Mar 19, 2009 - Bahia Samaná, Dominican Republic

Bahia Samaná is located in the far northeastern corner of the Dominican Republic and was rather isolated until only recently when a newly constructed highway cut the driving time from the capital of Santo Domingo from five hours to two. ... Although the town of Santa Bárbara de Samaná and surrounding areas are seeing some development in the form of both resorts and general tourist infrastructure, it has not become overrun and the bay and surrounding areas still retain much of their original wild qualities. ... A large population of humpback whales end their southward migration in Bahia Samaná, spending January through March here to give birth and mate (though not necessarily in that order). ... Luckily, this practice has been eliminated in Bahia Samaná. ...

Nov 4, 2008 - To (Eat &) Drink Life to the Lees!

Let's start with the important stuff - FOOD! Here are some highlights.Let's start with the important stuff - FOOD! Here are some highlights....