phil24_7 - where abouts on the island is Cafresi? Had a look on a Dom Rep map and can't seem to see it....
I stayed on the North of the island a few years ago. Very nice hotel (was one of the smaller ones). Use 'Tripadvisor' to get an idea of what the hotel you're staying in may be like.... there will be loads of reviews where people have nothing good to say. Some people like to moan a lot.
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You mostly stay within the compound of your hotel unless on an organised outing which normally consist of an armed gaurd being with the party at all times which is weird at first.
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lol. YOU might have stayed in your 'compound' but there is plenty to see outside. We went out on a number of occasions (both organised tours and by ourselves). Had absolutely no issues with locals at all. We also organised a local person (was a friend of a taxi driver) to guide us round the local town for a day - so there are plenty of options for ways to get out and about. there will be no end of locals wanting to guide you around, and then want paying for it!
Also - of you are staying any where near Cabarete (on the North of the island).
http://www.activecabarete.com/mxcabarete
I did this a few years ago and had a great day. KTM 200s, full gear supplied, and you get to see all sorts of fantastic country side that you wouldn't otherwise..... well worth a go.
Andy