Charcos De Damajagua- 27 waterfalls in the DR, Dominican Republic

   We took at taxi into town, there were two guys, we thought one was a translator but he just wanted to give us " a tour of the town". We declined and was able to use the excuse we had already set up a trip to see the 27 waterfalls and had to be back in an hour. He seemed upset that the marina set it up and said something in Spanish to the driver. All we could make out was "Mafia". Oh boy! He then got out at the next stop.  

    We brought chopper with us in the taxi, everyone seems to love him.  He's a good icebreaker, and even if they are unsure of dogs,  chopper is so loving that he wins then over. 

     The ride through town was an eye opener,  poor areas.  The school children wear uniforms, which is nice. I wish people who say we have poor in America could see this! I also saw lots of skinny dogs on the sides of the road.  Breaks my heart. 

    So while Greg was in the bank,I  stood outside by the door, I had no money so when a little shoe shine boy came up I had nothing to give him.  He did pet Chopper and giggle. I felt bad but Greg said they have adults that send them out then they have to give the money to them. Wish I had candy at least.  Also interesting was when the armored truck pulled up and three shotgun carrying officer's stepped out. One stayed by the truck, one on the corner and one escorted the guy carrying the money bag.   

     Greg had no luck in the bank, they want your paper passport to stamp. We have passport cards, but they won't take. 

     No luck getting line at the marina store either.  They only had 96ft and we needed 140ft. 

     Almost everyone rides a motorcycle,  scooter or a motor taxi. I watched them come and go, ladies would sit on the back with a baby or little child, NO helmet and take off!  Good gracious! They so in and out of traffic!

     So all in all waisted trip and money. Except for the cultural experience. I also saw a pretty nice church across from the bank. See picture. 

     The highlight of the day was the 27 waterfalls. Not for lazy people!  It was about 30 minutes hike up the mountain,up stairs and trails. Then back down via the waterfalls, jumping or sliding down ,it was awesome! A must see!

sat. Dec. 31st,we are sitting here in the DR due to weather.  We have to wait until wed. To leave, then we plan on sailing straight to Puerto Rico which will take about 46 hrs? Here are some pictures at the marina in ocean city, nice marina. We may go to Ocean world tomorrow, the marina gives you a discount. It's like sea world.  I want to swim with the dolphins. There is a large bubble ball you can get in and run on the water. I want to try this too.Greg didn't seem interested. :o 

The marina

The casino and ocean world 

Down town

Driving down town

The church