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14 March 2010

Campo Sosúa expands in Haiti!

The 'Water for Haiti' campaign, organised by the ecological organisation SOMONCA and the company 'Tractor del Norte' is continuing with its daily supplies of clean drinking water to the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Four locations close to the capital Port-au-Prince are currently receiving fresh water every day, thanks to the efforts of these two organisations. The residents have christened the largest camp 'Campo Sosúa', and the second camp is known as 'Campo Wassenaar', since Wassenaar local authority (in the Netherlands) is the largest sponsor of this project. Camp Sosúa currently sees fresh drinking water being delivered seven times a day!
Apparently the word has quickly spread that fresh water is delivered every day, because every time the guys drive their lorry-load of water to the site, the containers are completely dry! The number of homeless currently being houses in Campo Sosúa is now at least triple the original number!
Campo Sosúa expands in Haiti!
Campo Sosúa expands in Haiti!
The hills surrounding the water containers are now full of small huts covered by blue tarpaulin sheets - also donated by the Water For Haiti campaign. The residents use wooden poles and tarpaulin sheets to ensure that they stay dry. Donations are still pouring in, and we would like to thank everyone, including Marijn van Leeuwarden who, together with his friends, sent us 200 euro. This money was enough to purchase 250 blue tarpaulin sheets.

13 March 2010

Children's carnival parade through Sosúa

Children's carnival parade through  Sosúa
Children's carnival parade through Sosúa
Source: Sosúa Online
Organising a carnival event in Sosúa is not easy, but that doesn't stop the governing board of the Gregorio Luperón school in El Batey from organising a children's carnival parade. Last Wednesday morning (10 March) the schoolchildren paraded through the streets of Sosúa in their finest carnival costumes. They mostly chose typical folklore outfits which, according to the school's director, was also the main objective, i.e. to teach the children, and the general public, more about the Dominican Republic's rich culture and folklore history.
Video: www.youtube.com


12 March 2010

Dominicanarent now also in English

The original aim of www.dominicanarent.be was to attract Belgian and Dutch citizens to rent apartments in Cabarete. But the increasing numbers of applications from Canadians and Americans has resulted in Dominicanarent now expanding their website to also accommodate English-language clients.
Over the past few years Cabarete has grown into one of the loveliest vacation destinations in the DR, particularly due to its ideal location and the many activities that attract tourists of all kinds. It has not just expanded into a Mecca for surfers and kiteboarders, but also for couples looking for romatic dinners on the beach when they can enjoy the sunset and evening atmosphere. In short, its a coastal town that's certainly worth visiting!
Dominicanarent
Dominicanarent

11 March 2010

Willy el Chamo candidate deputy-Mayor

As we've previously mentioned, Willy Olivences (el Chamo) has stepped down as candidate Mayor for the PRSC party.
Ilana Neumann
Ilana Neumann
However, the Mayoral candidate for the PRD pasrty, Ilana Neumann, has now asked Willy to join her campaign and, if she wins the election, to become her deputy Mayor. Willy has accepted her offer - one which apparently was also made by the current Mayor, Vladimir Céspedes. However, Willy rejected Vladimir's offer. Obviously Ilana Neumann is offering better conditions for the town's disco owner. So, in the blue corner of the election fight we have Ilana Neumann and El Chamo, and in the red corner we have Vladimir Céspedes.

10 March 2010

Rumba bar, dancing and grill officially opened

Since Friday 5 March, Sosúa is proud to announce the opening of a brand new bar, located opposite El Flow in the Pedro Clisante, which is decorated to resemble a Greek temple. Unfortunately it was raining on opening night, so most of the owner's glorious festive plans had to be cancelled. The idea was to have the band 'El Caballito de Mao' play at this opening party, on a stage outside in the open. Unfortunately, due to the bad weather the band had to play in the bar. But the performance was sensational!
The bar was jam packed with music-lovers, who clearly enjoyed themselves, as they danced, drank and partied. So Sosúa now has another fine bar to add to its collection. One with comfortable seating, a good atmosphere and sexy barkeepers. Above all, and certainly worth considering in these economic times, its prices are competitive with the low prices charged at El Flow.
Bob, the owner of the Rumba Bar, assured us that over the next few weeks, he will contract a band to play at the bar.
Opening Rumba Bar
Opening Rumba Bar
If the weather stays dry then he might even get a nationally known group to play here. We'll wait and see.
Video: www.youtube.com

9 March 2010

Wolfgang focuses on homeless children

Over the past few months we've seen an increase in homeless children hanging around Sosúa's main street, the Pedro Clisante. These are Haitian and Dominican youngsters aged between 6 and 14, who drift around the street, usually sleeping in the open air or in doorways.
Wolfgang Schönner
Wolfgang Schönner
They sometimes try to earn some money by cleaning shoes, while others simply beg or try to steal from the tourists. People also say that they are used to carry drugs, or are commissioned by adults to break into empty houses. If the children refuse then they are attacked.
Wolfgang Schönner, owner of the 'Schnitzel Paradise' restaurant in the Pedro Clisante, is trying to do something to help these children. Last Tuesday he spoke (for the second time) to representatives of the Juvenile Care, the National Police and the Family Care authorities. Wolfgang says that the Dominican Republic has good laws to protect children, which are comparable to those concerning child protection in countries such as Canada or in the European Union.

8 March 2010

Something completely different

Last December we spent a week in Sosúa, and went diving with Peter from Holland Duikcentrum. Although we are experienced divers (and have dived over the entire world) we had a great time enjoying the diving in the local waters around Sosúa. I also made a short film that I've put on YouTube, so anyone who is interested can click on the following link: www.youtube.com. We also recommend the saté of Peter's wife Ineke, delicious.
Wim, Rijssen
Holland Duikcentrum
Holland Duikcentrum

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