 22 AÑOS DIRIGIENDO LOS MEJORES DESTINOS DE REPÚBLICA DOMINICANA ESPECIFICAMENTE EN LAS TERRENAS

ALQUILERES

VENTAS

DESDE US$ 550 (noche) Villa en la Playa 5

5 1/2 550 3.200

3 1/2 4

OPORTUNIDAD US$ 140,000 Villa Eva, El Portillo

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4 1/2 400 2.600

197 1.975

OPORTUNIDAD US$ 150,000 Apart. Playa Marina (Popy)

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31/2 305 3.000

AGRIMENSURA Contamos con todos los equipos necesarios para hacer mediciones de terrenos y/o parcelas de forma precisa y confiable.

SERV. DE ABOGADOS

EXCURSIONES · ALQUILER DE QUADS TASACIÓN

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135 2.600

VENTA US$ 1,200.000 Villa con Playa Privada 4+2 41/2

400 3.000

DESDE US$ 179,000 Proyecto Cocotal Golf & Country, Bávaro 2

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126 12.000

OPORTUNIDAD US$ 136,000 Xëliter Vista Mare, Samaná 1

C/DUARTE, PLAZA TAINA, LOCAL ≠ 12

TEL. +1 829 244 4244 / CEL. +1 829 912 5594

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2 1/2

DESDE US$ 600 (noche) Villa en la Playa

Reserva ahora los vuelos de ultimo minuto más económicos del mercado en reconocidas aerolíneas dirigiendose a cualquier destino del mundo, desde y hacia República Dominicana, saliendo desde distintos aeropuertos del país.

Lic. Alex Guzmán

240 20.000

DESDE US$ 550 (noche) Villa en Playa Bonita

VENTA DE VUELOS

INGENIERIA CIVIL

OPORTUNIDAD US$ 500,000 Apart. Balcones del Atlántico

WWW.PARADISEHOLIDAYLT.COM / INFO@PARADISEHOLIDAYLT.COM

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· Plan de financiamiento · Rentabilidad garantizada hasta un 10% al año

Exclusivo conjunto residencial de 8 apartamentos y 2 penthouses en la zona central de Las Terrenas. Dotado de todas las comodidades para vivir, con acabados y servicios de alto nivel.

A 400 m de la playa.

1 o 2 habitaciones Unidades desde 65 m2 a 195 m2 con terraza cubierta Piscina de sal Estacionamiento privado Sistema de seguridad Paneles solares Estándares europeos Contáctenos para conocer todos los detalles de los inmuebles y los planes disponibles +1 809 240 5774 | info@lasterrenascasedamare.com insamana 5

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Contents 13

Opinion Investing in tourism in the D.R.

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Las Dos Palmas Ideal paradise for couples

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Terrenas en Plata Concept Store A triumphant entry

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Colina al Mar Mountain Exclusivity, luxury and security

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Colina al Mar Beach Pool Garden & Spa

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Cigala Beach Club & Restaurant

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Casa Moda Your best ally for fitting out your home

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Playa Bonita 8th prettiest beach in the world

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Remax Sixteen offices nationwide

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La Ola Exposed to the four winds

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Bertrand Houitte EMB Manager

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Ximena Tannenbaum Soul of Casa Bonita

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Terrenas en Plata A jewel for every story!

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Mediterraneo A Mediterranean wave in the Caribbean

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Beauty and Wellness In body and soul

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CĂ´tĂŠ Soleil Fashion freestyle

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Nicole y Rancho Playa A life story

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Dream Bags Personalized bags and accessories

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Dominos The national sport...

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CASA COLONIAL

Private sale of recently refurbished colonial house in the Punta Popy area. Located in Florenzo II residential complex it has an area of 150 m², on a plot of 960 m², two bedrooms + loft, two bathrooms, a dressing room, Italian kitchen, large terrace in bulletwood, two covered parking spaces, automatic gate, security...

Tel. (1) 809 864-6026 8 insamana

280, main street (in front of Plaza Taina)

CONSTRUCTION INSTALLATION / REPAIRS

MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

A-Z construction of your pool

Services tailored to your needs

• Studies of plans • Excavation • Shell and core • Hydraulic system • Electrical system

• Serenidad (2 weekly, products included) • Sans Soucis (3 times weekly, products included) • Cristalina (6 times weekly, products included) • Cristalina plus (daily, products included)

Installation and repairs

- Filter maintenance (filter and pump) - Calculations and advice on power consumption - Water treatment and perfect chemistry - Follow up on your pool with technical sheets - Planning time/day schedule - Opening and start up of pool - Recovering green, brown, yellow, black or murky water - Diagnosis and advice

- Pumps (normal, intelligent, solar, etc.)

- Filters (sand, cartridge, etc.)

- Plumbing (stop cocks, valves, gauges, etc.)

- Lighting (PAR 56, led 18w, RGB, etc.)

- Electricity (panel, timer, circuit breaker, etc.)

- Salt water chlorinators - Boiler for pool and Jacuzzi

Manual pool cleaning

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LA GALERIA Las Terrenas Presents Eugenio Occhioni ...they say that when a house is left open “witches” are about.

Eugenio Occhioni dates back to that time of superstition and folklore in Las Terrenas.

Of Italian origin, as far as we know he came here from Venezuela where he had worked in the oil fields.

Soon the creative flame ignited in him.

Light, shade, surfaces, textures...

Deft with any material... creative like few others.

He managed to transmit that down to earth feeling of life’s daily struggle through his works.

Every single piece of his is a search, an experiment. His investigations went far beyond the mere materials. His quest was for sensations, to stimulate emotions, create explosions.

Naïve, coconuts, bamboo, sheets, the last supper... all come from that time of dirt roads, bright days and nights... the cast-offs that fell into his hands were magically transformed, containers became ghosts, bags became covers.

Possessed with the gifted insight to change, reflect and interpret life’s paradoxes.

Curatorial: Cecilia Santanera and Esteban Lalik.

Text: Cecilia Santanera.

Exhibition courtesy of private collections: Gilles Bouyer, Giusi Reitano, Paola Turis and Cristian Dettori, Cecilia Santanera and Pablo Spino, La Galería Las Terrenas.

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OPINION

Investing in tourism in the Dominican Republic EDITORS: Armando Doménech Gianmaria Pisino PHOTOGRAPHIES: Gianmaria Pisino GRAPHIC DESIGN: Armando Doménech ADVERTISING: Carole Ribes COLLABORATORS: Silvia Leperre Lourdes Russa TRANSLATION: Gabrielle Lee The content and advertisements in the magazine do not necessarily state or reflect those of the editors.

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is a publication by Tres Editores SRL RNC 1-30-06538-1 Beach Garden Plaza, local 10 Las Terrenas, Samaná, R.D. Tel. (1) 809 240-6715 treseditoreslt@gmail.com facebook.com/treseditores

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ll investments involve the placement of capital with a view to future returns and this means postponing an immediate benefit without the certainty of recovering the capital or earning a profit.

Before investing, three main variables must be analyzed: first, the expected return, focused on the expectation of future profits, how much do you expect to earn?; second, the accepted risk, which means assessing the expected return potential, what are the chances of actually achieving the expected profit?; and; third, the timeline, referring to when that expected profit will be achieved.

Every project involves a business risk based on the constituted capital and external factors. However, when the investment is made in the tourism field, there are other factors involved in decision making, such as, the stability of the tourism demand, variations in the prices of tourism goods and services, competition from other regions, and investment leverage. Likewise, the legal and financial guarantees of the receiving country play a determining role.

In the Dominican Republic, tourism is and will continue to be the most important economic sector. In 2017, 6,187,542 non-residents were received, according to the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic. Currently, the focus is on the presidential goal of reaching 10 million tourists by 2022, which involves a greater effort in promoting investments and diversifying tourist attractions.

To this end, the National Executive Branch enacted the Tourism Development Act No. 158-01, amended

by Laws Nos. 184-02, 318-04 and 195-13, the application of which come under the responsibility of the Tourism Promotion Council (CONFOTUR) which offers incentives and tax benefits to qualifying tourist projects.

To avail of these benefits projects must fulfill a series of requirements, which should be based on designing an appropriate tourism product in accordance with the local zoning regulations and based on a market analysis and a feasibility study which guarantee its success and profitability.

Likewise, Law 16-95 on Foreign Investment in the Dominican Republic offers a series of advantages, in particular, equal treatment for foreign investors, complete exemption from profit repatriation tax on up to 100% of the capital invested, among others.

To this effect, the country is characterized for its social market economy that promotes free competition and provides guarantees of legal stability to domestic and foreign investors, as well as favoring tourism investment.

Therefore, developers need specialized technical advice to plan their project in a sustainable way and develop an adequate product able to compete on the market.

During my 20 years as a consultant in the country’s tourism and environmental sector, I have advised about fifty tourism investment projects, 90% of which concluded successfully.

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The Dominican Republic offers favorable conditions for investments that promote Msc. Lourdes Russa Russa García & Asociados competitive, profitable and sustainable tourism projects. www.russagarcia.com

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PUBLI-REPORTAGE

R E S I D E N C E

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LasDosPalmas

his small contemporary-style complex with outdoor pool, only 200 meters from Punta Popy beach, is the ideal heaven for couples or families wanting to share and relax in a cozy atmosphere.

The property comprises 5 well spaced individual apartments, making them ideal for individual privacy. Each apartment has a living room with a divan bed, a kitchenette, bathroom and a bedroom on the second floor, accessible by a wooden staircase.

Each apartment measures 48 m² and can accommodate up to a maximum of 3. The property has air conditioning, patio, private parking, free Wi-Fi, flat screen sat TV and a security

system. Each unit has a view of the pool and the common areas, where guests can avail of the spacious kitchen with BBQ and dining area.

The apartments can be rented for just one night or up to a maximum of 2 months. The entire property can also be booked for family events or special occasion. Just give plenty of notice to ensure availability.

If you want to relax and enjoy some quality time with your partner, friends or family waste no more time, come visit us and let us be your second home! www.residencelasdospalmas.com

The concept of Las Dos Palmas is to uphold our standards so our visitors can enjoy quality service.

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errenas en Plata makes a triumphant entry into the field of interior decoration with a wide range of exclusive objects 100% handmade in the Dominican Republic.

Without foregoing the classic brands such as Uno de 50, Gas, Satellite, Fiore (accessories in leather), and fashion (every style and color of fans, key chains, leather-bound sand dollars etc.), the owners of the Terrenas en Plata jewelry store, Elisabeth and Jean Paul, known for the originality and quality of their work, decided to expand their “savoir faire” to a “savoir vivre” by opening a new store focused on interior decoration.

The outlet in Puerto Plaza has large display windows, ideal for showcasing while also allowing a clear view to the inside.

Interior decorator Clarisse Piveteau uses a variety of elegant shades of gray on walls and ceilings to highlight the colors and shapes of the articles and works of art on display, achieving a sober modern decoration, a unique cozy place.

Perfection is not an aspiration here, it is a reality brought to life step by step by each of the selected artists: Luis Rivas, glass-metal or wood figures with recycled materials; Absolute Tree Life, candles with shells, sand dollars and larimar; Florence Wiriath, wall sculptures and decorative pieces in resin bursting with spectacular colors; Sibylle, handmade horn and silver jewelry from Haiti; and the locals: Laura Noblom (necklaces-jewels), Christine Pacaud, Michel Bizet, Charlie Simon (paintings) and Michel Voleau (photography); while Sandra will embroider whatever motif you want on your home linen.

What is special about this store is that everything can be “custom” ordered (another color, bigger, smaller...) because ever piece is unique.

Visit Terrenas en Plata you won’t regret it!

Terrenas en Plata (Concept Store), Puerto Plaza, Las Terrenas.

PUBLI-REPORTAGE

COLINA AL MAR MOUNTAIN Exclusivity, luxury and security A NEW LEVEL IN RESIDENTIAL LIVING The investors and project developers picked astounding Playa Cosón, one of the most beautiful beaches in the country, as the setting for Colina al Mar Residences, an exclusive residential estate that combines the luxury of a city apartment with an incredible mountain landscape and the crystal clear waters of Cosón Bay. HILLSIDE HOMES With Playa Cosón only a short distance away, the project enjoys a strategic location that determines its transitional nature, blending beach and mountains. The only thing you can hear is genuine peace, silence, that quiet niche we’ve all dreamed of at some time.

The words exclusivity, luxury and security sum up the most outstanding features of the project where comfort and privacy are to the forefront together with round the clock security.

While developing the master plan, architect Raymundo Polanco took into account the balance between the homes and the sur-

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The stunning silhouette of a hill above the ocean, worth a visit just for that... roundings and, using materials of the highest quality, blended in perfectly with nature.

Meticulously finished with natural quality materials and the best contemporary accessories, Colina Al Mar Residences offers a selection of unit models to meet all your needs. Ranging from single storey homes with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms to two storey homes with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, you will find the design best suited to your lifestyle. · · · · · · · · · · · · ·

Air conditioning units in every bedroom Doors and cabinets in solid Brazilian oak Kitchen with natural granite work top Stainless steel appliances and gas stove Marble floors Spanish, Italian and German bathroom fittings Reinforced, sound proof, Spanish made sliding glass doors Italian tiled terrace Private Jacuzzi with massage jets Washing machine and tumble dryer set Boiler 1 private parking Club house

As owner, you will be entitled to use the Cigala Beach Club at Cosón with its restaurant, pools for adults and children, massage, Tiki bar and activities. www.colinaalmar.com

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COLINA AL MAR BEACH

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olina al Mar’s new exclusive proposal: eight beautiful apartments housed in two low density buildings on marvelous Playa Cosón, just a stone’s throw from the crystal clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Built with the highest quality natural materials and finest contemporary elements, the apartments were designed to avail of the sun’s natural light and the warm breezes coming in off the Atlantic Ocean to give the ideal tropical experience.

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The apartments offer various arrangements to meet all needs and are ready for immediate delivery.

Each 160 m² apartment has two spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, veranda, and air conditioning throughout all the rooms.

Location is everything where property is concerned. We are looking at a project with unique features. Now is the time to avail of the offer which will be of great benefit you and your family.

All owners will have access to an exclusive social area equipped with restaurant, bar and garden, two pools for adults and children, BBQ area and Cigala Beach Club membership. www.colinaalmar.com

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CIGALA BEACH CLUB Colina Al Mar Beach Residences, home to Cigala Beach Club where everyone is welcome!

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club to enjoy paradise at its best, with exclusive amenities carefully designed to celebrate beach life and get the most out of the spectacular natural surroundings.

Easily accessible in any kind of vehicle, both from Las Terrenas 4 km away and the Atlantic Boulevard, spread out over an area of 3.500 square meters Cigala Beach Club has two fabulous pools for children and adults, a restaurant with a great kitchen, a café-bar, a fully equipped BBQ area, bathroom area with showers, as well as highly trained staff to see to all your needs... all to the backdrop of spectacular Playa Cosón.

Cigala Beach Club is the perfect place to spend a day on the beach with family and friends.

Come visit us, you’ll be welcome anytime!

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EVENTS: The Caribbean is a place of incomparable beauty, ideal for romance in all its expressions. You’ll find the perfect spot to celebrate your wedding, honeymoon or anniversary, with every comfort and attention to detail at Cigala Beach Club.

The blue of the Atlantic combined with the most beautiful sunsets form a charming elegant picture frame, ideal for celebrating the wedding of your dreams.

Make your event into something unforgettable in this paradise.

It’s hard to put the magic that envelopes this heavenly place into words. There are more than enough reasons to say “I do” on Playa Cosón... because heaven lasts forever here. www.colinaalmar.com

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CASA MODA PUBLI-REPORTAGE

With over 10 years experience in home decoration, Casa Moda is your best ally for fitting out your home.

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ou will find everything you need, want or desire for your house at Casa Moda. You can confidently commission any interior design project: they have a complete range of products and services, as well as several catalogs to make your choice even wider.The workshop staffed with trusted professionals is renowned for its tailoring expertise.

Valerie and Michel have been running Casa Moda since March 2017 and will continue this great adventure with enthusiasm and the full support of the commercial director Marc, who looks after each client cheerfully with that rare quality of knowing how to

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manufacture and installation of shutters in high quality aluminum and innovative design.

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advise without dismissing others’ ideas.

The store is stocked with fine wooden furniture, curtain fabrics, cushions, sofa covers, lamps, mirrors, drift wood objects, etc. They are distributors for Simmons mattresses and bed bases. They also have a line of practical aluminum furniture for outdoor use as well as excellent quality awnings and blackout blinds.

Their high resistance aluminum shutters are easy to operate, have remote control and can be installed indoors or outdoors. The awnings and roller blinds are ideal for protecting or separating different areas of your home or office: rooms, main door, terraces, gazebos, vehicle entrances, warehouse... They protect from sun, rain and wind.

Don’t miss out on the latest. Visit the store.

Facebook: CasaModaDecoracion

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P L AYA B P

laya Bonita is mentioned in the tourist guides as one of the most beautiful beaches in the Dominican Republic, but most outstanding of all is that it is ranked in eighth place among the most beautiful beaches in the world, according to National Geographic magazine.

Located about 10 minutes from the town of Las Terrenas, Playa Bonita is simplicity turned into beauty. A place where the main elements of an idyllic Caribbean retreat converge: coconut trees, fine sand and crystal clear waters, landscape,

PLAYA BONITA ASSOCIATION

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or 20 years, Playa Bonita Owners Association has been working in the general interests of this small community, eager to preserve their living environment and provide residents and visitors from around the world with the best hospitality possible.

The association now has 90 members.

Whether hoteliers, boat club operators, residential managers or simple residents, a large number of them directly take part in operations carried out independently or in cooperation with Las Terrenas Town Council and the Ministry

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temperature, peace and quiet.

With not a car or a street vendor in sight, it is the perfect place for a quiet moment, free from mass tourism. A unique beach to forget about the rest of the world for a while!

And not just for swimming: it’s also an ideal spot to start surfing, as can be seen by the number young people with boards.The sunsets are truly romantic and make for a relaxing atmosphere.

Playa Bonita (Pretty Beach) never a better name for a beach!

of Tourism (beach cleaning, roads and accesses, active and passive safety, parking regulations...).

The association is active in a wide range of areas but it focuses mainly on the quality of the environment of Playa Bonita and ensuring its preservation.

The association is also the community’s mediator with institutions and service providers (electricity, lighting, sanitary network, fiber optic, etc.) and when it comes to weighing up a decision to invest or speed up an ongoing process with an operator the association becomes a strong ally. We are stronger together!

O N I TA Hotel Enjoy

A peaceful retreat, a home away from home! Sophie and Laurent welcome you to their hotel Enjoy for a simple carefree stay only a stone’s throw from the most magical beach in Las Terrenas. Five beautiful oneand two-room bungalows with kitchen and terrace surround an attractive central pool in a lovely tropical garden. Guests can avail of the bar, dining room, kitchen, TV corner, library and ping pong table under the palapa, a chance to meet and share.

Sophie and Laurent will happily take care of you, advising and guiding you as they do with their own friends, so you can get to know Las Terrenas and its surroundings... Come and enjoy these moments of happiness...

Their motto: Enjoy!

Tel. +1 829 810-9222

Las Olas A

residential complex with 8 luxury villas on Playa Bonita, a peaceful place with magical light that illuminates the spectacular natural scenery.

The buildings are in perfect harmony with the environment: wood and cane blend with the surroundings while sand colors merge with the beach. The staggered apartments have direct access to the

beach through the large green strip of garden that hosts the pool.

Each owner chose their own interior design resulting in a unique diverse look while providing each room with the necessary airiness and comfort. All with one sole aim: to enjoy heaven’s embassy on earth.

An irresistible tonic for the soul!

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P L AYA B ATLANTIS HOTEL-RESTAURANT

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ith a distinctive architecture, Boutique Hotel Atlantis has 18 rooms of different sizes. Decorated simply with taste and delicacy, each air conditioned rooms has an exotic name: Jamaica, Bali, El Paso, Ibiza, etc. From the kiosk on the beach, to the terrace or under the arcades of the restaurant, there are so many cozy places to enjoy a continental breakfast or the mahi-mahi fillet and shrimp in passion fruit sauce, followed by coconut flan with caramel sauce for dessert... delicacies former personal chef to Francois Mitterand, Gérard Prystasz, has been preparing for 20 years, wisely fusing local products with French tradition. A dream vacation in the shade of tropical vegetation.

Tel. +1 809 240-6111

Hotel Coyamar

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s colorful as the Caribbean itself... The Coyamar Hotel has a warm welcome for you away from mass tourism. A hotel designed and decorated with fantasy and care awaits you, a place for visitors with individual tastes, a romantic oasis surrounded by vibrant unspoiled nature. What could be nicer than sipping Caribbean cocktails at the “Coya Bar” or by the small pool under 28 insamana

the watchful eye of the sun goddess or in any one of the 4 large colorful rooms! The open-air restaurant at the center of the tropical garden overlooking the sea offers a wide variety of Creole and international dishes to satisfy all the senses. Come listen to the tales of the sea and the charms of the Caribbean at Hotel Coyamar.

Tel. +1 809 240-5130

O N I TA Casa Grande

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oak up the sun in the luxurious garden or take a dip in the crystal clear sea at this newly refurbished hotel on Playa Bonita in Las Terrenas. The rooms are spacious and bright, and guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast or dine in the hotel’s restaurant, which serves international cuisine prepared with local products.

Feeling energetic? Why not try your luck with a nearby surf class, and the kids will love the playground and the space to run around and play. Marie and Jisklif are always ready to offer friendly advice on how to make your stay as special as you deserve.

Tel. +1 809 240-6349

Costa las Ballenas

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otel Costa Las Ballenas is the perfect place for a vacation or business trip. Located on the seafront at Playa Bonita, an amazing spot in Las Terrenas, it has 32 air conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, safe, cable TV, refrigerator, private terrace with sofa, sea views, pool and tropical garden.

Beachfront restaurant with Mediterranean-Dominican cuisine, outdoor pool, 24-hour security and ample space to walk in the garden or along the seashore. For all these reasons, Hotel Costa Las Ballenas is the perfect choice for anyone wanting to escape routine, to relax and go home fully recharged. The staff is waiting for you to complete the idyllic trip with good service.

Tel. +1 829 756 2253

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P L AYA B LOS DELFINES

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he new Playa Bonita Beach Residences consists of four blocks arranged in a semicircle, with a total of 24 apartments, a few steps from the beach. The apartments have large panoramic balconies that offer a picturesque backdrop for family and friend gatherings, as well as breathtaking views.

There are several configurations and sizes available, from 145 m² (two bedrooms) to 285 m² (three bedrooms), all with high quality finishes: interior floors in marble; aluminum window frames with blue-green glass (6 mm double glazing); imported Italian fitted kitchen with quartz countertops; hard wood exterior and interior doors.

1 parking per apartment.

Parking for visitors.

Tel. +1 829 912-0948

O N I TA Carolina Surf School

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ooking for somewhere to surf during your holidays in Samanรก? Playa Bonita is one of the prettiest beaches in Las Terrenas and one of the best surf spots in the Dominican Republic. Join us and learn how to surf properly. We offer a wide range of surf courses including group lessons, private sessions and advanced training. We also rent equipment (paddle boards, kayaks, surf boards), and run Surf Camps for kids. If you are an intermediate or advanced level surfer now is the chance to improve your competitive skills with local legend and ISA certified trainer Carolina Gutierrez. The best athletes work with trainers because they know the benefits of personal training first hand.

Tel. +1 809 882-5467

PIRATA Surf School

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veryone loves sport, the waves, the ocean and nature. We are pleased to share our passion for surfing with you! We have a very capable team: our two professional surfers Brian Padilla and Saori Garcia, together with the owner Johannes Kestler (experienced athlete) form the core of this team. We offer surf and stand up paddle lessons, as well as renting surf boards, stand up paddles and kayaks, and organizing surf trips, surf camps and much more...

We speak Spanish, English, French and German.

Contact us to book: Tel. +1 829 410-4949

PUBLI-REPORTAGE

RE/MAX

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roduct of Dave Liniger’s initiative, RE/MAX is an American franchise conceived in Denver, Colorado, USA, on January 31, 1973. Liniger’s strategy was based on the 80/20 Pareto Principle, maximizing the conditions for real estate agents by turning them into independent contractors and calling them associates thus fusing the “100% commission concept” with that of traditional organizations and managing to consolidate the best producers in the industry into a single structure. Since then, RE/MAX has kept growing and expanding nationally and internationally.

It currently has more than 7,500 offices and more than 115,000 associates in over 100 countries across the 5 continents, with a track record of deals and commission payments that places it as the best-selling real estate company in the entire world.

The Green (Las Terrenas)

On 1st January, 2015, the Dominican Republic became a single independent region. In fact, after several meetings in Denver, Colorado, Mélido Marte Maldonado and Marianela Lorenzo de Marte managed to acquire the RE/ MAX rights for the entire Dominican Republic.

The new region consists of sixteen offices scattered nationwide.

As part of the consolidation efforts, RE/MAX Dominican Republic developed quite a number of innovative real estate management and advertising instruments: A computerized property management and administration network for all RE/MAX offices in the country, making access for national and international customers easy and practical, with “remaxrd.com” as an external portal for clients, and linked to “global.remax.com”. Part of this strategy is to provide this portal with content that quickly increases the number of visitors and queries.

RE/MAX, Puerto Plaza (Las Terrenas)

La Playita (Las Galeras)

Alliances have been set up with the main banks in the country to serve as a link between them and clients buying properties through a RE/MAX agent.

Associates were released from office quotas to become part of sales teams with a partnership contract with another specific associate.

A telephone company was contracted to set up a fleet and provide mobile phones capable of receiving emails and text messages. Email addresses were created for each of the agents and administrative staff to be managed by the office. For the first time ever, an “agents” email was created allowing all the real estate agents in the country, but above all, all the agents outside of RE/MAX Metropolitana, to communicate. Additionally, very successful annual mortgage fairs were scheduled, held in the parking lots of the office facilities, aimed at promoting and benefiting the agents, their promoters and people looking to buy their own home. Agreements were signed with six financial institutions to act as mortgage brokers for agents and buyers.

RE/MAX came to Las Terrenas on the 1st August 2018, opening its doors under the RE/MAX Paradise franchise, with offices in Puerto Plaza Units 15 / 16B, on Francisco Alberto Caamaño Deño Street. Aimed at providing efficient quality service covering the Las Terrenas, El Limón, Samaná, Las Galeras, Sanchez and Nagua market, RE/MAX Paradise boasts a team of agents ready to serve property owners and buyers alike with dedication and professionalism, making your life easier.

The RE/MAX Paradise catalog ranges from regular local houses to the most luxurious villas in the area to suit all requirements and all budgets. Our portfolio includes gated villa and apartment projects with 24 hour security, plots of land throughout the area all backed with the corresponding legal deeds.

We’re here to help! www.lasterrenasparadise.com

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LIFE STYLE

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Las Terrenas Location brings new life to

Ola Magnificent villa perched on top of Loma Bonita, exposed to the four winds, between sky and sea, a continuous play between indoor and outdoor.

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LIFE STYLE

Looking at the horizon from anywhere in the house your eyes are filled with a single color: the blue of the ocean.

Las Terrenas Location Fabrice Immo Michaël, Marie-Hélène and Fabrice Dentressangle, owners of Las Terrenas Location and Fabrice Immo, are a family business with more than 15 years experience in real estate sales, management and rental in Las Terrenas, and since 2016, have specialized in renovations and interior decoration, taking care of everything from the biggest overhaul down to the tiniest tea spoons!

“Renovating La Ola was a huge challenge and at the same a privilege. The general idea was to keep the villas’ vintage colonial style and add the trendiness that was missing in the kitchen, bathrooms and appliances. It took four months of hard work, 7 days a week, with a team of up 25 to finish the house within the agreed time”.

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At Las Terrenas Location Michaël sees to the renovation, decoration and home-staging jobs for properties that need it either for rental or sales purposes. People must understand that in order to sell under optimum conditions and be competitive with new projects you have to be dynamic, reactive and invest a little to protect your investment. We have a team of professionals at your service to get the best results.

The job of Las Terrenas Location is to offer and guarantee a “rental plus” service, similar to hotel services. Marie-Hélène provides service “packages” that include: housekeeping, private chef, transport, getting here, services a foreign client might need. www.lasterrenaslocation.com insamana 37

LIFE STYLE

La Ola

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rossing the threshold of this beautiful Creole-style villa we find a universe rich in authenticity, an environment created to enjoy the different times of the day. Living room, dining room and kitchen coexist in a single open space on a large veranda, giving the impression of being suspended above the landscape.

Built with weather hazards in mind, it is oriented in such a way as to protect the rooms from the heat, favor air circulation and be able to enjoy the veranda even on rainy days.

A house designed for people, for sharing with family and friends.

This is why the rooms are independent, with access from inside

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LIFE STYLE

Perfectly oriented in such a way as to protect the rooms from the heat, favor air circulation and be able to enjoy the veranda even on rainy days.

and outside, respecting privacy. The main bedroom above the living room has a beautiful bathroom reminiscent of the inside of a boat. The Brazilian cherry wood featured throughout the villa adds warmth and intimacy. We find it in walls, ceilings, furniture and floors, a magnificent tropical wood with beautiful rich tones... This house breathes coziness.

Built on three levels on a 1,300 m² plot, with an area of 580 m², it has 5 bedrooms decorated in a rather traditional style, 6 bathrooms, a pool, parking and automatic gate. Creole beds with beautifully sculpted posts and hand-picked furniture compliment each other, while the drapes, curtains, bedspreads and accessories are combined in different color schemes making each bed room individual. insamana 39

INTERVIEW

Bertrand Houitte

“Direct importation is a crucial challenge for the company in an increasingly competent market”

EMB Manager

Bertrand, what part or city in France are you from and what brought you to Las Terrenas?

I was born in the city of Dinan in Brittany, “Cotes d’Armor” (22). I am very proud of my region. I would say I am Breton first, French second! I love going to visit my family a couple of times a year.

I travelled to the Dominican Republic for the first time at the beginning of 2004 and to Las Terrenas in September that same year. I moved here in March 2005.

What made you start this type of business?

After hearing so many people say they had to go to Nagua or even as far as Santo Domingo to find appliances, I started EMB in May 2005. At that time, the only place in town was Comercial de León.

What was it like at the beginning? What do you recall?

At first things were a bit slow, but I put a lot of effort into spreading the word and advertising to make this new business and service in Las Terrenas known.

The originality was in the sales support: by catalog. Clients picked out the models and I was in charge of sourcing them, delivering them and even installing them in their homes.

I printed lots of small catalogs and began leaving them in real estate and other businesses in the town such as pharmacies or supermarkets.

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Macorís... day and night, sunshine or rain...

Up until 2010, I only sold by catalog.

Describe your business. What do you do?

EMB has been distributing household appliances, sound systems, video equipment, furniture etc since 2005. The company has been located on Calle Francisco Rosario Sánchez (next to the Central Electoral Board) since 2010. Opening a store to the public was the logical step for the expanding business and a response to the requests from clients. Six people make up EMB today.

What makes a business successful?

A very classic response: commitment, respect and responsibility at all levels, from customers to suppliers, not forgetting employees. All these elements make EMB a success.

What was the biggest obstacle you had to overcome in starting or maintaining your business?

The biggest obstacle was at the beginning, it was a problem of credibility. It took a lot of effort to win the trust of the suppliers.

What do you enjoy most about running EMB? I enjoy it in various ways: in the search for new product lines, signing new projects, accompanying new clients, fixing equipment that isn’t working properly...

Every day is different.

What goals did you set for this year, 2018?

2017 ended with the best sales volume to date for the company, I hope to repeat this result again this year.

What would make you jump for joy?

I am very happy with what I have.

What is EMB’s strength and weakness?

From the beginning, EMB’s strength is in the service, the product line, the sales exclusivities, and the fact that we install the appliances...

When you lose a sale what is the lesson you learn?

In business, sometimes you cannot reach an agreement with a client for various reasons.

The most important thing in these cases is to respect their decision and analyze the situation and try not to repeat it in the future.

What improvements are you currently working on?

EMB is always striving to improve its position in the market, both with its product line and with the quality of the service.

Signing exclusive distribution agreements with household appliance manufacturers is our main goal for the coming years.

We also want to improve the distribution chain through direct importation: a major challenge for the company in a very competitive market.

What was the hardest change you have had to face? How did you handle it?

“The future is inflected in the harmony among the various communities making up Las Terrenas, accepting the differences in each others’ lifestyles”

In 2017, you sponsored the Epic MTB Las Terrenas mountain bike competition. Will you do it again this year?

I will indeed sponsor the Epic MTB Las Terrenas again next October 28. I am a fan of bikes in general, so naturally my company supported this event. I get lots of requests for sponsorship every year, but you can’t support all events.

It would have to be when I opened the store, everything was constantly changing from one day to the next. You had to be alert all the time and try not to forget anything.

What was the most difficult experience you had with a client? How did it work out?

I always try and avoid letting the situation get out of hand. Some clients are more demanding than others, it is important to adapt and always “say what you mean and mean what you say”.

What do you like selling the most and the least?

As far as a business is concerned there are no preferences, as long as you believe in the product, you will always look for the best

arguments to close the sale.

In your opinion, what are the main differences between European and Dominican business owners?

Difficult to answer without touching some sore points! On the subject of sales, which is the one I know the most, I think customer care is different, I personally look for a long term relationship with clients.

If you could give advice to a novice entrepreneur, what would it be?

Do not think it will be easy. The “tropical touch” of sun, sea and blue skies, help but they are false friends... and beware of excesses! Effort, volume of work and commitment will be the guarantee of success.

A classic question. What does the future hold for Las Terrenas?

The town (soon to be city) will continue growing. Witness to this are the numerous projects underway or in the pipeline. Las Terrenas will be a destination for local rather than international tourism. Controlling this development is crucial for the future of Las Terrenas. The authorities must continue investing (investments that seem less than in other parts of the country) to solve recurrent problems: sewage treatment, solid and liquid waste, coastal erosion etc. The future is inflected in the harmony among the various communities making up Las Terrenas, accepting the differences in each others’ lifestyles.

And for EMB? Last year EMB saw its best results, this year we hope to produce a little more.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for your trust. EMB could not have done it without you.”

“We will continue offering the best service!”

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Ximena Tannenbaum Designer, interior designer and the soul of Casa Bonita

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enowned Chilean designer Ximena Tannenbaum recently settled in Las Terrenas and opened a small charming interiors shop in Plaza Rosada called Casa Bonita.

She has a variety of useful decorative objects on display, along with some select articles of clothing and accessories. Don’t miss out on a visit to find exactly what you were looking for or just the right gift for a friend.

The trick is to love and enjoy your work and Ximena lives it like the greatest pleasure of her life But luckily for residents in Las Terrenas, and for house owners in general, Ximena is now putting all her experience and talent as a home furnishing consultant at our disposal. With intuition, sensitivity and good taste she manages to weave the story of whoever lives in the house into the spaces she designs, carrying through an interior design full of personality and originality.

The trick is to love and enjoy your work and Ximena lives it like the greatest pleasure of her life, and does so with absolute freedom.

This is why it is difficult to pigeonhole her style. Even she doesn’t know how to define it exactly although she leaves a unique and unmistakable mark on every project she undertakes.

Following great success and popularity in Chile she decided to set up in Las Terrenas because she needed a break and to dedicate more time to herself. Ximena no longer does things because she has to but because she likes to.

Fashion and trends are of no interest to her, her creativity kicks in while travelling, something she does often and with great enthusiasm.

Inspiration can come from a random image or idea and are galvanized in a vision free from the rules of how it has to be or what has to be used.

Important elements are the use of superior natural materials and a sound manufacture to guarantee harmony and balance in every space.

She loves to use wood, natural, exclusive fabrics, mix different styles and original functional combinations depending on the project and the client.

And, above all, colors play a prominent role in her concept of decoration, because, as the designer Karim Rashid said, “colors are one of the most interesting ways to treat our emotions, our psyche and our spiritual being.�

Casa Bonita, Plaza Rosada, Ave. Duarte. Las Terrenas.

TERRENAS EN PLATA A jewel for every story!

Jewelry pieces are like stories - each one fills us with emotions, takes us to faraway places, recounting experiences and memories.

Rings, necklaces, bracelets and unique earrings are the role players in these stories, each piece unfolding the details of a very special craftsmanship.

Stories, tales and colors that carry the power and strength of the sea take shape in the wonderful jewelry you will find in this most unusual store at the heart of Las Terrenas town.

Visiting the store is like taking a trip to wonderland, among collections inspired by nature or Bohemian glamour, charged with colors and energy, chic and timeless, sober or simply audacious.

FotografĂ­a: Gianmaria Pisino. Modelo: Yeral Rodriguez

A jewel for every story!

Masterfully combining classic materials with more innovative ones can give surprising, modern, artistic, elegant results and instantly turns each piece into an unforgettable memory.

More often inspired by women, there is no shortage of lines for men and for the little ones in the house.

Handpicked individually by Babette and Jean Paul in their ongoing search for beauty and never ending stories, all the pieces in Terrenas en Plata are like love at first sight and stay in the heart forever.

TERRENAS EN PLATA Plaza El Paseo · Puerto Plaza Las Terrenas · Samaná · Dominican Republic Tel. (1) 809 240-5358 · terrenasenplata@gmail.com

mediterraneo

PUBLI-REPORTAGE

A Mediterranean wave in the Caribbean

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he idea was born out of a chance encounter between two young Italians in Las Terrenas. Both Beatrice and Simone had worked in the fashion industry so, in 2013, they decided to join forces, experience and knowledge and open the first Mediterraneo store in Plaza Rosada, later replaced by the current boutique in Puerto Plaza.

After the success of their first store, they opened the doors of their second outlet in Las Terrenas… then the third store, this time in Cabarete and now foresee a future expansion into the main tourist destinations in Dominican Republic.

The idea is simple: offer and promote Italian excellence in local “beachwear” with elegant and refined designs. Select top-range garments, hand-made products exclusively manufactured for Mediterraneo in Capri, Positano and Portofino, internationally renowned for their glamour, together with more casual sporty

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The spot for Italian fashion: for those who love exclusivity it’s fantasy, creativity and good taste at your fingertips. garments, and a wide range of accessories, all with that Made-inItaly panache, of course.

From linen shirts for men to typical ladies blouses from Positano, from the most elegant garments to sportswear, stretch bikinis, men’s bathing suits and accessories in general: Mediterraneo boutiques dress their clients from head to toe.

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The collections are updated every season following the trends of the moment and depending on their purpose: the Plaza Nuevo Mundo store carries a casual and much more sporty selection while and the Puerto Plaza outlet offers more refined and elegant garments.

In Puerto Plaza and Plaza Nuevo Mundo.

Puerto Plaza

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A smiling, attentive, friendly and competent staff advises and suggests the item best suited to the tastes of the most demanding clients looking for originality and exclusivity.

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Beach Garden Plaza. Of course, when it comes to visiting a hairdresser, what you want is a cut that suits you, so it is very important to get good advice. Sophie, who has been creating trends since Adonia opened in 2011, is a true professional in the field and will quickly know what is best for you, just trust her.

Tel. (1) 829 858-4518

O.P.I. NAIL BAR

C/ Carmen, 124. O.P.I. is a brand renowned worldwide for its quality, durability and great range of nail polish colors. Our salon offers complete beauty treatements: massages, facial treatements, hand and foot spa. Our services also include individual eyelash extensions, curling, coloring and hair removal in general.

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Plaza Rosada. You will feel pampered and in good hands in this very chic salon.

Renowned French hairdresser Bruno is much loved for his creative talent and excellent communication skills, sensational cuts, colors and great highlights. He will also advise you on how to take care of your hair at home so you always look divine.

Highly recommendable.

Tel. (1) 809 240-6691

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With 15 years of experience in beauty care and massage, offering complete treatments for face and body, GaĂŤlle is pleased to present her new range of massage oils with new aromas for a better well-being: mango, banana, rose, tiara, lavender, vanilla, coconut, honey and tangerine. Also facials, waxing, manicures and pedicures. Visit her in Plaza Rosada. Tel. (1) 829 838-9256

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RENÉ-PIERRE REQUENA

Hydrotherapist, Sofrologist, Relaxologist Expert in Thai massage and therapeutic massage, RenĂŠ-Pierre puts his experience of over twenty years in the service of functional hospital rehabilitation at your disposal. He is specialized in orthopedic rehabilitation, traumatism (recovery of joint mobility and muscle tone), rheumatology (mobilization and analgesic massage of muscle pain and neuralgia) and balance disorders.

Sofrological treatment and energetic care of psychosomatic and psychological disorders such as anxiety, stress, depression, exhaustion, etc.

Tel. (1) 829 887-4895

ALISEI SPA

Come join us for a journey of relaxation.

Our highly trained therapists will pamper you as you relax in our beautifully designed and decorated spa. Unwind as we surround you with flower aromas, incense and calming music. Our extensive selection of spa services is sure to impress. Located on playa Las Ballenas, our team is ready to serve in the tranquil, lush gardens of Alisei beachfront hotel.

Pool, steam room, Vichy shower and spa open to all. Tel. (1) 809 240-5555.

Aligio Apart-Hotel. An irresistible temptation.

Spa & Hammam (turkish bath) together in one place. Top quality products to cleanse the body and make the skin glow. Aesthetic slimming, firming or anti-cellulite treatments.

Hair removal, facial and body treatments, manicure and pedicure, professional makeup.

Sauna and aromatherapy. A unique wellness center, everything you need.

Tel. (1) 809 982-8336

HEALING THERAPY

Marie Elodie is am expert in Lomi Lomi, a massage originally from Hawaii that combines the use of prayer (pule), breathing (ha), and energy (mana) with a variety of deep gentle movements using the thumbs, knuckles, forearms and elbows to release blocked areas of tension.

With a Lomi Lomi treatment, they say you receive Aloha... the breath of love... the breath of life...

Tel. (1) 829 714-7344

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ôté Soleil boutique needs no introduction. Over the past 7 years it has become a must in Las Terrenas. A sweetness of life, an irresistible charm prevails in the shop... it simply feels good.

However, Chantal’s exclusive models in particular have a magic about them: put them on and the natural materials like light muslin, silk and linen, wrap you in a cloud of softness and freshness, highlighting your tan... you feel on vacation.

By talking to designer Chantal we understood her collections: as the conversation went on, we realized that Côté Soleil is first and foremost the creator’s love story with the sun and the beach. As a child in the seventies, she spent her summers in Saint-Tropez where her unconditional love for small coastal towns comes from.

Since the 80s, she has lived in Rosas, Cadaqués, Ibiza, Marbella and back to Saint-Tropez where her son was born.

Fifteen years ago she accidentally discovered the Dominican Republic and was relentlessly haunted by the country and its people, so loving and charming... and fell madly in love with Las Terrenas.

After a lifetime in the Mediterranean, she was looking for clothes she couldn’t find anywhere. So, seven years ago, she put everything

SOLEIL Fashion freestyle

she had into a private collection, a couple of very well thought-out models which she manufactured herself in Italy, with prices to suit the market... it was an immediate success.

Since then each year her collections have grown. After all this time spent in sunny climes, Chantal still has an unconditional love for white and a taste for pure fluid forms that allow the body to move and breathe freely.

She uses only fresh, light, quality materials, such as muslin, prewashed linen and silk.

Although she adores white, her collections do come in various colors that differ every year depending on the dyes she can source.

This year, Chantal went to Ibiza for inspiration, returning with an undoubtedly bohemian private collection, exclusive models in hand-painted cotton and silk, and a wider of men’s wear, shirts, shorts, trousers and linen T-shirts.

In addition to the collections created by Chantal, Côté Soleil Boutique stocks everything you need on your vacation: swimsuits, towels, Havaianas flip flops, beach bags, Panama hats, belts, summer jewelry and a wide selection of accessories.

Plaza Casa Linda, beside La Bodega discotheque.

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icole’s passion for horses was forged in her early years in her native Switzerland. Who could have guessed back then where that passion would lead?

While travelling the world in 2003, she discovered Samaná and, having fallen totally in love with the place, decided to make her home in Las Terrenas together with her lovely family.

At 40, Nicole Clausen’s dream of having her own horse came true.

Shortly after, she bought another one and then finally, in March 2015, she and Sophie Dubost opened a ranch offering excursions to tourists in Playa Cosón.

In the beginning, things went really well but soon problems started to arise such as sourcing proper fodder for the horses, finding good staff, etc. Not everything was that obvious but, bit by bit they figured things out and built up the right contacts.

When Sophie returned to France, Nicole was faced with a new challenge. Having decided to carry on the business on her own, she now needed to transfer the ranch from Playa Cosón which was

Rancho Playa

becoming increasingly busy and with few options for excursions.

La Barbacoa turned out to be the ideal place, with fabulous landscape, close to the beaches, lots of countryside and mountains, and endless space for excursions for all levels and ages. Encouraged by the kindness of the people from El Limón, who often asked for advice on how to cure or relieve an ailing horse, Nicole quickly settled into her new premises.

In an ongoing effort to upgrade the services she added some facilities to her ranch. Today, Rancho Playa has a stable of twelve magnificent horses, a 600 m² riding arena, 15 paddocks covering a total of 250 m² with shelter and a large covered area to care for the horses.

In the future, Nicole wants to develop more day trips, get the children from El Limón involved in the club, make them aware of animal suffering and share experiences. She would also like to expand the ranch and add a rescue shelter. Even though she still has a long way to go we are quite certain she will make with her professionalism and enthusiasm.

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Dream Bags Using new and/or recycled off-cuts, combining colors and textures, Alexandra creates personalized bags, each piece both charming and unique.

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n a day like any other, Alexandra was in her boutique when she saw a woman pass by with a bag that caught her eye. She had always loved hand crafts and even as a child had loved creating all sorts of things. So, suddenly she got out her old sewing machine, a quick dust, and set to work... the first Dream Bag was born.

She had hardly finished it when a friend asked her to make one like it from fabric she herself provided. These first creations soon became popular among Alexandra’s friends, and soon she decided to dedicate herself to this only. She reduced her shop space, as she didn’t need such large premises, and on the spur of the moment and without much forethought she launched herself into her new adventure.

Everything changed after that, but her goal remains the same, to do something she likes and enjoys. Each piece of fabric, ribbon, zip and accessory has its own personality and Alexandra likes to give them importance, let each item tell its story. Sometimes she needs to leave the fabrics and accessories “rest” on the workbench so she can absorb them and begin to “understand” them before working with them. She tries to give them a chromatic and conceptual meaning so they look as if they were born to be together. In a way, she’s not the one who mixes and matches... it’s the fabric that guide her and determine the final result!

Simple, practical, each model exclusive, each detail thought through, with colors and textures that immediately catch the eye.

From toiletry bags to large handbags, from ones with lots of pockets and zips to one big bag, there’s an ideal bag for every woman here.

Dream Bags was born less than a year ago and the orders have not stopped coming in. Alexandra does everything: creates the models, buys and matches the materials, sews (although she now has an assistant), public relations... But above all, she is happy and satisfied.

Alexandra and Dream Bags are living proof that if you follow your heart you can’t go wrong.

Dominos, The n Begging baseba

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ominos is a fun game, quite competitive at times, and other times very relaxing.

Initially, it might seem complicated but even so, you can always join in and simply “play the tiles”, in other words play without a strategy, and enjoy the atmosphere surrounding this local tradition.

It’s unbelievably popular throughout Latin America, especially the Spanish speaking Caribbean countries, and in particular Cuba and Dominican Republic, where it is a genuine national sport and as much part of the culture as “La Bandera” (typical local dish), baseball and merengue.

national sport... all’s pardon!

A game of dominos can also be a moment for sharing stories among friends and acquaintances, or simply a means of getting away from the ups and downs of daily life.

The game is played with true passion across the nation, and very often for money. You can hear the familiar sound of dominos on every street corner. The crisp clicking of tiles on the board as they’re being moved around blend with the cries, the gestures, the joking and the expletives, summing up the idiosyncrasies of this country.

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Precio: US$ 300,000.00

MARAVILLOSA VILLA DE LUJO, 4 dormitorios, 5 baños, sala de estar, cocina, gran terraza con espléndidas vistas del océano enclavado en una de las más altas lomas de Cosón.

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