bavaro princess- incredible environment, overall recommend bavaro princess, specifics, review hotel relative visitor used, stay 5 star resorts realize developing island not years experience tourism like jamaica virgin islands, saved life trip course perfect nothing compare, goes, x travel agent travelled life types islands levels accomodations, born raised columbus oh spent 3 years nyc 3 years silicon valley understand expectations midwest east west coast vary greatly, 42 divorced mom 2 kids 9 11. traveled boyfriend traveled domestically not internationally willing try restaurant/bartending background, works homeland security curious safety, saw lots cops bikes unobtrusive patrols beach, no incidents felt ok kids pool hung beach, took 3 years spanish h.s, remembered thought, knew zero spanish did fine, kids loved trying new words, did check spanish language book library brought case emergency.package apple getting blown mexico thanks hurricane emily, traveled day tgiving 7 nights, charter flight non-stop 3 hours cleveland, no problems.arrived typical island airport, picture locals costume offer sale return week 10, no tells arrival declaration form large central table arrival, pen handy, person including kids, fee 10, tourist cards required leave country tucked away, pay dollars make customs counter.have passport tourist cards documentation, traveling children father needed notarized letter granted permission travel country, not forget, ask arrival u.s. not ask dominican ask not denied access country, got luggage apple rep took van quick 1/2 hour hop bavaro princess, 3 hotels represented passengers, ask distance hotel airport travel time not distance, 10 miles heavy scooter/bus traffic hour, bit countryside feel poverty exists, kids caught quick.hotel open air wonderful, felt compelled a/c room cold, kept blinds shut morning sun, afternoon sun rooms hot, casino just outside main gate, basic, 1/2 block walk lobby small shopping center levels shops haggling, later, atm dispensing dominican dollars good thing souvenier, bell hop station lobby driveway, small game room discovered day air hockey foosball check quick trying use spanish did help, room 085 just 4 buildings bungalows 4 units pool swim bar, chain link fence dividing hotel n't obtrusive, rooms generous clean, 2 messy kids no ants island, freak cricket chameleon not islands, double pull couch table 2 chairs large desk/dresser unit tv fridge coffee bar area length twin bed plus twin bed son, step king bed dresser step corner large dressing area ironing board safe separate area toilet shower, big, blow dryer meant no need haul, toiletries provided let maid know need conditioner daughter long hair regretted not doing 1/braid thing early trip, jaunts ocean waves meant tangled hair, shower pressure heat erratic used toothbrush end push stopper transferred flow spigot shower, took shower head just unscrew straight stream wanted just taking gave triple pressure good.maid wonderful friendly, left list item wanted fridge, x cokes x sprite x beer big gallon jugs water, used dictionary assistance mimed, did n't problems getting sick water used jug water teeth did n't let water run mouth showers, boyfriend pigs feet fine set big time, say sheet snob better quality, pillowcases quirky know, humor grounds spectacular, period, yes big area, meant no feeling crowds, breakfast buffet near lobby 3 pink flamingos, bring bread offer sit low edge pond hand feed, tooooooo fun kids, love mingos, note not miss little zoo runs center resort, not marked paths 20 rustic cages w assorted birds iguana, main bridge giant fountain ride shuttle, entrance real near licey restaurant near lobby.shuttle no issues, set stops resort like bus route, not random start/stop like taxi, stand stop stop, hail yell stop simply want wo n't, duh, make resort, map check, mark stops, walked kids beat.restaurants 1000 opinions posted, liked steak el gaucho best, chopin piano boat cheesy cute, sang 5 songs folks n't think missing singing phenom, nice voice, kids amused, said, advice- breakfast make reservations 2 days, 8 a.m. fine, worse case eat buffet hungry, reminder- island, things shipped, developing tourist area, things not filet mignon french pastries, presented replenished needed rolls bit stale, milk island milk different, skim close coffee different, kids did fine, pasta freshly prepared things night restaurant, picky eater did fine, boyfriend loved trying things leisure caviar pigs feet, kids stuck pasta chicken fries rolls cereal fruit smoothies virgin strawberry daiquiris, food huge foodie n't, nyc, islands different.booze did not vip cared, saved 100 person, location room great n't care robes massage hanging platinum lounge big tv, deserted, licey restaurant looked deserted felt no need, booze- buy street cheap little bottle rum n't smoke bought 2 cigars hotel shop gifts, just did n't make sense missed, bartender- loved maximo dry pool bar, great kids remembered drinks perfectely tipped mid week end.. big recommendation, insulated coffee mugs large thermos type drink holders, frozen drink liquified immediately, island thing, saw quite folks comment smart bartenders gave big thumbs knew, really hold 2-3 drinks great long walks beach.beach unbelievable, powder white sand rough-ish surf windy just got boogie boards played like otters blast riding waves, calm half week, walked hour ways checked hotels loved people watching, lots topless women thongs speedos remember european element, actually nice women bikinis bikini perfect bodies, ages seniors high schoolers bikinis, body type not self conscious, no, heavier want walked away afterward realizing really did n't make bit difference men women, interesting dinner conversation kids.let food booze shuttle beach language oh yea excursions 1, comment heard outback safari trip negative, long hot dusty rugged, day tour prepared think rough ready.2, did marinarium got best deal, 65 adult kids 12 1/2 price, did morning departure, 1/2 hour, boat great staff fun atmosphere updated sanitized equipment optional flippers, did advanced snorkel meant 15 minutes timer, beginner 30 minute swim advanced 45 minute, goes fast, swim bit reef 15 minutes loop boat netted shark area, swim net large pens 7-10 feet deep water, nurse sharks large rays, require floatation belt hot close pictures sharks discretely remove belt hold hand dive alongside friend picture, no fear just awe, loved, took land picture 10 5x7 available dock, took snorkel gear recommend, candid, cruise coast great music dancing lesson coco loco drink making cocktails sandwiches available, dock shallows 3 feet water, hang 30 minutes staff bringing cocktails floating mini bars, mini booze cruise ish passing ball taking pictures just taking paradise, cruise just ready ride home motorcoach, 12:30.other highlights monkey parrots snake iguana dancers available pictures, place animal photo attached photos kids, optional photos 3 days, learned set aside photo shop room number, pulled ones wanted day posted lobby/photo shop, end 25 pictures, kept 10 paid 5 quality amazing photographer really appreciated them.evening shows n't start 10pm late, stayed night blast dancing lobby afterward, drink lobby bar night no drunken folks wandering pool hours, pool bar closed 7 pm, did russian tourist beligerant cut, needed cut time prior passed woke mad bar closed, dozen police officers just keeping contained finally told maximo doctor came gave shot, slept, said unusual.overall recommendations.1, bring coffee/thermos drink mugs.2, bring bottle suntan lotion 30 spf person, assume lose bottle, 17 bottle buy, pharmacy 2nd level mini mall street cheapest spot 17.3, love shop aggressive, stuff browse time price decision head, think souvenier want, brought small piece art dominican symbols bought coffee airport 6 lb little mamajuana kit airport 9, explain mamajuana local drink suppose aphrodesiac, sp, consists bark/leaves red wine rum honey, taste offered, strong unique, truly unusual thing locally mined jewel called larimar.blue color, check hotel jewelry shop, pieces multiple did n't, skipped shopping fun just look.4, care staff, friendly hard working, pre-tipped maid bartender 10 tipped end, tipped couple waitresses saw lot asked section buffets, 5. hotel/airport check not forget documents tourist card i.d, check early, need pay room charges return safe key, certain times lines, shuttle 2 hours need, lot pick hand carry lobby despite giving 1 hour notice, think, questions, email kjaeger columbus.rr.com, oveall blast, great weather amazing beach surroundings staff kids throughly thrilled, recommend u.s. travel peanut butter box saltines, little bit home good protein help stomach gets upset, felt safe relaxed blast, realize truly important food walking beach snorkeling beach big room kids program, expect vegas quality shows rare french wine porterhouse just ignorant, enjoy experience relax, cheers kim,  
bavaro princess- incredible environment, overall recommend bavaro princess, specifics, review hotel relative visitor used, stay 5 star resorts realize developing island not years experience tourism like jamaica virgin islands, saved life trip course perfect nothing compare, goes, x travel agent travelled life types islands levels accomodations, born raised columbus oh spent 3 years nyc 3 years silicon valley understand expectations midwest east west coast vary greatly, 42 divorced mom 2 kids 9 11. traveled boyfriend traveled domestically not internationally willing try restaurant/bartending background, works homeland security curious safety, saw lots cops bikes unobtrusive patrols beach, no incidents felt ok kids pool hung beach, took 3 years spanish h.s, remembered thought, knew zero spanish did fine, kids loved trying new words, did check spanish language book library brought case emergency.package apple getting blown mexico thanks hurricane emily, traveled day tgiving 7 nights, charter flight non-stop 3 hours cleveland, no problems.arrived typical island airport, picture locals costume offer sale return week 10, no tells arrival declaration form large central table arrival, pen handy, person including kids, fee 10, tourist cards required leave country tucked away, pay dollars make customs counter.have passport tourist cards documentation, traveling children father needed notarized letter granted permission travel country, not forget, ask arrival u.s. not ask dominican ask not denied access country, got luggage apple rep took van quick 1/2 hour hop bavaro princess, 3 hotels represented passengers, ask distance hotel airport travel time not distance, 10 miles heavy scooter/bus traffic hour, bit countryside feel poverty exists, kids caught quick.hotel open air wonderful, felt compelled a/c room cold, kept blinds shut morning sun, afternoon sun rooms hot, casino just outside main gate, basic, 1/2 block walk lobby small shopping center levels shops haggling, later, atm dispensing dominican dollars good thing souvenier, bell hop station lobby driveway, small game room discovered day air hockey foosball check quick trying use spanish did help, room 085 just 4 buildings bungalows 4 units pool swim bar, chain link fence dividing hotel n't obtrusive, rooms generous clean, 2 messy kids no ants island, freak cricket chameleon not islands, double pull couch table 2 chairs large desk/dresser unit tv fridge coffee bar area length twin bed plus twin bed son, step king bed dresser step corner large dressing area ironing board safe separate area toilet shower, big, blow dryer meant no need haul, toiletries provided let maid know need conditioner daughter long hair regretted not doing 1/braid thing early trip, jaunts ocean waves meant tangled hair, shower pressure heat erratic used toothbrush end push stopper transferred flow spigot shower, took shower head just unscrew straight stream wanted just taking gave triple pressure good.maid wonderful friendly, left list item wanted fridge, x cokes x sprite x beer big gallon jugs water, used dictionary assistance mimed, did n't problems getting sick water used jug water teeth did n't let water run mouth showers, boyfriend pigs feet fine set big time, say sheet snob better quality, pillowcases quirky know, humor grounds spectacular, period, yes big area, meant no feeling crowds, breakfast buffet near lobby 3 pink flamingos, bring bread offer sit low edge pond hand feed, tooooooo fun kids, love mingos, note not miss little zoo runs center resort, not marked paths 20 rustic cages w assorted birds iguana, main bridge giant fountain ride shuttle, entrance real near licey restaurant near lobby.shuttle no issues, set stops resort like bus route, not random start/stop like taxi, stand stop stop, hail yell stop simply want wo n't, duh, make resort, map check, mark stops, walked kids beat.restaurants 1000 opinions posted, liked steak el gaucho best, chopin piano boat cheesy cute, sang 5 songs folks n't think missing singing phenom, nice voice, kids amused, said, advice- breakfast make reservations 2 days, 8 a.m. fine, worse case eat buffet hungry, reminder- island, things shipped, developing tourist area, things not filet mignon french pastries, presented replenished needed rolls bit stale, milk island milk different, skim close coffee different, kids did fine, pasta freshly prepared things night restaurant, picky eater did fine, boyfriend loved trying things leisure caviar pigs feet, kids stuck pasta chicken fries rolls cereal fruit smoothies virgin strawberry daiquiris, food huge foodie n't, nyc, islands different.booze did not vip cared, saved 100 person, location room great n't care robes massage hanging platinum lounge big tv, deserted, licey restaurant looked deserted felt no need, booze- buy street cheap little bottle rum n't smoke bought 2 cigars hotel shop gifts, just did n't make sense missed, bartender- loved maximo dry pool bar, great kids remembered drinks perfectely tipped mid week end.. big recommendation, insulated coffee mugs large thermos type drink holders, frozen drink liquified immediately, island thing, saw quite folks comment smart bartenders gave big thumbs knew, really hold 2-3 drinks great long walks beach.beach unbelievable, powder white sand rough-ish surf windy just got boogie boards played like otters blast riding waves, calm half week, walked hour ways checked hotels loved people watching, lots topless women thongs speedos remember european element, actually nice women bikinis bikini perfect bodies, ages seniors high schoolers bikinis, body type not self conscious, no, heavier want walked away afterward realizing really did n't make bit difference men women, interesting dinner conversation kids.let food booze shuttle beach language oh yea excursions 1, comment heard outback safari trip negative, long hot dusty rugged, day tour prepared think rough ready.2, did marinarium got best deal, 65 adult kids 12 1/2 price, did morning departure, 1/2 hour, boat great staff fun atmosphere updated sanitized equipment optional flippers, did advanced snorkel meant 15 minutes timer, beginner 30 minute swim advanced 45 minute, goes fast, swim bit reef 15 minutes loop boat netted shark area, swim net large pens 7-10 feet deep water, nurse sharks large rays, require floatation belt hot close pictures sharks discretely remove belt hold hand dive alongside friend picture, no fear just awe, loved, took land picture 10 5x7 available dock, took snorkel gear recommend, candid, cruise coast great music dancing lesson coco loco drink making cocktails sandwiches available, dock shallows 3 feet water, hang 30 minutes staff bringing cocktails floating mini bars, mini booze cruise ish passing ball taking pictures just taking paradise, cruise just ready ride home motorcoach, 12:30.other highlights monkey parrots snake iguana dancers available pictures, place animal photo attached photos kids, optional photos 3 days, learned set aside photo shop room number, pulled ones wanted day posted lobby/photo shop, end 25 pictures, kept 10 paid 5 quality amazing photographer really appreciated them.evening shows n't start 10pm late, stayed night blast dancing lobby afterward, drink lobby bar night no drunken folks wandering pool hours, pool bar closed 7 pm, did russian tourist beligerant cut, needed cut time prior passed woke mad bar closed, dozen police officers just keeping contained finally told maximo doctor came gave shot, slept, said unusual.overall recommendations.1, bring coffee/thermos drink mugs.2, bring bottle suntan lotion 30 spf person, assume lose bottle, 17 bottle buy, pharmacy 2nd level mini mall street cheapest spot 17.3, love shop aggressive, stuff browse time price decision head, think souvenier want, brought small piece art dominican symbols bought coffee airport 6 lb little mamajuana kit airport 9, explain mamajuana local drink suppose aphrodesiac, sp, consists bark/leaves red wine rum honey, taste offered, strong unique, truly unusual thing locally mined jewel called larimar.blue color, check hotel jewelry shop, pieces multiple did n't, skipped shopping fun just look.4, care staff, friendly hard working, pre-tipped maid bartender 10 tipped end, tipped couple waitresses saw lot asked section buffets, 5. hotel/airport check not forget documents tourist card i.d, check early, need pay room charges return safe key, certain times lines, shuttle 2 hours need, lot pick hand carry lobby despite giving 1 hour notice, think, questions, email kjaeger columbus.rr.com, oveall blast, great weather amazing beach surroundings staff kids throughly thrilled, recommend u.s. travel peanut butter box saltines, little bit home good protein help stomach gets upset, felt safe relaxed blast, realize truly important food walking beach snorkeling beach big room kids program, expect vegas quality shows rare french wine porterhouse just ignorant, enjoy experience relax, cheers kim,  