Yesterday we went to a little beach town called Cabarete. We took the "public taxi" which is a minivan that is always white. You stand by the side of the highway and they see you there, they blink their lights, you wave, and they stop and pick you up. It cost us twenty five cents per person each way. At one time I counted sixteen people in the van. The guy in front of me, who also spoke English, said he had counted twenty three people once before.
Cabarete has a beautiful beach with extremely soft but firm sand that is easy to walk on.
It is famous for the kite boarding and wind surfing there. We saw a couple dozen people out but even though I did not take the following picture it gives you an idea of how busy it can get.
I think it must take a lot strength to maneuver one of these things.
There are a number of places along the beach and in town where you can rent the equipment and get lessons.
Along the beach there are many, many restaurants of all kinds with tables set up on the sand.
The restaurants have all kinds of food and entertainment.
There are always vendors on the beach selling everything from jewelry and fruit to cigars and a place to sit on one of their chairs.
The town has only one street about four or five blocks long full of all kinds of shops, hotels and condos.
There is a very large, modern, and clean super market. And even though I didn't see one, I am sure it has a gas station too. It is really a nice beach town with everything you need and a fantastic beach. It was a really enjoyable day....we will be going back!!
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