If you're on the AA flight out of Orlando, the flight # and times have changed to the following (highligted in red):

Leaving on May 12th:
American Airlines, Flight : 1483 Leaves ORL @ 9am; Arrives in Miami @ 9:55

American Airlines, Flight #2415
Leaves MIA @ 10:45am; Arrives in Punta Can @ 1:05pm

Coming Home:

Returning on May 19th:
American Airlines, Flight : 1732
Leaves Punta Cana @ 7:00 am; Arrives in Miami @ 9:30am

American Airlines, Flight # 2064
Leaves MIA @ 12:10pm; Arrives in ORL @ 1:10pm

DAVE'S SCHEDULE FOR DAY OF DEPARTURE:

(Let's see how close we get!)

5:00 AM                                                                                Get up ; Vacation Starts

5:00 AM                -               5:35 Am                                (35min)    Get packed & ready to go

5:35 AM                -               6:15 AM                                (40min)    Leave House & Drive to

                                 Airport

6:15 AM                -               6:35 AM                                (20min)    Arrive at Airport,

Turn car in, go Check-in

6:35 AM                -               7:05 AM                                (30min)    Check-in

7:05 Am                -               7:25 AM                                (20min)    Get thru Security

7:25 AM                -               7:45 AM                                (20min)    Breakfast

7:45 AM                -               7:55 AM                                (10min)    Walk to Gate

7:55 AM                -               8:25 AM                                (30min)      Arrive at Gate

8:25 AM                -               8:50 AM                                (30min)    Load Plane

8:55 AM                                                                                Depart

Punta Cana Weather

Well I'm a little nervous with the weather report showing rain everyday, but apparently you have the same amount of rain all year, it's just the intensity of it that is greater in the summer.  Similar to Florida, it's sunny most of the day and you'll have a short rain in the afternoon's.  Let's hope so!  But it looks to be in the low to mid 80's everyday.

Can't Wait!!!!!

D.R. Update

Sorry to say Jeff and Risa are not going to make it.  However we wish Risa well in her new job.  Joan and I are excited as ever and are couonting down the days.

Included as Member Benefits

Everyone going to Punta Cana is traveling under someone's membership (Donna & Quentin or Maureen and Dave).  As members, each traveler is entitled to the following benefits:

• Round trip shared transportation to and from airport (If you haven't already done so, be sure to book your transfers!)
• A manicure and pedicure per person in the room
• A 25 minutes back massage per adult in the room
• Two included tours per person (Dominican Experience and Snorkeling In Paradise)  (The $1500 credit is in addition to these two included tours)

Here is a list of everyone that is going:

Leaving from Orlando to Miami to Punta Cana
Maureen and Dave Cardona
Jennifer, Mike and Maddox Brown
Angela Cardona, Addison Key and Jeff Ellis
Harold and Joan Beasley
Jeff and Risa Wohlstein

Leaving from Tampa to Miami to Punta Cana
Sara Preziozi

Leaving from Philadelphia to Punta Cana (Direct Flight......I'm jealous!)
Donna, Quentin and Brianna Sobel
Jess and Quentin Sobel

7 weeks and counting!!

Okay everyone.....less than 7 weeks away from our Punta Cana vacation!  And the best part is...............it's already paid for!!! 

Dave contacted the Punta Cana / Palace team to get information regarding the tours, etc. that we can use the $1500 towards, in addition to other optional tours.  I'm also checking on what tours we get included in with our memberships versus having to use our $1500 credit so when I get that I'll share that information too.

Below are the tours that the $1500 credit can apply to.  Although, I'm checking to see if any of these are included in our membership and therefore would not be deducted from our $1500 credit. (Similar to Cancun.).  I will let you kow as soon as I hear back.  I will email each of you all the attachments the sent which includes the SPA Menu/prices, The golf prices and the optional tours, as well as the full description of the below tours.  It also has registration forms to send in if you want to pre-register, which is recommended for the SPA, Beauty Parlor and Golf Course. 

More to come............................


TOURS:

DOMINICAN EXPERIENCE - $109 p/p

Discover the Dominican Republic while having fun! Be part of this exhilarating adventure in the midst of mountains and valleys, admiring the breathtaking landscapes and experiencing the incredible hospitality of the Dominican people.  Aboard all-terrain vehicles, you will see a typical Dominican house and its tropical fruit orchards where you can have your fill of local products (vanilla, coffee, cacao and honey). Stroll the local markets and visit a local school.

TOUR INCLUDES:

Round trip transportation in jeep type vehicles.

Bilingual tour guide.

Soft drinks and bottled water.

NOT INCLUDED:

Lunch

Alcoholic beverages

Extra Activity: Zip line $72usd p/

SNORKELING IN PARADISE - $75

Enjoy a boat cruise along the coast line of the beautiful beaches of Punta Cana on board a large

flat catamaran where you will be taken to a designated coral reef area.

As you will be provided with snorkeling equipment, jump in and swim with a variety of fish and

relax admiring the underwater world. While on board the catamaran, enjoy your time while listening to typical Dominican music.

TOUR INCLUDES:

Round trip transportation

Bilingual tour guide

Soft drinks, bottled water, alcoholic beverages and a light snack, on board

NOT INCLUDED:

Extra Activities: Encounter w Rays $49 usd p/p and Snorkel w Sharks $34 usd p/p.


MOON ROCKER ADVENTURE - $230 per car

Take this off road adventure exclusive tour here in beautiful Dominican Republic. This excursion was designed for everyone. Families, couples and beginners! No experience is required as our instructors will explain the simplicity of the side by side controls. You will be given basic training before departing.

TOUR INCLUDES:

Bilingual tour guide

Bottled Water

NOT INCLUDED:

Alcoholic Beverages

Video and Pictures

SUNSET SNORKEL - $75

This unforgettable afternoon and evening will begin with a fun filled coastal cruise along the

Bavaro coastline, the guest will be provided with snorkeling equipment to swim at the coral reef

with the colorful marine life. Dancing on the boat while going to the natural pool where the

guest will waist deep water, and watch the incredible Dominican Republic Sunset.

TOUR INCLUDES:

Round trip transportation

Bilingual Tour Guide

Soft drinks, bottled water, alcoholic beverages on board

NOT INCLUDED:

Extra Activities: BBQ $61.00 USD P/P and or Lobster Dinner $73.00 USD P/P

BEACH HORSE BACK RIDING - $75 p/p

Experience the bliss of our Wild Horses tour along the beautiful white sands beach at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana.  Come and enjoy this one hour horseback riding tour, no matter if it’s your first time to ride. Professional guides will show you the real contact with this natural environment and the wild sensation to be with these amazing animals while gazing at the

enchanting views of the beach.

TOUR INCLUDES:

Tour Guide

RULES/RESTRICTIONS:

Maximum weight: 220 lbs

Minimum Age: 8

Must wear helmet

This tour is not for pregnant women or people with severe back problems.

The Beasleys and Wohlsteins are in. Looking forward to another great time.