As leaders of day the we had to wake up at 5 am to get ready, and wake everyone else up by 7 am in time for breakfast. For breakfast we had some Dominican scrambled eggs with toast accompanied by peanut butter, jelly, and butter on the side. As soon as we finished breakfast, the group was split in to two, and got on the safari, and headed on our way to the waterfall known as ” Aquas Blancas”. During the car trip, many of us enjoyed great scenery, and views that were very refreshing. Before reaching our destination at the waterfalls, we stopped at a short distance away from the waterfall, and took a quick hike so the group could enjoy different perspectives of the waterfall, and take pictures as they wished. After that, we headed straight for the waterfalls, and changed into our bathing suits. We took turns going into the water, and enjoyed the awesome experience. Aside from that we also took pictures of one another again. After spending sometime in the cold, but beautiful water, we left back for the hotel. Upon arriving at the hotel, we quickly gathered our things, and packed our lunch and headed to the Divino nino. There, we ate packed lunch which was beans with rice, beef, and boiled vegetables. After a wonderful meal, we hiked for another 10 minutes up to the monument where we bought gifts for our loved ones, and listened to an influential speech by Antonio a two time cancer survivor, and the monument owner. After the speech, we took pictures on the on the monument, and once again enjoyed the beautiful view of Constanza. Many of felt touched by the presence of Divino Nino. Next, we came back to the hotel, and prepared for tutoring classes. We had a delightful time teaching kids, and exchanging knowledge. At the end of the day we learned many valuable lessons, one that stood out was understanding the importance of sustainable tourism. Although there are many challenges to sustainable tourism, it creates many benefits for the community, and country itself, that it should be widely valued by.
2024 Trips
- T1A-BAY: Turrialba 1 6-5-2024
- JA1A-BAY: Jarabacoa 1 6-6-2024
- TA1A-BAY
(formerly RB1A): Las Tablas 1 6-7-2024 - JD1A-CHI
(formerly RB2A): Juan Dolio 1 6-10-2024 - T2A-BAY: Turrialba 2 6-10-2024
- JA2A-BAY: Jarabacoa 2 6-12-2024
- T3A-CHI: Turrialba 3 6-13-2024
- C1A-LA: Constanza 1 6-17-2024
- CH1A-BAY: Chitre 1 6-17-2024
- SP1A-BAY (formerly RB3A): San Pedro 1 6-18-2024
- TA2A-CHI
(formerly CH2A): Las Tablas 2 6-18-2024 - C2A-BAY: Constanza 2 6-20-2024
- T1B-WM: Turrialba 1 6-24-2024
- JA1B-CHI: Jarabacoa 1 6-24-2024
- TA1B-BAY
(formerly RB1B): Las Tablas 1 6-24-2024 - JD1B-NYC
(formerly RB2B): Juan Dolio 1 6-28-2024 - T2B-BAY: Turrialba 2 6-28-2024
- T3B-LA: Turrialba 3 7-1-2024
- JA2B-BAY: Jarabacoa 2 7-1-2024
- C1B-NYC: Constanza 1 7-5-2024
- CH1B-BAY: Chitre 1 7-5-2024
- H1B-NYC (formerly RB3B): Heredia 1 7-8-2024
- TA2B-LA (Leadership Trip)
(formerly CH2B): Las Tablas 2 7-8-2024 - C2B-WM: Constanza 2 7-9-2024
- T1C-NYC: Turrialba 1 7-12-2024
- JA1C-BAY: Jarabacoa 1 7-12-2024
- TA1C-CHI (Leadership Trip)
(formerly RB1C): Las Tablas 1 7-12-2024 - JD1C-LA (formerly RB2C): Juan Dolio 1 7-16-2024
- T2C-CHI: Turrialba 2 7-17-2024
- T3C-BAY: Turrialba 3 7-19-2024
- JA2C-NYC: Jarabacoa 2 7-19-2024
- C1C-NYC: Constanza 1 7-23-2024
- CH1C-WM: Chitre 1 7-23-2024
- SP1C-BAY (formerly RB3C): San Pedro 1 7-26-2024
- TA2C-NYC (formerly CH2C): Las Tablas 2 7-26-2024
- C2C-CHI: Constanza 2 7-26-2024
- T1D-BAY: Turrialba 1 7-30-2024
- JA1D-CHI: Jarabacoa 1 7-31-2024
- TA1D-NYC
(formerly RB1D): Las Tablas 1 8-1-2024 - JD1D-WM
(formerly RB2D): Juan Dolio 1 8-2-2024 - T2D-NYC (GK): Turrialba 2 8-6-2024
- JA2D-WM: Jarabacoa 2 8-7-2024
- T3D-NYC: Turrialba 3 8-8-2024
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It sounds so fun I am glad that everyone have a good time. Thanks for sharing be happy and safe
PS.love you and miss you a lot Massuda
Seems like it was absolutely time for an Adventure Fun Day. I can’t wait to see those pictures!
P.S. Love you lots, Mayita!
Sounds like a fun day exploring the waterfalls and learning the benefits of eco turism
Sofia, all family back here miss you tremendously and they are always talking about you. Everyone sends their love to you !
Have lots of fun !
Dad, Mom, Frida and Diego
ps. We are going to the Casa de Toño tomorrow with Dad’s family 😉
What’d you get us Maya D? I know this trip is showing me my daughter can indeed get out of bed before 10! Who knew? Can’t wait to see pics!
Love you kid!
Hola mi amor!!! Monse sueña que están teniendo un magnífico viaje y se lo merecen aunque te extraño bastante,,, Silicon Valley no se mira igual sin ti!!! Cuídate mucho y diviértete te lo mececes mi amor…
Victor quien tanto te quiere
Hi Grace,
Thank you to everyone for their blogs and insights on your daily adventures. We are learning so much about the Dominican Republic through you. I can’t wait to hear more when you get home.
Love,
Grammie
Hi Mya.. I hope your well.
The water and waterfalls must be beautiful.!!
I’m so glad to hear all of your adventures everyday.. You guys are amazing..!!
We miss you.
Love you
see you soon xoxoxoxo
Dad and Jenn