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In Salinas be sure to visit Playa Derrumbao, which is at the far end of Salinas beach. Also, the Dunas de Bani are impressive. Go as early as you can -- at day break would be best. It should be near the Salinas home where you will be staying. There is the Salinas High Wind Center, a hotel that is pretty, albeit they want to charge all inclusive rates even for a night stayover -- RD$2,400 per person per night, or RD$4,800 for a double plus meals and then you are limited to what you can order for that, which is not anything on the menu. Value-wise, it is not a good deal. Tel 809 310-8141. Place is also known as Hotel Salinas.

You might also visit the salt mines. So, I would say take up your friend's invitation. In Salinas you can also visit the place where they "grow" doradas, the silver thin and tasty fish. For sure you can get some really fresh ones for lunch. Salinas is a great place for windsurfing, maybe your friend as a windsurf or you could take a lesson at the High Winds Center.