The Dominican
Republic is a Latin American country located in the Greater
Antilles archipelago on the Caribbean island of Hispaniola. It shares
a border with the Republic of Haiti, making it one of two Caribbean
islands that are split by two countries; the other is Saint-Martin/Sint
Maarten. Hispaniola is the second-largest of the Greater Antilles
islands, and lies west of Puerto Rico and east of Cuba and Jamaica.
Capital: Santo Domingo
Geography: 18,816 sq mi
Population: 9,760,000
Religion: Roman Catholic.
Language: Spanish.
Currency: Dominican
peso; US$ is widely accepted.
Time Zone: Atlantic/Eastern
Time Zone.
Electricity: 110/60Hz
Entry Requirements:
All U.S. Citizens and Canadian nationals, including infants, must
have a valid passport that is valid for six months past the
date of first entry into the Dominican Republic, and an onward or
return ticket. A visa is not required.
Getting There:
Travel Time to the Dominican Republic from: Los
Angeles: 10 hrs 2 min
Philadelphia: 3 hrs 40min
Washington DC: 3 hrs 42 min
New York: 4 hrs 5 min Chicago: 4 hrs 32 min Dallas: 6 hrs Miami: 2 hrs 20 min
Toronto: 4 hrs 15 min Vancouver: 9 hrs 45 min
Popular Shopping Items:
Jewelry, Amber
Perfume
Watches
Ceramics
Liquor, Rum
Mahogany
Rocking chairs
Coffee
Camera Equipment
Activities:
Scuba Diving
Snorkeling
Swimming
Sailing
Fishing
Parasailing
Kayaking
Baseball
Horse racing
Dog Racing
Horseback riding
Trap & Skeet Shooting
Golf
Polo
Casinos
Nightlife
Major Attractions:
Columbus
Square - statue of Christopher Columbus. Alcazar de Colon - 1514 castle built by Diego, Columbus'
son. Independence Park - place where independence was proclaimed
in 1844. Casa de Bastidas - museum of treasures from sunken ships. Puerto Plata - historical & resort city. Boca Chica & Juan Dolio - beaches. Museo de las Casas Reales - museum Ruinas Fuerte San Diego Reloj de Sol (Solar clock)
Iglesias y Conventos Casa de Campo - trap & skeet shooting
Travel
Seasons: Peak Season: Mid-December to Easter. Low Season: Easter to mid-December Spring Break: March & April Hurricane Season: June to November
Seasons:
Spring: Mar - May
Summer: June - August
Fall/Autumn: Sept - Nov
Winter: Dec - Feb
International
Travel Warehouse
Los Angeles, CA USA
Tel: 1.310.312.1116 info@itwusa.com
CST 2057034-40
Dreams La Romana
(formerly
Sunscape Casa Del Mar)
La Romana, Dominican Republic
Welcome to
Dreams La Romana!
Vacations at Dreams La Romana are totally a blast. Day and night, the fun never
stops for families, singles and couples. The beach, pools, manicured
gardens, and warm tropical breezes, fabulous á la carte
restaurants and tropical drinks are all part of your escape to
Unlimited-Fun in the sun!
Dreams La Romana is on the south east coast of the Dominican Republic, in the
La Romana area of Bayahibe, 20 minutes from the La
Romana International Airport, 75 minutes from the Punta Cana International
Airport, and 90 minutes from Santo Domingo International Airport.
Bayahibe, known throughout the world for the incredible golf at
the Casa de Campo (Teeth of the Dog) Golf Course is
just 30 minutes away.
Dreams La Romana puts the accent on family fun with spacious accommodations
and exciting activities in spectacular locations.
Dreams La Romana has it all and its all included. Enjoy sunny
beaches, shady palm groves, wild water sports, awesome entertainment,
clubs and activities for kids of all ages, and spectacular dining
and best of all, no worries, no reservations, no wristbands! Escape
to Dreams La Romana and have an amazing time with
family, friends and loved ones.
Unlimited-Fun®.
A new and better way to have it all.
Inclusions:
All day dining
No wristbands
Full breakfast,
lunch, dinner and snacks each day boasting seven restaurants
and seven bars
Theme parties,
ocean-front bars & entertainment venues
Unlimited natural
fruit juices and soft drinks
No reservations
at specialty restaurants
Live nightly
entertainment
Beach
private white sand beach and crystal clear waters
Explorers
Club with supervised activities for children 3-12
Daily activities
including dance lessons, rifle shooting, beach volleyball and
pool games, just to name a few!
Night-time entertainment
Outdoor theatre
Tennis clinics
All taxes &
gratuities
Fitness Center
Bicycles, Stairmaster, Treadmill, Nautilus equipment,
free weights & bar bells
Dreams La Romana offers an array of Land and Water Sports Activities, and Entertainment:
Basketball
Bocce-ball
Volleyball
Billiard
Darts
Ping pong
Lit Tennis
Courts
Horseback
riding ($)
Beach
Football
Bicycles
Croquet
Board
Games
Archery
Aerobics
Water
Aerobics
Yoga
Casino
nearby ($)
Mini Soccer
Tables
Badminton
Giant
Chess
Water
Volleyball
Catamarans
In pool
introduction to scuba diving
Kayaking
Snorkeling
Water
Cycles
Water
Trampoline
Spanish
Classes
Dancing
lessons
Cooking
Classes
Painting
Ceramics
Golf nearby
($)
Tennis Center
Our tennis center
staffed with trained professionals. Try your backhand on our 2 lighted soft courts. Tennis
professional is available for tournament play or private lessons.
(*extra fee for private lessons) Stop by our tennis center for
a full listing of the weekly tournaments and daily events.
Bicycle Center
Located adjacent
to our Tennis Center is our bicycle center for riding enthusiasts.
Open daily from 8am to 6pm, bicycles are provided for rides around
Bayahibe. Daily group tours are available. Stop by the
center for information on daily
events.
Stargazing Rock
n Roll Party
Now guests can
dance the night away to a live All-American rock n roll
band at our weekly Stargazing Rock n Roll beach parties.
Mingle around the bonfire on the beach, meet new friends or
lay back with an ice-cold beer and gaze at the stars through
beachfront telescopes. Great family fun!
Youth
Programs
The Explorer's
Club for kids is a fully supervised program for children ages
3-12 that will entertain the little ones with a different daily
program based on science, nature and exploration. The kids will
enjoy sandcastle competitions, arts & crafts, movies on
the beach on our big screen TV, ocean trampoline and our weekly
campout adventure!
Dreams La Romana is a blast with a variety of daytime activities offered
including treasure hunting, musical chairs, Olympic games, face
painting, Spanish lessons and making piñatas. One night
a week, kids have the opportunity to sleep in tents at the club
or on the beach, subject to parents approval.
Parents can relax
and enjoy their time alone because pagers will be provided in
case the child would like to contact them.
A full listing
of daily activities is posted in the Activities Center including
the nightly movie program.
Dining takes on a whole new meaning at Dreams La Romana with
several types of specialty restaurants to choose from, each offering
a unique experience and flare. Your Unlimited-Fun choices are
endless. Choose from our six à la carte restaurants and
one buffet style restaurant, no reservations needed!
World
Cafe
Main casual restaurant featuring a variety of local
and International cuisine, served in a buffet style.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress code:
breakfast and lunch is informal and dinner is casual.
Da Mario
You must experience the fresh, à la carte Italian
specialties that are both innovative and traditional.
Dress is casual elegance. No sandals
and shorts
allowed. Open for dinner only.
Asia Restaurant
Enjoy a delicious variety of Pan-Asian specialties
and cuisines. Dress is casual elegance.
Open for dinner only.
Seaside Grill
Serving a full array of grilled specialties.
Dress is casual elegance.
Open for dinner only.
Other
Dining Options
Snacks
Also serving snacks from 12 noon to 5PM
and late night snacks from 11PM to 7AM .
Pizzeria
Located in the pool area. Open for lunch.
Large, spacious
and well-equipped accommodations with poolside terraces or balconies
are among the many amenities included in your vacation. The resort
offers a selection of 751 comfortable and luxurious guest rooms.
A majority of the rooms provide full views of the Caribbean framed
by palm trees.
Supersaver
Guest Room
The bedding consists of 2 double beds or 1 king size bed. There
is a balcony or terrace. Maximum Occupancy: 2 adults.
Deluxe Guest
Room
The bedding consists of 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, and
fully equipped bathroom, plus a private balcony or terrace. Maximum
Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Deluxe Partial
Oceanview Guest Room
The bedding consists of 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, and
fully equipped bathroom, plus a private balcony or terrace. Maximum
Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Sunscape Club
Gardenview Guest Room
The bedding consists of 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, and
fully equipped bathroom, plus a private balcony or terrace. Maximum
Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Sunscape Club
Partial Oceanview Guest Room
The bedding consists of 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, and
fully equipped bathroom, plus a private balcony or terrace. Maximum
Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Sunscape
Club Suite
The bedding consists of 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, and
fully equipped bathroom, plus a private balcony or terrace. Maximum
Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Sunscape Club
Suite Oceanfront
The bedding consists of 2 double beds or 1 king size bed, and
fully equipped bathroom, plus a private balcony or terrace. Maximum
Occupancy: 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
All rooms
have the following amenities:
One king
size or two double beds
Balcony
or terrace
Air-conditioning
Full bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee
maker
Cable-TV
Direct
dial telephone
Private
in-room safe*
Mini-bar
fully stocked with soft drinks and bottled water
Guests
staying in Sunscape Club rooms will receive the additional
exclusive services:
VIP additional
amenities
Nightly
courtesy
Bottle
of Rum
Upgraded
mini-bar including chips, peanuts, chocolate and Gatorade
Two Sunscape
t-shirts
Bathrobe
and slippers
Chef courtesy
(once per stay)
Artesanal
gift
DVD player
Specific bedding
and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and
cannot always be guaranteed.
Arrival/Departure
Time:
Check-in time: 3pm, and check-out time: 12pm
The Metamorphosis
Spa & Fitness Center offers world-class treatments such as:
reflexology, hydrotherapy whirlpool baths, facial treatments and
a full service beauty salon to pamper you in luxury. Our wonderful
spa also includes 2 cedar saunas, 2 outdoor whirlpools, private
massage cabins and the beautiful magic gardens featuring
outdoor massage areas, quiet relax areas, fountain and a fresh
fruit and juice bar for your enjoyment. *Jacuzzi and saunas included,
additional charge for spa treatments.
Massage
Therapies:
Anti-Stress /
Relaxing Massage
A light technique of traditional massage, using gentle movements
leaving the body totally relaxed emotionally and physically.
Deep Muscular
Massage
This a good massage to relieve sore, stiff or achy muscles.
This massage is recommended before of after sport activity or
for persons who enjoy a stronger massage.
Therapeutic Massage
These are specialized techniques which combine anti-stress and
deep muscle massage with therapeutic body movements.
Shiatsu
This is the application of oriental massage techniques applying
pressure over the energetic points in combination with special
body movements to give balance to your body and spirit.
Aromatherapy
Massage
This treatment uses aromatic essential oils selected to your
specific needs applied with relaxing massage techniques in combination
with olfactory stimulation. You will receive benefits from many
kinds of ailments including relaxation, stimulation, anti-inflammatory
and hydrating effects.
Reflexology
This massage uses pressure over the energetic points of the
feet and hands restoring the natural energy balance of the body.
This massage is effective in reducing pain and stress.
Combination Massage
Depending on your specific bodies necessities we will customize
your massage using various techniques to achieve the best service
for you.
Body
Treatments:
Natural Product
Body Wraps
Choose from: Aloe Vera, Cucumber and Honey, Purifying Clay,
Exotic Fruit Wrap.
This treatment begins with a 10min. sauna followed by a body
exfoliation, application of chosen body wrap and finishes with
a 15 min. relaxing massage.
Dead Sea Mud
Body Wrap
A favorite of many spa goers! Mud is known for its high content
of minerals and beneficial properties for our skin. Mud is applied
over the entire body to: remove dead cells, detoxify, revitalize,
and reaffirm the skin leaving it soft and hydrated.
Peppermint Sea
twist:
Slimming, body shaping treatment that combines the effect of
peppermint oil with pure seaweed to stimulate, rejuvenate and
purify the skin. Recommended for firming, contouring, detoxifying
and as a cellulite treatment.
European Seaweed
Body Treatment
A true French spa experience! A pure seaweed mask is smoothed
over the body. This treatment helps relieve stress, invigorates
stiff muscles, nourishes and hydrates the skin.
Honey Body Polish
A marvelous body cleanser based on an ancient beauty ritual
is massaged into the skin, helping to purify and slough off
dead skin cells. Finally, a luxurious seaweed cream is massaged
into the body leaving the skin silky smooth.
Sea Spa Glow
This is a deep pore cleansing treatment using sea salts from
shoulder to toe, removing rough, dry skin leaving it smooth
and refreshed. This treatment is completed with a relaxing massage
with luxurious seaweed cream.
Island Recovery
Treatment
This treatment is specially formulated for sunburned skin using
a mixture of calamine and calcium with yogurt to alleviate,
refresh, dehydrate, revitalize and provide nutrients for the
skin.
Hydrotherapies:
Hydro massage
has many benefits including: normalizing circulation, increasing
metabolism, regulates nervous function, tones muscles, alleviates
tension, improves muscle relaxation, and improves digestion.
These effects can be potentiated with the addition of other
substance. This treatment also includes a cranial massage.
Cleopatras
Milk Bath
Cleopatras beauty secret is revealed in this luxurious
treatment. It includes a body exfoliation, continues with a
15 min, rich milk hydrotherapy to be finished off with 25 minutes
of a relaxing massage.
Pampering Rose
Petal Bath
Close your eyes relax and dream of walking through a garden
of roses. This treatment begins with a body exfoliation, continues
with a decadent hydro bath with rose petals and finishes with
25min. of relaxing massage.
Exotic Flower
Bath
Surrender to the Caribbean dream and bath yourself in the beauty
of exotic flowers. Begin this treatment with a fragrant body
exfoliation to remove dead skin cells, continue with an exotic
hydrotherapy bath and finish with 25 min of reflexology of your
feet.
Orangotherapy
Experience this reenergizing treatment based on orange therapy.
Receive a 25min. massage with aromatic orange oil, continues
with an orange hydrotherapy bath. This is a very unique and
satisfying experience.
Chocolate Dreamland
Not only is chocolate good to eat, it is actually good for our
skin too! This decadent treatment includes a delicious exfoliation,
scrumptious body mask, yummy hydrotherapy, pampering hand reflexology
and finishes with a 25 min relaxing massage to send you off
to dreamland.
Algae Marine
Hydrotherapy
This is an excellent treatment to purify and rejuvenate your
body. This treatment begins with a sea salt exfoliation, followed
by an algae hydrotherapy and finishes with 25 min of lymphatic
drainage massage. This treatment can also be used as an anti
cellulite treatment.
Facials:
Basic Facial
(30min)
This facial treatment uses products according to the clients
skin type. The following steps are included: cleansing, exfoliation,
special ampoule, facial massage, face mask and cream.
Deep Cleansing
Facial (55min)
Special deep cleansing performed with professional products
and equipment which increases penetration and product activation.
The following steps are included: cleansing, exfoliation, warm
treatment with natural herb based products, extractions, special
Payot massage, calming mask, mask according to skin type and
cream with sun block.
Intensive Lifting
(50min)
This treatment is recommended for all skin types of persons
20 years and up. This is a tensing and firming treatment that
after 15 min you will see a noticeable difference in smoothing
fine lines, tones down wrinkles and leaves you with a glowing
complexion. This treatment can be used several times a week
as intensive care and to produce more dramatic results.
Pure Collagen
Treatment (50 min)
Recommended for persons 30 years and up with all skin types.
This is an instant beauty boost and intensive hydrating cure
which smoothes out features and leaves a radiant complexion.
After Sun S O
S Reconciliation Treatment (50min)
This facial is recommended for sensitive skin types and to prolong
healthy sun tanned skin. This treatment deeply hydrates, calms
and has a decongestive effect while providing nutrients to revitalize
skin.
Dreams La Romana has a dedicated wedding and reception party planning staff
ready to help you plan your matrimony in an exotic Caribbean setting.
Sunscape The Beach has both indoor and outdoor locations where
your wedding can be both a private and intimate event.
Wedding dates are
limited. Please inquire with our wedding coordinator at info@sunscapecasadelmar.com.do
to ensure your date is open and available BEFORE booking your
trip!!
Requirements
and Documents required to get married in the Dominican Republic:
Valid passport
or Photo ID
Birth Certificate
Declaration
of Marital Status (civil or single status) could be obtained
in the Dominican Consulate close to your home, which must be
translated into Spanish and legalized. Originals must be brought
with you to the property.
Two witnesses
with passport or photo ID, provided by the hotel if needed
Full name of
both parents
Blood test and
advanced travel are not required
Wedding and Honeymoon Packages are available.
Note: Rates and
Inclusions are
subject to change without previous notice.