Sports fishing – needless to say, the area’s pristine turquoise blue waters invite sports fishing expeditions. Guests at Cap Cana who are already yacht owners (or have friends who own one) are at a distinct advantage in venturing into the open seas to catch sports fish (with such events often organized from Cap Cana’s marina). […]
Cueva Taina – this is an underwater cave located near “Imagine” nightclub in Bávaro. This cave was named for the country’s aboriginal inhabitants (the Taino Indians). The Taino settled in this area where the cave is located and used it as their drinking water source. Tour guides like “Pelicano Water Sports” (809-729-4242) can arrange dives […]
Bird watchers vsiting this site will likely be interested in learning about the Ridgway Hawk (Buteo ridgwayi) — which is found only in the Dominican Republic and is one of the rarest animals in the world. With a total population of just 300 remaining individuals in the wild, the Ridgway Hawk is highly threatened with […]
This area cannot be called a luxury enclave unless it offered golf. PCRC has three golf courses: “La Cana” and “Corales” (both of which are seaside and designed by golf architect Pete Dye), and “Hacienda” which is further inland. Cap Cana has the seaside “Punta Espada” golf course (designed by golfer Jack Nicklaus). The […]
For nature enthusiasts, Manati Park, located within the Bávaro area, is a family-friendly theme park with an incredible landscape of wonderful gardens overflowing with orchids and tropical plants. Manati Park offers horse, parrot, dolphin and sea lion shows, restaurants, local crafts and souvenir shops. Also, its “Taino Village” is a unique reconstruction of the culture […]
Oro Nightclub (Hard Rock Punta Cana. Blvd. Turístico del Este, km. 28 #74, Macao) – located within the relatively new resort “Hard Rock Punta Cana”, located at Macao beach (which is northwest of Bávaro), “Oro” is aiming to be the top nightspot in the Bávaro área. Its posh interior is reminiscent of similar venues in […]
Imagine Punta Cana (Cruce Carretera Coco Loco a Friusa) – located within the Bávaro resort areas, this is a nightclub inside of a cave (similar to “Guácara Taína” in the capital), with a small castle acting as its entrance. Much of the music leans toward House and Trance music (using both local talent, as well […]
Stellaris Casino (L.G. Smith Blvd. 101, Oranjestad) — this casino excites the senses with its all day entertainment options, open 24 hours and located at a luxuriously renovated Aruba Marriott Resort. Enjoy premier gaming experience in a Vegas-style casino, featuring 28 gaming tables, including Craps, Roulette, Let it Ride Poker, Three Card Poker, Caribbean Stud […]
Tierra del Sol (Tierra del Sol Resort, Spa & Country Club Aruba, Caya di Solo 10) – this course, located within a luxury resort at the island’s northwest tip, is Aruba’s only championship golf course. The 18-hole, par-71 course was designed by Robert Trent Jones II, taking advantage of the rugged local topography.
The Casino at the Radisson (J.E. Irausquin Blvd #81, Palm Beach) — includes the largest variety of table games on the island such as traditional Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Caribbean Stud Poker, and the newer Let It Ride Bonus, Three Card Poker, Four Card Poker, World Series Texas Hold’Em and Wildcard Blackjack. The Casino also has […]