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Rodolfo &
Molly-Ann
Jarabacoa, Dominican
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Rodolfo &
Molly-Ann
Jarabacoa, Dominican
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HOUSE FOR RENT - MONTH OF AUGUST 2007 - $335
Everything Included
DESCRIPTION: Dominican style house with two bedrooms. Everything included. Also: internet service for laptop, TV (no cable, local Spanish stations only), DVD player, VHS, wide movie selection of DVDs & videos. Telephone for local calls.
ABOUT JARABACOA: There are two famous sayings regarding Jarabacoa: One speaks of its "eternal primavera" or eternal Spring. This explains the other one: "God lives in all parts, but He sleeps in Jarabacoa." Jarabacoa's year-round spring-like weather is pleasantly warm in the day but can range from cool to quite chilly at night, promising a good night's sleep. This attracts visitors not only from abroad , but from towns across the Dominican Republic
ACTIVITIES: river
rafting, horseback riding, swimming/waterfalls, canyoning, etc.
CONTACT: Molly-Ann@usa.net
A LITTLE ABOUT THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
The Dominican Republic shares the Island of Hispañola
with Haiti. It covers two-thirds of the island, making the Dominican
Republic the second largest country in the Caribbean, Cuba being the largest.
The Dominican Republic is one of the world's most
geographically diverse nations for its size; climatic zones range from
desert-like plains to lush tropical valleys to cool
pine forests found on high mountain peaks, such as in Jarabacoa.
The little town of Jarabacoa, where the Tropical
Mountain Bed & Breakfast is located,
is a direct 2½ - 3 hour ride from Santo Domingo. It is situated on a
mountain range located in the province of La Vega. This is an excellent
place to come for horseback riding, camping, mountain climbing, hiking river
rafting, and seeing the country's most beautiful waterfalls.
ABOUT JARABACOA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Although
Jarabacoa is in the mountains, it is seated amongst and surrounded by even
higher mountains and hills, some
reaching into the clouds. Traveling up these mountains, one has a
breathtaking view of the little village below, and sky to sky hills, valleys,
rivers, pine trees, and gardens.
In the "campos"
or the country, one sees the
"campesinos" or poor country people working in the fields harvesting yucca,
rice, and "tayota." Some gather roses, orchids and other flowers that grow
in Jarabacoa's extensive gardens. At noontime, everyone goes home for the
two-hour "siesta" to rest from the morning's activities, and eat with the
family. Some return to quaint thatch roofed houses made of palm wood,
others to mansions surrounded by exotic gardens.
In
the old Indian language "Jarabacoa" means "Land of Many Waters." Rushing
rivers and beautiful cascades characterize Jarabacoa, and visitors enjoy a
variety of sports such as
swimming,
rafting and canyoning. The rivers are often speckled with women washing
the family's clothing and smacking them dry against the rocks.
There are two famous sayings about Jarabacoa. One speaks of its "eterna primavera" or eternal spring. This explains the other one, "God lives in all parts, but He sleeps in Jarabacoa." Jarabacoa's year-round spring-like weather is pleasantly warm in the day and can range from cool to quite chilly at night, promising a good night's sleep. This attracts visitors not only from abroad, but from towns across the Dominican Republic.
This rare species of parrot, the Amazona Ventralis,
can
be seen in the mountains of Jarabacoa. In the homes where it is found as a
pet, it is named "Cooka." It is an endangered species, and found only in
the Dominican Republic and Haiti, where it is even rarer as birds are eaten by
the poverty-stricken people there. In the Dominican Republic, it is caught
and sold to foreigners (although this is against the law) for the amount of
money it would take many very poor Dominicans to earn in two or three months
($200 U.S.).
MEETINGS:
(2
congregations)
Public Talk & Watchtower Study:
Saturday: 6:30PM-8:30PM
Sunday: 9:30AM-11:30AM
Book Study:
Tuesday: 7PM
Thursday: 6:30PM
Ministry School & Service Meeting:
Tuesday: 6:30PM-8:30PM
Thursday: 6:30PM-8:30PM
Meeting for field
service every morning [except Mondays] at 8:45 a.m. Once a week the
congregation preaches an entire day in "el campo"-- in the country, way up
in the mountains.
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THINGS TO DO IN JARABACOA
Swimming at Resort Pool in the
Dominican Alps
WATERFALL TOURS
Tour to little known and secluded waterfalls, the
most beautiful in Jarabacoa. Tour includes ride into mountains,
<--- Edward & Barbara - Miami
MOUNTAIN CLIMBING Visitors enjoy the ecological wonders of the uninhabited Bermuedez National Park on this challenging two or three-day climbing and camping trip through demanding terrain. This not-to-be-missed excursion is an incredible experience for those interested in seeing what tourists will never see of the Dominican Republic. Mules are used to assist in carrying provisions, and guides are provided to prepare meals as the trekkers make their way to the peak of the tallest mountains in the Caribbean, Pico Duarte. A brother oversees all of the arrangements and guides and accompanies the hikers through the whole experience. All inclusive, food, tents, sleeping bags, transportation, etc.
After a breakfast in buffet at the Adventure Center, a scenic 1-hour drive through the mountains to El Rio Yaque. An exciting 2½ hour ride down the country's most extensive river, El Rio Yaque, that doubles as a tour of Jarabacoa's mountains and valleys. Gorgeous scenery. Includes a native buffet lunch. All equipment (wet suit, life jackets, etc.) are provided. Also includes a midmorning snack along the river and a native buffet lunch upon returning to the Adventure Center. 3 Sisters from U.S.A.--->
MOUNTAIN TREKKING A relaxing guided 2-hour trek through easy terrain with unique views of the town of Jarabacoa. Sandwiches and juice provided.
CANYONING The adventurer gets not only to see some of Jarabacoa's falls, but to personally experience some "free falling" and scaling of the cliffs from which they cascade. Two and a half hours and includes a native buffet lunch.
QUAD RUNNING A fun ride on four wheel motorbikes over rough terrain to one of Jarabacoa's waterfalls. Swimming for as long as desired. Native buffet lunch included.
SWIMMING IN THE DOMINICAN ALPS An entire day relaxing, swimming, & sun-tanning at the beautiful Dominican Alps pool, high in the Dominican Alps surrounded by beautiful pines. Food/drinks available.
DOMINICAN ALPS CYCLING
One of the Dominican Republic’s challenging bike trips is cycling the Dominican Alps. You begin cycling at sea level, and then go into the mountains to heights of 5500 feet, and then cycle down to sea level again making for some long downhill sections where the coasting is great. The cycling trip can span some 295 km (185 miles) for enthusiastic cyclists!
The unique and panoramic landscape that the Dominican
Republic has to offer will dazzle you, as you look over a precipice to the sea
5500 feet below you. The cycling will make you glad you came, and the beautiful
scenery will make you never want to leave. BEST AIRPORT TO FLY INTO: SANTO DOMINGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SDQ) This is the best airport to fly into if you are traveling to Jarabacoa. If arrival into Santo Domingo is early afternoon, a taxi can be taken from airport to Caribe Tours Bus Station & a bus taken from there directly to Jarabacoa If flight arrival is too late for this bus, there is a bed and breakfast of Jehovah's witnesses 20-25 minutes from the airport where you can spend the night and catch the bus to Jarabacoa the next morning. Also it is not far from the Dominican Branch in case you'd like to visit Bethel before coming to Jarabacoa.
Information: The Dinamica Dallas Bed
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RodolfoCruzTransporte@gmail.com
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where
you will be dropped off with a picnic lunch (wine, cheese, chicken, etc.), for
your half hour hike through tropical scenery and breathtaking views of a roaring
river and waterfall. Swim at the river and waterfall for as long as
desired, and picked up at the time desired.
Two hours of leisurely horseback riding to one of
Jarabacoa's waterfalls. Swimming for as long as desired, and a native
buffet lunch before or after your ride.
