Judy and Maria's First Impression of Casa de Campo Resort

La Romana July 2004.  We chose to fly from Philadelphia to Punta Cana  on USA 3000 Airlines. Upon arrival into Punta Cana we chartered a helicopter to fly to the Casa de Campo Resort.   The rationale for this flight was to save time and have the opportunity to view and photograph La Romana and the Casa de Campo Resort from the air.  Our first impression of the resort complex from the helicopter was very remarkable.  Maria photographed the golf courses dotted with villas and swimming pools, vast expanses of greenery speckled with multi-colored flowers, miles and miles of shoreline outlined by the crystal azure sea, and the overhead view of the Amphitheater and Altos de Chavón  was absolutely breathtaking.   The Casa de Campo Resort is a magnificent sight from the air. The following is our adventure, please enjoy.

Photographs by Maria Thomas and are exclusive © to Judy and Maria's Travel, Inc.

Casa de Campo
award winning
sporting Activities

Casa de Campo's Peter Dye-designed golf courses are among the best in the world.  The "Teeth of the Dog" has seven holes right on the ocean.  It consistently ranks in Golf Magazine's "Top100 Courses in the world" and is considered the finest course in the Caribbean.  The "Links" is a challenging inland course; and the new "Dye Fore" perched atop the bluffs of the Chavón River, is a masterpiece destined to rival the "Teeth of the Dog."

Tee times are available from 7:20 am to 5:30 pm.
Giles Gagnon, Director of Golf at Casa de Campo
Additional Golf Information

The equestrian activities at Casa de Campo include trail rides through the tropical splendor of the Dominican countryside; intensive riding, jumping and polo instruction, international-level polo matches and other special events.  Dozens of horses fill the stables at Casa de Campo, which makes finding the proper pony as easy as a trail ride. Instructions are offered in English or Western-style riding, jumping, dressage and polo.  If you seek the thrill of polo, the Casa de Campo facilities are among the best in the Caribbean.  With three practice fields, one playing field and the largest string of polo ponies under a single brand, there is no place better to enjoy this rigorous and engaging sport.  Equipment, group instruction and personalized training are available and weekly polo matches are played during November to April season.   International jumping competitions are held at Casa del Campo Resort. 

Guests may be interested in a rousing game of Donkey polo!  Laughs will be had by all.

Enrico Canobbio, Equestrian Center Director

Note of interest from Judy and Maria:  Grandparents can ride in a horse drawn carriage following their family on their horseback ride.

The La Terraza Tennis Center offers 13 immaculately maintained Har-Tru courts (10 Lighted), the finest equipment and staff a high-level of service. La Terraza is one of the finest tennis complexes in the Caribbean.  Set high on a hill, the courts offer players a spectacular view of the ocean.  The 70+ member staff caters to the needs of each guest with insightful individual instruction.  Equipment is available.  Available on site is a complete Pro Shop, snack bar, swimming pool and spectators deck.  Hours: 7:00 am to 9:00 pm daily.
Tennis Director:  Emilio Vásquez.

Casa de Campo's Shooting Center is one of the most extensive private shooting facilities in the world with 250 stations on 245-acres and a 110 foot tower, projecting clays up to 45-yards into the sky.  Here you can test your aim at trap and skeet shooting, a thrill for amateurs and professionals.  A team of instructors offer basic shooting orientation and more advanced instruction with reservations.  The Shooting Center is open from 8:00 am to 11:00 am and 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm daily.

Casa de Campo Water Sports

At Casa de Campo guests can enjoy a complete range of non-motorized water sports or relax on white-sand beach.  Swim in a variety of swimming pools including the dual-level main pool with swim up pool bar.   How about a day of deep-sea fishing, where you can possibly land wahoo, dolphin, tuna, kingfish, sailfish, marlin and barracuda.  For a more serene experience, fresh water fishing trips that wind through lush tropical vegetation, tall cliffs and palm trees down the Chavón River.    When it comes to water sports,   Casa de Campo has it all!

Casa de Campo Spa and Fitness Center

Casa de Campo Fitness Center and Spa is the place where guests can maintain personal fitness while on vacation.  The fitness center is located in the main resort area and specialized trainers are available to assist guests with equipment.

At the Spa, indulge in dozens of relaxing and rejuvenating services including clay baths to exfoliate and detoxify your skin, a body peeling treatment that utilizes natural treatments to renew and reveal a healthier looking appearance.   Massages of every type are offered.  We took advantage of the aromatherapy massage and we must say, it was absolutely the most relaxing hour of our trip. 

NOTE FROM JUDY AND MARIA:  We recommend a massage on the day of arrival.  After a long and tiring day of travel, a massage is the way to go to release the perils of travel and to begin your vacation experience.

Multi-toned architecture, the Casa de Campo Marina and Yacht Club brings a new meaning to the phrase "up-scale!"  Home to international boutiques, galleries and jewelers, a variety of restaurants, this is a great place for a leisurely morning or afternoon of shopping and sight-seeing.

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