"why waste a day or two in a car or bus!" Hehehe
I'm not laughing at you MGoss. I'm laughing with you.
In the aforementioned respect I wouldn't use the word waste as the view from a bus has always been more 'up close and personal' for me verses all the helicopters I've been on. That is of course unless flying at tree-top level which I don't think is allowed in this country. Even at tree-top level the speed just takes away from the sightseeing ability.
Speaking of buses it must be pointed out that the smaller rural buses are a great way to travel if your wish is to really see the local Dominicans in their natural state. The campasino with a couple chickens tied together at their feet being carried as they climb on board or the Dominican that boards with his or her 25 gallon propane tank on the way to or coming from the fueling point. With the rows of 2 seats on the right, 2 seats on the left and the fold-down seat in the middle being occupied by 6 or 7 people is always a true Dominican experience. All of which makes the visit more memorable and worthy of mention when you get back home.
Regardless as to what you end up doing Janjan it would be greatly appreciated if you would give use a trip report in the "Trip Report" forum when you get back home. We would truly love to hear how your visit was to include the bad with the good. Enjoy your stay in our paradise and we look forward to hearing from you.
Rick
