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Punta Cana Paradise Resort 2015
May 2 – 9, 2015
Club Med Resort, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Close your eyes and imagine the glowing, white sand beneath your toes…the warm, turquoise water stretching as far as the eye can see…the hot Caribbean sun warming your body. A personal bartender brings your drink to you as you lounge with your new Olivia friends, talking about life, love and the world.
You hear a voice over the loudspeaker that signals it's noon—time for pool games! After an epic "kayak battle," you wander to one of the three all-inclusive restaurants for lunch (and perhaps another beverage). Your afternoon offers some tough decisions, like whether or not you should sail, kayak or try flying trapeze. Or maybe you'll just want to spend more time at the beach or nap in a shady hammock. Before you know it, it's time to get ready for dinner, so you go back to your room to prepare for a delicious dinner and a night in the theater with a hilarious comedienne or fabulous musician. The eclectic crowd is so energized after the show, almost all 1,100 women head down to the outdoor, waterfront Club O to dance the night away, excited to wake up and do it all over again tomorrow.
Your Resort
Club Med's Punta Cana Resort boasts 75 acres of untouched beauty along the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic. Its white sandy beaches are situated between the confluence of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Filled with colorful buildings and plush greenery, it is the perfect place to rest, relax and make new friends. The resort includes three restaurants featuring cuisines from around the world, two all-inclusive bars serving premium alcohol and soft drinks, personalized pool and beach bar service, and an expansive centrally-located swimming pool. There's even an Infiniti Pool for use by our suite guests.
Club Med's Punta Cana Resort amenities include:
• Two all-inclusive buffet restaurants and one grill restaurant
• Two all-inclusive bars serving local beer, house wine, cocktails and soft drinks (premium liquor additional charge)
• Personalized beach and poolside beverage service
• Four swimming pools, including an Infiniti Pool for use by Suite holders
• Access to a wide array of exciting land and water sports including archery, sailing, windsurfing, tennis, flying trapeze, fitness classes, basketball, beach volleyball, kayaking, soccer, water polo, bocce ball, table tennis, snorkeling.
• Full service Club Med Spa by L'Occitane (extra charge)
Room Amenities
All rooms are comfortably appointed with:
• Flat-screen television
• iPod alarm clock
• Mini-refrigerator
• Bottled water (replenished daily)
• Coffee maker
• Hairdryer
• Iron/ironing board
• Secure safe
• U.S. electrical outlets (110 volts)
• Other standard comforts
What's Included?
• Accommodations for 8 days / 7 nights at Club Med's all-inclusive Punta Cana resort
• All meals at three all-inclusive newly redesigned restaurants featuring cuisines from around the world
• Premium alcohol and soft drinks at two all-inclusive, newly redesigned bars
• Beach and pool personalized service
• Expansive, centrally located swimming pool, including use of an Infinity Pool for Deluxe Oceanfront Suite holders
• Luxurious room accommodations featuring CD players, flat-screen televisions, iPod alarm clocks, mini-fridge, bottled water, coffee makers, hairdryer, iron/ironing board and other standard comforts and amenities
• Access to a wide menu of exciting land and water sports including archery, beach volleyball, fitness classes, weight room, water aerobics, flying trapeze, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing, snorkeling, tennis, soccer, basketball and ping pong
• Round-trip airport transfers from the Punta Cana (PUJ) airport
• Olivia's signature entertainment and programming
• Gratuities and taxes, which are covered in NDA fees
• Olivia staff assistance throughout
What's not included?
• Airfare to and from Punta Cana (PUJ) airport
• Travel insurance
• Tips to local guides
• Optional excursions including sunset cruises, snorkeling, diving, ATV, deep sea fishing, sightseeing bus tours and oceanfront golf (extra charge)
• Resort services such as boutique, spa services, internet access, telephone / fax, (extra charge)
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Traveler Info
Currency
The local currency is the Dominican Peso, but US Dollars are accepted and can be exchanged at the resort if needed.
Languages
Spanish and English
Being Gay in the Dominican Republic
The beach towns in the Dominican Republic are very gay-friendly.
Climate
The weather is fairly consistent all year, with an average temperature of 86°F (30°C). The hot and humid season lasts from May to October and during the day temperatures might reach 95°F (35°C).
Travel documentation and identification
You will need a passport that is valid for six months past the date of the trip. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please check with both your country's consulate and the Dominican Republic consulate to make sure that you do not need an entry visa or other additional documentation.
Where to fly into/out of
You will need to fly into and out of Punta Cana International airport (PUJ).
Suggested arrival/departure times
Arrive any time on May 2, 2015 and depart any time on May 9, 2015. Official check-in time is after 3pm on May 2, 2015. If you arrive early, you can store your luggage and enjoy the resort until your room is available.
Transfers to the resort
Your round trip transfers to and from Punta Cana (PUJ) airport are included on May 2, 2015 and May 9, 2015. We will request your flight information in advance to ensure you receive your transfer. The airport is approximately 10 minutes from the resort.
Dining & drinks
Enjoy all-inclusive meals – breakfast, lunch, dinner – in three restaurants.
Samana
Samana is an air-conditioned restaurant that offers everyday cuisine (buffet-style) from around the world, from sushi to fresh fish to Italian specialties.
Hispaniola
Hispaniola serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with its traditional buffets and features an oceanfront terrace.
Celeste Restaurant
The Celeste Restaurant offers all-day dining and personalized waiter service, featuring light fare such as hamburgers, salads and other grilled items.
Enjoy unlimited, included beverages at two different bars. (Premium liquors are an additional charge).
Cielo Bar
Located in the heart of the resort opposite the pool, this full-service bar is a perfect spot to enjoy a beverage with Olivia friends.
Celeste Beach Bar
Offering all day dining and drinks, this beachfront bar/restaurant offers personalized waiter service. And at night it comes to life with Olivia's signature night club.
Electricity
The rooms have 110 volt electricity, the same as the U.S.
Excursions
The resort offers a wide array of excursion options available at an extra charge. Offerings include catamaran snorkel trips, sunset cruises, scuba diving, deep sea fishing and golf outings at world-class courses. Excursions can be booked at the resort.
Gratuities
Gratuities are included in the cost of the trip.
Internet / e-mail / fax
There is an Internet Center at the resort with minute plans available. Wireless internet can also be used with your personal laptop under the internet plan. Pricing is posted at the resort and is subject to change.
Laundry and dry cleaning
Laundry and dry cleaning services are available at an extra cost.
Medical services
There is an infirmary at the resort. There is an extra cost for medical attention.
Resort Account
Upon arrival, you will be asked to register your credit card to open a resort account. With a resort account, you can bill services and purchases to your room during your stay.
Phone
Each room has a phone. There is an additional fee to use this phone. Phone rates will be available at the resort.
Smoking policy
Smoking is not permitted in rooms or in public indoor areas. Smoking is permitted on balconies and in designated outdoor smoking areas.
Sisters at Play & Friends
Olivia's Sisters at Play & Friends program is dedicated to promoting and celebrating diversity on our trips. Meet your Sisters at Play coordinator so you can find out about the special events we have planned for you during the week. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun.
Solo travelers
Traveling solo? Be sure to attend the Solos Welcome on the first day. Here you will meet your Olivia Solos Coordinator who will share your solos program for the week. We plan dozens of activities for our solo travelers, including a special designated solos excursion. In addition, we organize a special solos dining area for all meals and reserve a section for the nightly shows.
Spa services
Indulge and relax at the resorts luxurious L'Occitane spa featuring a mini infiniti pool for use when you book a spa treatment. Traditional massages, manicures, pedicures and spa packages are available at an extra cost.
Check out time
Check out is 11 am on May 9, 2015.
Transfers to the airport
Your transfer to the Punta Cana (PUJ) airport is included on May 9, 2015. Departure information will be available at the resort.
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2015 Punta Cana Paradise Resort Rates
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S - Deluxe Oceanfront Room with Concierge |
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753 square feet, the most spacious oceanfront accommodations with balcony offering two bedrooms (one room with a king bed, one room with fixed twin beds), two bathrooms, separate lounge area, two flat screen televisions, flat screen computer with complimentary internet access, espresso machine, iPod alarm clock, mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks (replenished daily), welcome gift, bathrobe, slippers, turn down service, flowers and fruit replenished daily, priority housekeeping (upon request), dedicated Concierge service, access to private Infiniti pool, champagne served by the glass nightly at the Concierge bar from at 6 – 11 p.m., breakfast room service (8 – 11 a.m.), day and evening room service (11 a.m. – 11 p.m. with $3 delivery charge).
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AA - Deluxe Two-Bedroom with Amenities |
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538 square feet, offering two bedrooms with separate lounge area and balcony. Mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks and replenished daily, bathrobe, slippers, branded toiletries, turn down service and standard amenities. GREAT for couples and solos.
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A+ - Deluxe Oceanview Room with Balcony and Amenities |
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365 square foot ocean view room offering bedroom with separate lounge area and balcony. Mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks and replenished daily, bathrobe, slippers, branded toiletries, turn down service and standard amenities.
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B+ - Deluxe Oceanview Room with Balcony |
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365 square foot ocean view room offering bedroom with separate lounge area, balcony and standard amenities. King bed only.
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C+ - Superior Oceanview Room with Balcony |
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365 square foot ocean view room offering bedroom with separate lounge area, balcony and standard amenities. King bed only.
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A - Deluxe Room with Balcony and Amenities |
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365 square foot room offering bedroom with separate lounge area and balcony. Mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks and replenished daily, bathrobe, slippers, branded toiletries, turn down service and standard amenities.
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CC - Superior Room with Balcony (Premium Location) |
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312 square foot centrally-located room offering bedroom with separate lounge area, balcony and standard amenities. King bed only.
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BB - Deluxe Room with Balcony (Premium Location) |
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365 square foot centrally-located room offering bedroom with separate lounge area, balcony and standard amenities.
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B1 - Deluxe Room with Balcony |
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365 square foot room offering bedroom with separate lounge area, balcony and standard amenities.
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Special Airfares
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Rates: Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Category S and AA rooms include additional fixed twin beds and can accommodate 3rd/4th occupancy. 3rd & 4th is $899 pp. Pricing does not include airfare, insurance or NDA of $249 per person (subject to change).
Early bird prices valid until November 3rd, 2014.
Availability updated weekly and is provided for informational purposes only. The accuracy is not guaranteed. Olivia & HappyGay Travel will not be held responsible for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies. It is advised for guests to check information provided on this site with an HappyGay Travel Travel Consultant.
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