insamana n°14 - November 2015 (English version)

insamana N°14 Noviembre 2015· m a g a z i n e d e a r q u i t e c t u r a , d i s e ñ o , d e c o r a c i ó n , i n t e r i o r i s m o , p r o y e c t o s . . .

Monserrat II The will to succeed

Ecole Française de Las Terrenas With an international vocation

Du Coté de Cosón Where the East meets the West

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OPINION

The system went down Editors: Silvia Leperre Armando Doménech Gianmaria Pisino Photographs: Gianmaria Pisino Armando Doménech Collaborators: Elsa Charlier Clarisse Piveteau Nicolas Brehm Translation: Gabrielle Lee The content and advertisements in the magazine do not necessarily state or reflect those of the editors.

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ho can say they´ve never heard that one? We use it and hear it in the most absurd, ludicrous moments to indicate some unspecified technical fault, usually beyond anyone´s control, and above all, unrelated to any human action.

Normally this happens when we are on some errand, we stand in a long queue and wait... and wait... and wait some more. And when at long last it´s our turn the employee says: “Sorry, the system is down”. Quite clearly there´s no way around it, nothing can be done, we´ll just have to come back another day!

Maybe it´s just me, but I always try and avoid the system because I don´t trust nor do I sympathize with the system, but sometimes... much to my chagrin... it finds me!

Like everyone, I have a bank account, I even have internet banking. I requested the service for consultation purposes only because of my deep mistrust and dislike.

Everything was working perfectly: the service, “the system”, everything hunky dory... until one day they called me telling me I had been selected. Lucky me! And that they were going to change my service for an even better one, one I could do so much more with...The things I never wanted to do in the first place. Innocently, I tried to explain to them that things were fine as they were, that I was satisfied and please not to change anything... Too late, “the system” had found me.

The next time I tried to consult my account I failed! A series of questions appeared on the screen: what was the name of my first pet, what school did I go to when I was 7, what´s my favorite food..? Why does the system want to know these things? Well, I just didn´t get it and I had neither the time nor the patience I logged off and forgot about it. After that, I couldn´t access my account. Every time I tried, 2 phone numbers appeared: one toll free number which happens to be the emergency help line for a thousand different companies in Puerto Rico... and the other is local.

I call the local number, an anonymous call center answers (go figure whereabouts in the country) and after several minutes of musak interrupted only by attempts to sell me such and such services... I see red and decide to go directly to the bank.

At the bank they tell me that I have to answer the questions because “the system” requires it, supposedly to help me, I´m not quite sure how, I liked things as they were before, but no one cares. Finally, to have the service again, I have to change my password. But why, if I´ve always used the same one so I don´t forget it?

Nope, not happening! But why? Because the system remembers it... I don´t get it, if I have a password, it´s for my security so... why would the system remember it?

I went on holidays and while I was away, naturally, I forgot my new password. But Madame, why didn´t you jot it down? Well, I hadn’t jotted it down, but I had answered a thousand and one questions to help me out in cases like this, and now who remembers them? Didn´t we say the system remembers passwords? So, why can´t I have my old one back? I´m the only one that uses it... right? Difficult questions to answer.

Even though they changed my password about 15 times, in the end, I got what I wanted, I got my old one back... Hurray! And I can go back to the services I had before “the system” found me. It´s always better to laugh than to cry but I can´t help thinking: was the system made for man or man for the system? Time will tell.

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Beside the Poly-tech and the French School.

Fully urbanized, asphalted area with utilities; water and electricity, 2 km. from the beach and 5 minutes from the town center.

(No communal charges)

100 m² of constructed area with 3 bedrooms (one suite), 2 bathrooms, dining room with American style kitchen, private 60 m² garden.

Enclosed parking space. Ceramic floor and bathroom tiles.

Pre-installation for air conditioning.

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5 Opinion The system went down

40 Las Olas Luxury Villas at Playa Bonita

9 Intro News, openings, new events...

42 Ecole Française de Las Terrenas With an international vocation

12 Villas Mareva A dream come true

46 Las Terrenas Sailing Club Full Speed Ahead!

16 Epyos Beauty & Spa An irresistible temptation

48 Design The Smell of the Sea

18 Monserrat II The will to succeed

50 Health Drinking water

24 Casa Moda All about Light and Shade

52 Cocoa and Chocolate

26 Interview René and Anny Techer 30 Valcaoba Outstanding quality-price ratio 34 Du Coté de Cosón Where the East meets the West

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An experimented team for you

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I NT R O Xeliter

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This company manages charming hotels in privileged locations with superior services in Dominican Republic, guaranteeing the best choice for the tourist. We can be proud that two of the four specially selected hotels are on the Samana Peninsula: Vista Mare in Samana and more recently Balcones del Atlรกntico in Las Terrenas.

Aligio Beach Club

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Recently, the beachfront Aligio Apart-Hotel has been fitted with a fabulous deck right on the shore. The wooden deck has straw umbrellas and comfy sun loungers... an irresistible invitation to lay back and relax. River stones and flowers decorate the deck lending a cool welcoming atmosphere and a handy designer shower is the perfect final touch.

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Good Food

Run by the dynamic pair from Argentina, Paula and Carolina, this bar fits in perfectly with the suggestive architecture of the Colonial Plaza. The decor and the dishes on offer are a perfect match for each other.

Breakfasts, lunches, coffee, snacks all take on a new meaning, tasty and healthy and in a wonderful setting.

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Kaya

Switch to solar energy! Kaya offers fully certified solar panels (EU and USA approved) with a 25 year warrantee. The experts at Kaya Energy Group will attend to you in Spanish, French, English or German in their new premises located in the Beach Garden Plaza. insamana 9

I NT R O Dolci Coccole

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This small eatery in Plaza Créole specializes in homemade yoghurts and ice creams.

It also offers a selection of lovingly presented, traditional Italian cakes and selected dishes.

Dolci Coccole has a nice spacious terrace looking onto the main street and is a lively spot to meet for breakfast.

Soho Beach Bar & Grill

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This recently inaugurated local in the Fisherman´s Village has the most modern and minimalist décor. Black, white and dark wood perfectly alternate in a successful balance, creating a cozy chill-out area, with the sea and beach backdrop completing the picture to a tee.

s Opi Nail Bar Offers a new, modern concept straight from New York: express manicure and pedicure service, sitting on a bench while having a drink or chatting with a friend or celebrating a special occasion surrounded by very carefully chosen equipment and décor. Pamper yourself, relax with a movie or share with friends. Brilliant!

s Côté Soleil Clothes designed by Chantal Baca that bring Ibiza or Saint Tropez to mind. Elegant and practical for any time of the day and night, light-colors, white... a little bit hippy, with a little romantic lace or tulle addition, made with top class fabrics for an adlib style that looks good on everyone.

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PUBLI-REPORT

VILLAS MAREVA To live in the peace and quiet of an exclusive residential area just a stone´s throw from Las Terrenas town center and its main attractions is a dream come true.

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house is not just an investment, it´s a home, a place to live. It is an asset to be enjoyed and one we hope will increase in value over time.

On the one hand, it´s related to our level of well being because we imagine the lifestyle we could enjoy when we see it. On the other hand, it´s an important purchase for the whole family and we want to make the best deal possible.

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The map shows the layout of the lots, highlighting lot 6 with superior features.

The houses provide large comfortable easy going open spaces.

The intelligent distribution and attractive dĂŠcor of the spaces designed with comfortable living in mind make Villas Mareva the perfect solution for our emotional needs and combine tradition with timeless appeal in an elegant yet friendly family atmosphere.

The complex is low density with 9 lots, all similar in size, and one larger lot (lot 6) with superior features. Measuring 210

m² in total, the standard houses will have 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms with separate toilet, guest bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry and spacious sheltered veranda.

Each house will have a garden and private pool. Some of the nice touches included in the basic model include: mangrove wood columns, soap stone floors, one of the living room walls clad in limestone and oak cabinetry... the images show it all. insamana 13

By being in a very quiet yet strategic residential area, Villas Mareva is in a privileged location. It is only a stone´s throw from the Fisherman´s Village, Las Terrenas´ famous entertainment area, and a few hundred meters from Playa Las Ballenas, one of the best beaches in the country, and only a short distance from the town center with all its shops and amenities.

The complex will also have two entrances, both from calle

The map shows the excellent location of the Villas Mareva project.

Most of the images are of Villa Toali serving as a model home for the distribution of the spaces and construction concept.

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Francisco Caamaño Deño (the beach road), very near Las Ballenas.

Villas Mareva is an ideal investment for the future guaranteed by a renowned, trustworthy company.

Nolwenn and Lionel Masson, the developers, have excelled in the construction and promotion of various housing projects in Las Terrenas including Claro de Luna,

PUBLI-REPORT Villas Thalaya, Escalonia Townhouses, Villa Toali and part of Passiflora, projects that answer to the need of the clients and contribute to the sustainable development of their surroundings.

executed with maximum functionality and rationale for easy, efficient, economic maintenance. We are looking at an exclusive site for the privileged few, close to everything and fulfilling the emotional and rational needs of each buyer.

During the course of their professional careers they have acquired a comprehensive knowledge of the construction and real estate industries, participating in the planning, design, decoration, management and marketing of each

Sales Villas Mareva: Tel. (1) 829 898-9950 infos@villas-las-terrenas.com 路 www.villas-las-terrenas.com Rent Villa Toali: Tel. (1) 809 240-6459 Info@PlayaMax.com 路 Www.PlayaMax.com

of the projects. The history of this French couple is characterized by creating values and their unchanging commitment to quality throughout various real estate developments.

Buyers will also find the after sales service of Villas Mareva very interesting. The Massons being the developers, builders and managers of the complex, everything is planned and insamana 15

beauty EPYOS & spa An irresistible temptation

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or some time Isabelle Brière, former owner of Evasion Beauté, was thinking of embarking on a new adventure. She dreamt of a more complete structure, something really special because of the atmosphere as well as the treatments on offer. She found the perfect spot at the new Aligio Apart-Hotel development and knew right away that she had found her place.

Combining her vast experience with encouragement from her loyal clients, Isabelle set out to offer the best, the latest in professional care for the best results in terms of wellbeing and relaxation. Yet another box ticked!

Spa means health through water. It´s a very old concept, known and practiced in many cultures around the world but the Moroccans converted it into a true philosophy of life: wellbeing and physical and mental health through cleansing, resting and revitalizing the body. Enjoying a hammam at Epyos is a deeply satisfying experience resulting in a beautifully smooth skin and the most marvelous feeling of relaxation.

The treatment is carried out using completely natural products made in the DR and ends in the relaxation area sipping Moringa tea, rich in antioxidants, while enjoying some delicious homemade sweetmeats.

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PUBLI-REPORT Beauty Institute: Of course beauty treatments for the face and body are also available with a wide range of massages, skin care, slimming and firming treatments, or anti-cellulite treatments with ultrasound liposuction, hair removal, manicures and pedicures with top quality nail products. A real treat!

Quality products and impeccable hygiene are absolutely essential for Isabelle. For our enjoyment she has chosen the renowned line of products by Germaine de Capuccini with the added plus that these products have been especially studied and adapted for use in tropical climates based on 40 years of experience in the South American markets.

The line is very complete and, more importantly, totally eco sustainable.

Recognized professionals: In any business, it´s the people that count, and Isabelle knows that better than anyone. Each member of her professional team is specialized in their particular area, but united by an enthusiasm for their work and the smile you get every time you visit.

Photos: Oscar Richard

Epyos Beauty & Spa Tel. (1) 809 240-6898 fecebook: epyos-beauty-spa

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The will to succeed

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ven though King-Soto´s portfolio of new projects is bulging, Monserrat II, in Abra Grande, Las Terrenas, is a little bit special to them.

Speaking to Carlos King about the project you can see his enthusiasm and excitement about present and future projects.

“Monserrat I was so successful and we were so pleased with it that we started thinking about a second Monserrat straight away. We found the ideal location in Abra Grande, near the beaches and amenities as well as being easy to get to. We wanted Monserrat II to exceed all the standards in quality that characterize us, in terms of both construction and materials and paid great attention to each of the thousand and one details and I think we are getting there”, says Carlos King.

There´s no doubt that in terms of quality-price ratio Monserrat II looks like one of the best real estate opportunities in Las Terrenas to date. It boasts an elegant, modern architectural design, well proportioned apartments with different interiors depending on the size, fabulous gardens, 2 big swimming pools and a really nice common area.

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Foto: Juan Lopez Spratt

One of the strong points of this project to the eyes of potential buyers is the idea of enjoying the common areas, almost like a club house or a private club.

The sofas, armchairs, tables and sun loungers scattered about the different areas are there for enjoying meals or relaxing and not just for decoration, maximizing the delight in the complex.

You can feel right at home with a cold drink, relaxing in the shade or sharing with family and friends in any of the many perfect niches.

Painstaking care has been taken with the embellishments of the stairs, corridors, numbering of the apartments and lighting.

The signature works by Jordi Sicilia from El Taller de les Flors are so original, personalized and carefully executed, adding to the pleasant functional atmosphere as well as adding that special touch.

Having fully equipped common rooms, a gym, a playground, two pools, a Jacuzzi is a nice luxury and very important when it comes to choosing a property. King-Soto’s motto “Space to build your dreams” sounds more and more real, more meaningful.

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Second Stage

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he second phase of Monserrat II has 24 apartments varying in size from 94 to 235 square meters in the lofts and penthouses.

Some have already been sold or been set aside, but there is still a good selection available.

Like in the first phase, all materials used are first class and blend in perfectly with the surroundings.

The facades of the buildings are clad in flagstone, a natural element that changes the look of architecture. The roof is finished in clay tiles, one of the most durable materials on the market, needing less maintenance while affording plenty of insulation, as well as adding great warmth, for an elegant, timeless end result.

Inside the apartments all the cabinetry is in oak, the floors are high quality marble or soapstone and the kitchen work tops are in natural granite. By using marble and decorating with suggestive natural stone fretwork, the decor and top quality materials in the bathrooms showcase an elegant and practical environment.

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All the accessories -kitchen and bathroom- are of the highest quality, using only recognized brands on the market.

The apartments come with kitchens fitted with stove, extractor hood, oven and microwave, all in Teka stainless steel or similar.

As already mentioned, this phase sees the building of the second pool, the gymnasium and other areas, including a gazebo, to be enjoyed by the residents.

With regard to services, there will be remote control gates, a common gas supply, permanent supply of drinking water from a filtered chlorinated system and Wi-Fi in all common areas.

A special mention about maintenance costs which, as always with King-Soto, are very reasonable and estimated at around one dollar/m²/month.

Visit Monserrat II and discover a new way of life.

The dream of a lifetime within your reach! www.grupokingsoto.com

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All about Light and Shade L

uckily we live in a country with fantastic weather conditions: year round sunshine, ideal temperatures, breeze... paradise!

But sometimes we need to keep nature´s generosity in check by monitoring the intensity of the light or heat, sheltering ourselves from the rain, the wind, or both when they interfere with our garden or veranda and prevent us from enjoying them.

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Casa Moda has the ideal solution for protecting any area from the sun: outdoor and indoor roller curtains or blinds - a new trending concept with exceptional technical features adaptable to all kinds of interiors.

With a winding mechanism seamlessly integrated into the window, these simple, functional blinds are virtually invisible when not in use.

Using different technical fabrics, colors, thicknesses and mesh densities, you can protect from and filter unwanted light and heat in every room in the house, day and night. In addition, these fabrics are generally antistatic and so repel dust ensuring easy maintenance.

Outdoor blinds are fixed to the ground to avoid flapping and protect from winds of up to 80 km per hour, rain and sun. Interior

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Casa Moda blinds have swept the market in Las Terrenas blinds help filter the light in each room depending on the time of day. The zebra effect in particular, is achieved by alternating translucent and opaque bands that overlap each other as they are drawn or opened, allowing the amount of light entering the room to be monitored while offering ideal protection from the heat.

A very important feature of all blinds is that they allow great outward visibility while

protecting from prying eyes. They also protect furniture and floors from damage from harsh sunlight, keep temperatures cool and consequently save energy. Another advantage is that they can be operated manually or by remote control.

Moda´s team will help you chose the ideal product for monitoring light, rain and wind in your home, office or business.

Casa Moda blinds are professionally made to measure using the best louver systems and top quality lacquered aluminum boxes. From measurement to installation, Casa

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INTERVIEW

RENÉ & ANNY TECHER René Techer, originally from Tignes, professional skier and official trainer for the national Andorran team, and Anny Techer, originally from Lyon, pharmacist, this year 2015 celebrate 40 years living in Las Terrenas.

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ells us a bit about how you came to know about Las Terrenas: René: “In 1974, my friend Jean Desdames and Kayana Kulmann did a circuit all around the Dominican Republic. They were in the country visiting Kayana´s father who was an American diplomat, but it was the father´s friend, another diplomat, who pointed out the area to them. Jeannot, as we all called him, didn´t think twice and came to check out the place.

Jeannot owned a sports shop in Tignes and when he came back he told me about this totally isolated, out of this world village and I was captivated by the idea. At the time, I was the trainer of the national Andorran ski team and when the season ended in May ´75 I decided to travel to Las Terrenas.

Initially it was just a 3 week holiday but I wound up staying till September- 5 months!

It really was heaven, I spent my days diving and hanging out with the villagers. A total dream!”

Anny: “My first trip was in ´76. It was like a fairytale, people were exceptional and the life style was unique.”

René and Anny Techer, a lifetime living in Las Terrenas.

What is your first memory of Las Terrenas?

The first memory for both of us was the view from up top. The first time we arrived, even though it was in different years, it was the guagua (bus) we took from the capital and you had to change vehicle in Sanchez.

Then from Sanchez climbing up those hills that surround Las Terrenas and, at the top

you could glimpse the village below. That is the first image that we both have fixed in our minds forever, the view that took in the entire bay, all the colors of the ocean together with the leafy vegetation on the hills. A vision.

René: The first dive was something unforgettable too.

How did Tropic Banana come about?

Well, Jeannot already bought the land back in ´75. The following year we bought the adjacent land and we opened the hotel that same year with 4 wooden cabañas and called it “Las Terrenas Club”. We were running it half and half, he was doing the winters and we were doing the summers. We decided to do it that way because he no longer had his shop in Tignes while I, on the other hand, was still training the national ski team and I had to be in France for the winter.

Anyhow, our idea in the beginning was to live in Las Terrenas and Tignes and that´s what we did up to 1983. That year saw a huge change because Jeannot sold his part of the land to Jean Claude Fabiani.

Fabiani didn´t want to buy our part but proposed a partnership with us and that we stay and run the hotel full time.

We liked the idea and so we refurbished the hotel completely and that is when it became the Tropic Banana, the first really comfortable hotel in the north coast of the Dominican Republic. insamana 27

Coseco and his group Saturday night in the Tropic Banana bar.

René Techer (first on right) and Jeannot (wearing wig) in the “Taverne du Pirate”.

For many years, The Tropic was a meeting place for all foreigners, tourists and expats. What was it like from the inside?

We lived at our work place which wasn´t just a hotel that accommodated people from all over the world, it was also a reference point for residents living here, it always was. Also, I was the representative of the French embassy with the position of “Island Chief ” and so the Tropic became the spot where everyone converged in difficult, dangerous or frightening times. Everyone would leave their homes and come to the hotel if there was a hurricane or a tornado.

The Tropic was like an oasis in every sense, as a point of reference and a meeting point for adults and a municipal play park for the kids. Tourists just never expected to find such a comfortable place after such a long trip to such a wild place... They were simply amazed.

Now that we´re talking about the Tropic, tell us a little about Coseco.

Coseco wasn’t born in Las Terrenas he was originally from Villa Mella. He came here in 1979 after Hurricane David destroyed his house. He had 19 children with various women, he was an unforgettable character.

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manent members of the group that played every night at the Tropic. Sometimes other musicians would join in but they were the pillars, they were the background music to all the evenings and parties for many years and many happy memories.

One of your clearest memories?

The locals, the Terreneros were really nice hospitable folk, really charming. I also remember the first Dominican I met, that was Papón, who lived in one of the little huts in the fishermen´s village. He came to my place and introduced himself, as tall and powerful as he is, with his huge hands and feet, and he said to me “Hi, my name is Papón and I´m a musician.” It´s an image that is still vivid in my mind to this day.

Marino is someone we want to mention specially. He is Samuel´s son, who used to work as a gardener at the Las Terrenas Club.

Samuel arrived with his 13 year old and Jeannot took a shine to the son and taught him how to work as a waiter. We could say that for us he is the ideal bar tender. He worked in the Tropic right from the beginning up to when we sold it, then he followed us to La Cuca Marina (the restaurant we ran in the Fishermen´s Village) and now he works with Simone at Le Tre Caravelle.

There are people who frequent that restaurant just to see him.

Your daughters grew up in Las Terrenas. How did you solve the problem of schooling?

We founded the French school! We and

other expat couples with children: Josée and François, Jacques and Brigitte, Martine and Patrick, Paco and Sara, Helène and Fan Fan and the managers of Hotel Atlantis hired a French teacher to come and teach the kids under the French CNED system (French Distance Learning Center). That first school was on the main street, Juan Pablo Duarte Avenue, right in front of Plaza Rosada, where the office of José Mercedes is nowadays. There were 2 little lodges on the grounds, one was the school and the other was the teacher´s house. Just imagine the school now has around 150 students!

What mark did the experience of living here leave on them?

First of all the languages, our daughters grew up using 3 languages, French, Spanish and of course English, because they were living in a hotel in constant contact with travelers. Now both of them have decided to settle in France, they live in Tignes, but they still have close ties and friendships with many people who stayed at our hotel, ties with people all over the world.

Another important thing is being open minded, the fact of dealing with so many different people from a very young age has given them a very open, sociable mentality.

That would never have been possible in a French city, well maybe Tignes!

When you got here the town wasn´t much more than a fishing village - what do you think has been the greatest change and why?

There were many drastic changes. The first

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one was the telephone. Before that we were practically incommunicado. All we had was a radio-transmitter that would fist connect us to Las Malvinas Restaurant in Sanchez and then to Santo Domingo. We had our own personal code and we´d use that to call and we could even call overseas. But the system only allowed one person to talk at a time with the typical “over” and “over and out”. I remember this system was quite difficult for the Italians... Ha ha ha..! They all wanted to speak at the one time!

Another significant change, especially for work, was the fax. It made so many things easier, like managing reservations, booking flights... all in all, it changed life.

Finally the arrival of electricity in 1992 and the surfacing of the road over the hills to Sanchez were also very important events.

And the worst moment?

That was when the mass construction started. Between 1985 and 1990, we really felt the passage into the “modern era” and another class of problems in Las Terrenas.

Our girls, Alison and Lara, used to play every day in the river that comes out just before the Fishermen´s Village and, in a really short time, that was no longer possible. The real estate market brought a lot of people to the town and with them came a new phenomenon for the area, pollution.

For us as a family an important date was the 1st June, 1992, our wedding day. It was a fantastic party for everyone in Las Terrenas at the time, everyone came. Papón prepared one of his famous pigs on a spit and every-

one had a brilliant time.

Anny: “I also remember that, to round off and add a romantic touch Helène got one of the fishermen´s yawls and put it into the pool at the hotel. The idea was like a gondola but it didn´t bring good luck because the following day the police arrested her for robbery...

One of the biggest parties…

Anny: “For 3 or 4 years we organized a boules competition from Tropic to Paco Cabana. The whole thing was played out on the road which was still just sand. The police would block the “traffic” and there was a tricycle with a big ice box full of drinks that would follows us all day. We used to have a great time!”

René: “Another great party the one I organized for Coseco. He must have been nearly 100 years old by then, even he wasn´t sure, he wasn´t even registered at birth. So, at the event, which was sponsored by Luz y Fuerza and Banco del Progreso, there was another musician from Nagua. That must have been in 2000 or 2001.

40 years is a lifetime spent in a town in full development, with many changes and many revolutions and, at the same time your family growing up... How did you manage to balance these strong currents?

What really helped us was being really close as a couple and being the set point for each other. It also helped getting back to France for two months in the summer. That´s the way we wanted it for the grandparents and

René and Anny in front of the old Fishermen´s Village.

The unforgettable Hotel Tropic Banana in all its glory. the kids, so they could get to see each other and so they could get to know a different world to the one here.

Every year, Las Terrenas attracts lots of tourists as well as many who want to settle here. What attracts them?

It has always been the nature and the style of life to attract people, what happens is that later they look for “business” but more often than not, the two things do not go in the same direction.

Hope for Las Terrenas?

What we hope is for better management of the impact on the environment. We can no longer ignore addressing problems like deforestation, waste and pollution in general.

Last Sunday we took a trip to the dump, you can imagine. We wondered why we weren´t seeing the smoke from burning the dump so went to find out for ourselves. We were positively surprised. It was actually quite tidy, nothing like it used to be years ago. They are separating plastics from the organic waste and they´ve also put in PVC pipes so the smell goes upwards We think more respect and better education in the tourism industry is necessary.

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VALCAOBA

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Aimed at providing luxury home with an outstanding quality-price ratio this project proves to have quite a few arrows in its quiver.

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hink of a gated community with lush green areas, a pool area, gardens, a play ground, BBQ, lobby-reception, business center and Paris Salon Spa. Now, chose from a selection of apartments with studied, contemporary lines ranging in size from 40 m² to 150 m². Slot them into two L-shaped buildings with a sophisticated and intelligent design, fitted with the latest building

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and technological features.

Put all that on 3.200 m² of grounds where the peace and quiet and natural beauty of the surrounds and the closeness of every type of amenity are just some of its essential commercial features.

Add to that a really interesting location because Las Terrenas is shaping up to be the most attractive tourist destination in the Dominican Republic.

The project will have 26 apartments designed as second homes or rental properties.

The result is one the most profitable secure real estate investments on the market today: Valcaoba.

Providing homes to the highest quality standards is one of the strengths of Valcao-

ba residential complex: carefully selected “Premium� materials, the highest standards of finishes and equipment in aluminum, stainless steel and glass for strength and easy maintenance; all of European origin.

Valcaoba proposes a variety of styles in interior decorating packages devised by renowned designers so that buyers can chose the one best suited to their tastes and needs so their apartment is delivered, insamana 31

Permanent drinking water, solar power, moderate condominium expenses, common gas and an interesting rental pool program... are just some of the many services available. keys in hand, at the best prices on offer by the developer.

The absolute seriousness of this project is evident once again in the delivery times

that well defined and guaranteed, with delivery to the owners foreseen by the end of December 2016.

The building contractor has a long professional history mainly in the south east of the country (Punta Cana, Bรกvaro) and was chosen for his competence and capability in terms of luxury holiday home developments.

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PUBLI-REPORT The project was approved by Confotur (The National Tourism Council) under an interesting investment act for promoting the area because it introduces important regulations on environmental protection and preservation while allowing many attractive tax benefits for investors.

Another fundamental aspect is the management of the apartments through a rental pooling system. Owners can enjoy their apartments during the holidays and

rent them throughout the rest of the year.

The developer will take care of the management and all related services.

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LIFE STYLE

Du Cot茅 de Cos贸n Facing the ocean,

the interior of the house reflects intimacy, reminiscent a life rich in experiences.

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ome encounters are unforgettable and that is the case with Yvan and Marzia, they opened the doors of their home to us with an unparalleled welcome.

Settled in Dominican Republic for a long time now, and after several years spent in a wonderful colonial villa which they restored and converted into a hotel, the couple took on a new challenge: to build a house from scratch, their little Eden on their favorite beach, Cos贸n beach.

Their style has changed, morphed, modernized and is now very much inspired by 50麓s America and the Palm Springs villas of that era, characterized by lighter structures, consistently cutting edge (as good as any contemporary style framework).

It is a wise miscellany of their sixty years of life, travel and friendship.

A mixture of genres and a haven of peace suggesting a quiet lifestyle, a fondness for coziness, although they did confess that they designed this delicate nest just for the two of them, a little selfishly perhaps!

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LIFE STYLE

Here we are, right from the first moment, thrown into their world, their passions. In the blink of an eye, we are dancing to their rhythm...

The entrance is clearly Japanese inspired, with its bridge and gateway and the “koi” carp reaching out to us.

The bridge symbolizes the passage between different eras, different worlds...

The feeling of humility, culture, art and respect for the materials collected around the country is strong.

The star feature of the soapstone paved courtyard is a giant fish decorated by Marzia, as if fresh from the pond at the entrance.

Jamito stone clads the foyer walls, where copies of some German and Haitians masters and a collection of Taino figurines are arranged.

Through a square skylight in the courtyard roof we catch a glimpse of the first floor hallways, an opening that weaves a link between past and future, between life and dreams.

Further on, having glanced at the re-interpretation of “The lost ear of Van Gogh” by artist Alain Jacquet, the stairs, clad in zebralike wood paneling and Bonao bluestone, lead us to the upper floors. insamana 37

LIFE STYLE

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reeting the iguana in his glass habitat on the way, we enter the main room, den and work place for Yvan who never stops creating, inventing, thinking...

A round opening frames the horizon, reminding us once again of the villas in the Californian desert. The space is comfortable and warm. Pieces known by design connoisseurs are scattered here and there: an Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, a leather Beserra chair. A sudden desire to sit down, open your ears and just listen to the sea, life, turmoil, the flood of stories...

To the right, the bathroom is a blend of Japanese sketches, wood essences and contemporary forms, resulting in a successful delicate association, practical, welcoming and stylish.

In the middle of this home characterized by rather classic tones, the living room sofas burst with color, their liveliness reminding us of our host Marzia´s origins.

On the terrace, which also serves as a dining room, lulled by the purring of the ocean and that particular salty aroma, time stands still... local wood from the geometry tree reins everywhere, and not far from there, a bit withdrawn, you can hear the sound of the swimming pool waterfall, based on the Japanese Nagano principle of natural pools of warm water.

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Of course, we can´t forget one of the most important rooms in the house: the kitchen, spacious, functional, a true laboratory.

From the lady of the house´s privileged sanctuary soon comes a huge variety of delicacies and Asian flavors of yesteryear to delight our taste buds.

Over the years, Yvan has collected some small paintings, drawings and photos, memories of his life´s journey with his bubbly Italian companion. Yvan designed the room but Marzia added her eccentric, feminine, generous touches and original collages.

The artist´s eye is everywhere. His and her touches are recognizable in every corner.

A Campana Brothers style chair bursting with cuddly toys.

A simple giant root becomes a sculpture and changes face depending on the light and the perspective.

Most definitely a place to live, although it takes a while to soak it all in.

Fortes: a house that resembles its owners.

Cleverness: availing of materials and the know-how of local artisans.

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PUBLI-REPORT

LAS OLAS An exclusive project in a far out place: breathtaking Playa Bonita

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hey say paradise is a state of mind and that some places have special powers to make us feel at one with the universe, where man and nature easily converge in a natural cosmic order.

Breathtakingly beautiful, Playa Bonita beguiles us with its magic, like the sirens of Ulysses, luring us with promises of healing our body and soul to then grip us in a hold that is hard to break away from..

The waves are a faรงade to an untiring sea coming to rest on the shoreline of this heavenly beach. The magnificent views seem to have a solid majestic like a natural cathedral.

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The projects´ eight villas celebrate the charm of their surroundings by incorporating the landscape with the houses, for example, the use of wood that permeates not only the landscape, lined with lush vegetation and bright green lawn down to the sea, but also in the rooms, showcasing this outstanding material in both the floors and ceiling.

On the ground floor the living room, dining room and kitchen meld into one space. By opening onto the rest of the living room and dining room, the kitchen is very practical and allows you entertain your guests at home while preparing the food.

The porch, the bedroom verandas or the pool, with its wonderful wooden deck, are the best places to relax and fully appreciate the serenity that contemplating any natural scene instills in us.The blue of both sky and sea creates a bright atmosphere and the sun and salt do the rest.

A holiday here, even a short one, might make you not want to leave again.

Las Olas Luxury Villas José Francisco Peña Gómez, Playa Bonita, Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 829 669-6096

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Théodore Chassériau

École Française

PUBLI-REPORT

The Management Committee (representing the parents) and the School Principal

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Las Terrenas French School

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as Terrenas is proud to have the Théodore Chassériau School, a center of education with an international vocation open to all nationalities and cultures.

This school year, 2015-16, there are 152 students from 13 different countries, meaning 32% of the students are not French.

The school provides bilingual education by simultaneously teaching in two languages within the context of both cultures, French and Dominican, introducing English as a third language from 8 years of age up.

Furthermore, the school is officially approved by the French Ministry for Education with respect to primary level and the first year of secondary level, guaranteeing compliance with the French educational system during these stages with the possibility of continuing education in another French High School anywhere around the world without sitting entry exams. Plans to secure approval for all levels (3rd, 4th and 5th grade, equivalent to 7th, 8th grade and 1st senior high) are in the pipeline for 2016. The school is a relatively small community, each class has an average of 14 pupils, ensuring the attention and follow up each child needs.

Modern and eco responsible Pupils have a large selection of texts in French, Spanish and English to choose from at the school´s library and can access them in their free time or take them home. In addition, over the last few years, the school has made great strides towards computerizing education by installing over 20 computers in one hall and is preparing to equip the classrooms with technological tools.

This year a solar powered system was installed making the school fully independent in terms of electricity. This ensures uninterrupted conditions needed to work and study as well as serving as a first hand example of environmental awareness for the children.

All 18 teachers are experienced professionals and are subject to annual inspections by the AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad), while education in Spanish and English is guaranteed by highly qualified teachers who are Dominicans and/or trained in the USA, respectively.

Similarly, great attention is paid to the teachers´ ongoing education and each year they receive teacher training in several disciplines.

From a legal point of view, the school is a non- profit association, constituted by a 7-member parents committee which guarantees proper management of the school while the AEFE guarantees the uniformity of standards required of all French schools.

A widely believed myth is that the school is very expensive. However, the rates are lower than those at the French High School in Santo Domingo. One thing is sure, it is the best investment in your child´s future.

The AEFE Network* The French teaching model is unique in the world because of its reach, with around 500 overseas facilities in 136 countries, 13 of which are scattered throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, forming a network of single standard, quality teaching. Innovative, open to the language and culture of the host country, the teaching meets the requirements of the development of multilingualism, a pedagogy focused on the success of everyone and a demand for excellence that has been proven by its 100% higher diploma success rate.

Its main focuses are the aspects of education (behavior, respect for the individual, human values, self-esteem, orientation towards questioning, among other values), with the conviction that notions must be based on the intelligence and ability of each individual, with an active attitude towards knowledge. Any school can teach ideas, but basic values and critical thinking are tools for life.

A brief interview with School Principal Bertrand Artignan

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aving directed a French school in Lebanon, Principal Artignan acquired a solid experience in France, San Salvador, Colombia, Brazil and Chile. A recent arrival to Las Terrenas, his mission is to consolidate and develop the Théodore Chassériau School.

What will you personally contribute to the school?

I want to build an educational program where each member of the community can find a space and a reason to be.

Cultivate the feeling of belonging, an institutional culture based on trust and solidarity. I want us all to feel proud of belonging to this institution.

What will the main issues be during your office?

Improve outward communications, involve more Dominican and foreign families, increase the computer equipment and new technology practices, emphasize English more, professionalize teaching more and improve everyone´s work areas.

How can you educate a child for a future that we can´t even imagine?

By fostering the same values as always: effort, honesty, respect for others and for oneself, curiosity, the ability to share with others, awareness of the importance of protecting the earth, knowing the difference between useful and futile.

Although you only arrived recently, have you noticed anything particular about the kids in this school?

Their willingness and great desire to learn and their trust and respect for adults.

*French public entity under the guardianship of the French Foreign Ministry

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Las Terrenas Sailing Club I

Full Speed Ahead!

f you fancy or are already passionate about sailing then Las Terrenas Sailing Club at the end of Playa Las Ballenas is an absolute must.

As their website states, the club´s mission is to promote sailing and train sailors who know and respect the principles of safety at sea and the sporting spirit and to help boys and girls from all social backgrounds to practice this sport in the hope that, later on, they can excel as competitors and people.

Sailing into the wind, with no sound of engines, is one of the best ways to enjoy a day at sea, completely at one with nature. Fun can easily turn into a passion, an almost addictive pastime.

What are the ingredients for all this? A fantastic bay with almost perfect climatic conditions, a strong love of the sea and sailing and the will and joy of transmitting it to others... Nothing more, nothing less!

Initially founded in 2006 by a small group of enthusiasts, including former Swiss champion Pierre Fehlman, Las Terrenas Sailing Club became a nonprofit foundation in 2009 and since then has grown and diversified its objectives to become more and more professional.

This is why Las Terrenas Sailing Club organizes courses for all the public, from young kids all the way up to adults, for groups and individuals alike. During the school holidays it offers a 5 day camp for boys and girls (although they could do with a few more girl member in the club) on the Optimist, a small sail boat that really

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were hoping for... skills that are useful throughout life.

gives you the feeling of complete control. It is the perfect starting point for future champions.

The Club has a great fleet of crafts suitable for both lessons and to rent, including kayaks, Hobie Cats and single hulls and all the equipment necessary for a fantastic sailing experience.

The best thing about this club is that it proposes the sport as an educational tool that transforms. The kids really enjoy new experiences and enriching their knowledge of so many different things, like climate, wind, waves, respect for nature... while developing other skills like decision making, communication and working as a team.

They also learn to handle their emotions, especially during competitions, whether they win or they don´t get the results they

In effect, the club encourages its members to enter national and international regattas and every year organizes its own competition sponsored by the Dominican Sailing Federation.

This year the grand regatta in Las Terrenas was held on 2nd and 3rd of May, coloring the bay with sails from clubs throughout the country and providing a fabulous celebration of the sea and the sport for the whole town.

The biggest achievement of this foundation, so far, is to have created a healthy, international sporting environment where children learn, dream and have fun. Could you ask for more?

New partners, members and visitors always welcome.

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DESIGN

The Smell of the Sea From the depths of the ocean comes a surprising invigorating world of bright fresh colors to use in exotic aquatic decoration... let the seaside into your home.

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he style surfs the positive waves from floor to ceiling, uplifting the spirit and harmonizing spaces.

Combined with white, it creates a peaceful atmosphere synonymous with relaxation and escape. Together, they are the perfect duo for healthy, vibrant, comforting living spaces.

A bold spectrum of blues combined with neutral shades add visual coherency between walls and furniture and livens up the space... while off white, beige, taupe, coffee and even grey mixed with a hint of orange, yellow or red can pick up the pace.

Simple and elegant, the “seaside� style skillfully combines natural tones and materials in pure simple lines.

To add a more chic touch, we have chosen a more modern version playing with shades of grayish white and accessorized with old fashioned or reinvented objects like fishing nets turned into magazine racks or an old log that becomes a shelf... Sometimes, by simply evoking the trend but not actually displaying it you can create a contemporary atmosphere.

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A bold spectrum of blues combined with neutral shades add visual coherency between walls and furniture

Off white, beige, taupe, coffee and even grey mixed with a hint of orange, yellow or red can pick up the pace

The tone is defined by the colors nature invokes and the use of materials like wood and stone, all enlivened by a minimalist style, where soft curves are accentuated by the combination of natural and semi-matt wood. A unique world, where the decor is made up of beautiful, smooth natural raw materials.

Cotton matched with linen to blend in with the envi-

ronment making them perfect for both living room and bedroom.

The wrinkled flowing appearance lightens spaces and instills a sense of serenity. We also mix natural fibers like cane, rope and twine, wicker and driftwood with rattan, teak or pine furniture. Beautiful comfortable benches, tables and cupboards in reclaimed wood, lacquered or with a patina finish. A shade of gray or an aged effect can ennoble materials and the textures and character are highlighted by stripping and staining. Adhesives, stencils, metal numbers and enameled plates customize furniture and when dotted about the place, embellish the interior, creating a timeless atmosphere.

Loved and feared for its violent rages, the sea has mysterious powers. On the one hand it beguiles the navigator and the other it is an extraordinary place of adventure and discovery, evoking an incredible sense of freedom...

Don´t wait to hoist the sails on timeless decoration.

Blue prevails as guest of honor in the Pantone 2015 color chart and immerses us, body and soul, in the atmosphere of the tropics

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HEALTH

Drinking water produced, packaged and commercialized in the Dominican Republic

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rinking water in the Dominican Republic is produced and commercialized in several forms: in packets (plastic bags), small plastic bottles (about 400 ml on average), bottles of a capacity between 1 and 2 liters o in carboys (“botellones�) composed of polycarbonate (5 gallons or 18.9 liters). These are generally used for domestic water dispensers.

From the origins of water to the treatment and disinfection processes Where does the raw water used to produce drinking water, that will then be bottled, come from?

It usually comes from more or less deep boreholes, protected from external pollution. In some cases, water deposits can be sources or natural outbreaks collected and preserved. Surface water (from rivers) is never used to make bottled water because it is a resource too vulnerable to pollution and storm water runoff.

How are these raw water treated?

The treatment takes place in several successive steps. Initially the water is chlorinated in a main tank of raw water. It is a pre-chlorination. This pre-chlorination is a sanitary disinfection reflex that has however its limits. Indeed, if there is organic matter present in the raw water, the initial chlorination may generate chlorine byproducts called THMs (in particular chloroform). These are, unfortunately, harmful to health and unmeasured in the Dominican Republic. In Europe, pre-chlorination is prohibited since the 80s.

The second step is to filter the water on different filter media: sand - to clarify the water -, activated carbon - to adsorb specific odors or flavors, and capture the potential THM

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produced by the pre-chlorination -or even ion exchange resins- to soften particularly calcareous water.

The third treatment step is to move those prepared waters on sophisticated units for membrane filtration, requiring a lot of energy.

Generally it is reverse osmosis.This technique consists of forcing the water and its dissolved solutes to pass through a membrane. Thus the produced water contains, generally, very few minerals as trace elements are filtered.

Other treatment methods such as ultrafiltration (UF) can be used in some water plants.

UF is, as reverse osmosis, a membrane separation technique.

How is water disinfected?

After treating the water, it is necessary to ensure its innocuousness, especially from a microbiological point of view (viruses, bacteria and parasites). Generally, after the treatment is carried out, the produced water is safe.

However, since the produced water is stored and transported through pipes before being bottled, it is convenient to disinfect it to prevent any re-contamination. For this, different techniques are used and are complementary: ultraviolet (punctual disinfecting action), and ozonation (disinfecting action effective in time) are generally used in drinking water packaging stations in the Dominican Republic.

How is water bottled?

Techniques greatly depend on the scale of the plant concerned. In the Dominican Republic there are 67 bottled water production companies just in the territory of the National District and the city of Santo Domingo.

There are 77 in the rest of the country. What should be remembered is that bottled water producers are usually large plants with very

modern automated technologies for this phase of work. The vast majority of small and medium Dominican companies only produce water in carboys (“botellones”) or packets (plastic bags). For this, they use small units with one or two conveyors and semi-automated filling units. For bagging water, small filling units and heat sealing are used.

Discussion on the quality of the water produced The quality of the water produced depends on many parameters.

- The type of packaging: packets (plastic bags) or “funditas de agua” are the type of packaging most exposed to risks of microbiological contamination. Whether at the bagging plant itself, or in terms of commercialization and consumption, this product has inherently high risks of bacterial contamination.

Regarding “botellones”, they must be purchased, in a privileged way, in clean commercial areas where consumption flows are maxima, so as to optimize the chances of having a recently produced water.

Indeed, traceability is not a rule for all water producers in the Dominican Republic and it is very rare to find the bottling date on “botellones”. Bottles remain a safe bet with controlled storage in commercial areas with substantial sales flow.

- The brand: according to brands, the quality is very variable. Unfortunately, the consumer does not have many points of reference at this level. Indeed, only one Dominican brand (out of 144!) has a certificate of the United States’ Foods and Drugs Administration (FDA) and of the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). The Dominican bottled water industry is thus very competitive. It has highly variable practices both in the mode of production (from artisanal to very industrial) than in terms of hygiene, including the maintenance of filtration equipment and the washing phase of the “botellones”. Business practices are also very different in the country. The Ministry of Public Health is therefore quite overwhelmed in this industrial sector,

despite the intensification of controls and legal requirements more stringent for producers.

Finally, water in “botellones”, the most consumed in the country in view of the drinking water supply problems that we know, are vulnerable in many ways: Intrinsically, these reverse osmosis-purified waters have very low mineralization, implying the need for a perfectly balanced diet to overcome the shortage of minerals that water should normally bring.

Moreover, the handling of the “botellones”, their storage (in dust usually), the residence time of water within these packages, and then the handling at the point of consumption are all factors making vulnerable the sanitary quality of these waters. Ultimately, the Achilles heel of the industry is also based on the cleaning of the “botellones” in some small production units.

Tips: 1. Never consume water from packets (plastic bags).

2. Favor, if you can afford it (because it is an expensive product), bottled water.

3. If you drink water from “botellones”, adopt a balanced diet and, once a year, do a cure of minerals if you feel tired.

4. When buying, look for points of sale where there are substantial trade flows to be sure to have a newly commercialized water. These sales points must keep “botellones” away from the sun and protected from external contaminants (dust, humidity, heat, etc.). Similarly, take recent “botellones”, not opaque and not scratched.

5. Before putting it in the water dispenser, wash your hands and use a disinfectant gel.

Then pass a chlorinated sponge over the entire “botellón”.

6. Disinfect regularly you water dispenser using a chlorinated sponge.

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directorio Intro Página 9 Xeliter www.xeliter.com Aligio Apart-Hotel & Spa Calle 27 de Febrero Tel. (1) 809 240-6977 Good Food Nuestra Señora de El Carmen, Centro Colonial Tel. (1) 809 240-5619, Cel. (1) 829 285-0260 www.goodfoodlasterrenas.com Kaya Energy Group Calle de la Libertad, 14 Beach Garden Plaza Cel. (1) 849 875-1725 www.kayaenergy.com Página 10 Dolci Coccole Plaza Creole Cel. (1) 829 705-5156 Soho Beach Bar & Grill Pueblo de los Pescadores Tel. (1) 809 240-5311 www.sohobeachbargrill.com O. P. I. Nail Bar Nuestra Señora del Carmen Tel. (1) 809 240-9443 Côté Soleil Casa Linda Cel. (1) 809 869-0160

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Villas Mareva Página 12

Valcaoba Página 30

Las Terrenas Sailing Club Página 46

Las Terrenas (Samaná) Cel. (1) 829 898-9950 infos@ villas-las-terrenas.com www.villas-las-terrenas.com

Oficina de venta Beach Garden Plaza, Las Terrenas Tel. (1) 809 240-6492 Cel. (1) 809 909-2135 info@valcaoba.com www.valcaoba.com

Playa Las Ballenas, Río Maricó Teléfonos: (1) 809 989-7778, (1) 829 978-4638 ltsailingclub@gmail.com www.lasterrenassailing.com

Epyos Beauty & Spa Página 16

Aligio Apart-Hotel & Spa Las Terrenas (Samaná) Tel. (1) 809 240-6898 Facebook: epyos-beauty-spa Monserrat II Página 18

Abra Grande, Las Terrenas Grupo King-Soto Tel. (1) 809 234-9301 Cel. (1) 809 697-9301 info@grupokingsoto.com www.grupokingsoto.com Casa Moda Página 24

Nuestra Señora de El Carmen Las Terrenas (Samaná) Tel. (1) 809 240-6336 Cel. (1) 809 860-9118 casa-moda@claro.net.do

Du Côté de Cosón Página 34

Decoración Página 48

Cel. (1) 809 861-6288 casacoson@yahoo.fr Texto: Clarisse Piveteau Taller Design, Tel (1) 829 589-9150 tallerdesignrd@gmail.com

Be Design Plaza Rosada, n°10 Las Terrenas (Samaná) Elsa Charlier Cel. (1) 809 968-4036 www.bedesign-lasterrenas.com

Las Olas Luxury Villas Página 40

Salud Página 50

Playa Bonita Las Terrenas (Samaná) Tel. (1) 809 240-6417 facebook: lasolasplayabonita Ecole Française Página 42

Monte Adentro, Las Terrenas Cel. (1) 829 554-8033 esc.francesa@yahoo.fr www.ecolefrancaiselasterrenas.com

Nicolas Brehm Tecmalab Tel. (1) 809 862-0485, Cel. (1) 809 817-7764 nicolas.brehm@wanadoo.fr www.tecmalab.com

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Following the success of Monserrat I, the King-Soto Group now presents Monserrat II, one of the best real estate opportunities available today in Las Terrenas.

Prices and financing to suit your budget.

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