Chrystal Loud and Clear: Paradise in the D.R.

That's the Dominican Republic, not at the Doctor's :) My husband and I spent last week at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino near Punta Cana. Lovely 80 degree weather, beautiful beach and all the food and drinks you want! I am totally convinced that All-inclusive resorts are the way to enjoy a real vacation!
This resort was HUGE with 9 pools and about 15 different places to eat.

We got a daily walk in either just by walking the grounds of the resort or a long, leisurely stroll along the beach, which didn't feel like work at all :) Great exercise with a wonderful view. Now that I'm back on the treadmill, I close my eyes to picture the ocean, but I have to hold on to the bars or I'll start sliding off the treadmill. Relaxation......
They put on a show one night called The Michael Jackson Show and the interpreter had the moves down and looked just like him, you would have sworn he was still alive. We played putt-putt golf, hung out by the pools and drank many fruity concoctions.
The airport in Punta Cana was a different experience. All I can say is, it is a good thing it wasn't pouring down rain. No jetways here.....