Two Rivers Beach Resort - Dominican Republic

Situated in the heart of the Caribbean with 300 kilometres of the most beautiful shimmering beaches, the Dominican Republic is an enchanting Caribbean jewel that combines the breathtaking natural beauty of its diverse landscape with history, culture and year round sunshine. The Two Rivers Beach Resort is located on the stunning north coast of the Dominican Republic next to the renowned Playa Dorada Golf Club just 20 minutes from the Gregorio Luperon International Airport at Puerto Plata.

The Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean and year on year it is increasing in popularity as a tourist destination as it is ideal for those who are seeking a holiday that combines relaxation with a wide range of excursions and activities from every watersport imaginable to exploring the lush tropical rain forests and taking part in eco-tourism adventures.

The Two Rivers Beach Resort will be managed and maintained to the highest standard by world-class hotel company OASIS HOTELS & RESORTS. They are confident in providing the highest standards of quality, style and comfort for guests. The resort will also benefit from the efficiency of their global booking system and established online presence which will ensure maximum occupancy throughout the year.

Completion Date
The building of the resort will be starting shortly and the opening is scheduled for Summer 2011.

Site Visits
The on-site sales & marketing suite will be completed soon and will be staffed 7 days a week so there will be someone available to welcome you and guide you around the site when you visit. Please contact us to arrange your visit.

Introduction to the Dominican Republic

Situated in the heart of the Caribbean with 300 kilometres of the most beautiful shimmering beaches, the Dominican Republic is an enchanting Caribbean jewel that combines the breathtaking natural beauty of its diverse landscape with history, culture and year round sunshine. The Two Rivers Beach Resort is located on the stunning north coast of the Dominican Republic next to the renowned Playa Dorada Golf Club just 20 minutes from the Gregorio Luperon International Airport at Puerto Plata.

The Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean and year on year it is increasing in popularity as a tourist destination as it is ideal for those who are seeking a holiday that combines relaxation with a wide range of excursions and activities from every watersport imaginable to exploring the lush tropical rain forests and taking part in eco-tourism adventures.

The Dominican Republic occupies the eastern two-thirds of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola and is the second largest of the Greater Antilles islands; the remaining third of the island to the west is the Republic of Haiti.



The Two Rivers Beach Resort is situated on the stunning north coast of the Dominican Republic next to the renowned Playa Dorada Golf Club just 20 minutes from the Gregorio Luperon International Airport at Puerto Plata.

Things to see and do in the Dominican Republic

• Explore the 83 protected areas of natural beauty: 19 national parks, six scientific reserves, 32 natural monuments, 15 natural reserves, two marine sanctuaries and nine protected parcels of islands also called panoramic views.
• Browse galleries, antique shops and artist colonies in Santo Domingo, the charming Colonial capital city of the Dominican Republic and the oldest city in the New World, where Columbus’ remains are housed only blocks away from designer boutiques and gourmet restaurants.
• Climb Pico Duarte which is the highest mountain in the Caribbean and a hotspot for adventurous travellers.
• Take a guided tours through the jungle, canyons and 18 waterfalls of this stunning country.
• Watch the thousands of humpback whales near Cabarete which arrive between January and April every year to breed and care for their calves.
• Go fishing - recognised by fisherman as one of the best hideouts for dozens of species of prized fish the Dominican Republic hosts several international billfish tournaments each year, and many world records for mammoth fish have been broken in the waters surrounding the country. Off the coast of La Romana, the 50-pound tackle world record for Atlantic blue marlin was set with an 850-pound catch. To fight a marlin or reel-in a toothy barracuda, several charters are available throughout the country.
• Ride the waves and take advantage of the strong surf and powerful winds at Cabarete, considered to be one of the best locations for surfing, windsurfing and kiteboarding.
• Follow in the footsteps of former US presidents Bill Clinton and George H. Bush and tee off on some of the 21 spectacular golf courses designed by legends such as Pete Dye, P.B. Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Robert Trent Jones, Gary Player, Tom Fazio and Nick Faldo with oceanfront fairways and dogleg lefts around swaying coconut palms.
• Go sightseeing in Puerto Plata and discover the historic fort, Fuerte de San Felipe, the Brugal Rum Distillery, where you can take a guided tour of how they make their rum, the Amber Museum, and the Malecon or boardwalk, where you can find typical Dominican restaurants and enjoy views of the port and Atlantic Ocean. Take a cable car to the top of nearby Mount Isabel de Torres to see the botanical gardens and statue of Christ the Redeemer and have a spectacular view of Puerto Plata and surrounding areas.

Dominican Republic Key Facts

Population
9.2 million

Capital
Santo Domingo (second largest city is Santiago de los Caballeros)

Area
48,730 sq km/30,279 sq miles; 380km/235 miles long, 265km/165 miles wide at the extremes

Geography
The Dominican Republic is the second largest country in the Caribbean. It is divided into 6 regions - North Coast, South Central, Central, East Coast, North East Coast, & South West Coast with 31 provinces and one National District. Its terrain is mostly rugged highlands with towering peaks plunging down into lush valleys; the highest point is Pico Duarte - 3,175 metres. The country has 1,288 km of coastline of which 300 km is golden sandy beaches

Time difference
GMT -4 Hours

Language
Official language is Spanish; 1 million people are also fluent in Haitian Creole
Monetary unit Dominican Peso

Airport
There are 10 international airports in the Dominican Republic. Just 20 minutes from the Two Rivers Beach Resort is the Gregorio Luperon International Airport at Puerto Plata
Flight times 9.25 hours from London via Miami; 2 hours from Miami; 3.5 hours from New York. BA operates from London via Miami (American Airlines)

Climate
Tropical climate with little seasonal temperature variation averaging 28°c; average daily sunshine is 9 hours; seasonal rainfall between May and November

Location
The Dominican Republic occupies the eastern two-thirds of the Caribbean island called Hispaniola; the remaining third of the island to the west is the Republic of Haiti. Hispaniola is the second largest of the Greater Antilles islands, and lies between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.

Government
Presidential Republic – President - Leonel Fernandez is both the chief of state and head of government

Economy
Economic reforms launched in late 1994 contributed to exchange rate stabilisation and reduced inflation. The president instituted austerity measures to rescue the country from economic crisis, and in the first half of 2006 the economy grew 11.7%

Tourism
In 2004, the Dominican Republic welcomed 3.5 million tourists (29% of the Caribbean total) who spent in excess of US$ 3.4 billion (5% more than in 2003). Tourism accounted for 24% of GDP. High season – December to April

The Two Rivers Resort Amenities

Amenities

• The Two Rivers Reception provides a concierge service for guests to arrange restaurant and spa bookings, taxis and sightseeing tours.
• The Harlequin Sports Academy offers expert baseball, football and tennis coaching for people of all ages and abilities.
• The Harlequin Fitness Centre comprises a full range of cardiovascular and physical training equipment.
• The Island Sanctuary Spa has indoor and outdoor treatment suites providing a range of massages, beauty treatments and holistic therapies.
• Two Rivers has several bars and restaurants offering guests a choice of cuisine and ranging from fine dining to casual eating, including a Beach Club and restaurant over the sea.
• Several freshwater swimming pools, including a children's pool, are situated within the gardens, all with a concierge service for drinks and snacks.
• The Diving & Watersports Centre offers PADI tuition, snorkelling, catamaran sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and waterskiing.
• There is a preferred tee time agreement with the neighbouring world-renowned Playa Dorada Golf Club

For Children

• The Kid's Club provides day care for young children with closely supervised, fun-filled activities, age appropriate toys, puzzles and games.
• A baby-sitting service is available from 7pm until midnight.
• The Teen Club allows young adults aged 13+ to enjoy their own lounge with an adjoining games room providing pool, table tennis, tabletop football and a jukebox.

Island Sanctuary Spa

The Island Sanctuary Spa offers a range of luxurious and restorative treatments and therapies designed to stimulate, purify, soothe and de-toxify. All products work in harmony with nature and include hot stone therapies, hydrotherapy, Shiatsu, Aromatherapy, holistic body and Thai massages as well as a wide range of traditional beauty treatments. In this luxurious and graceful Spa you will discover a range of pools, steam, sauna and aroma rooms, sumptuous treatment suites and relaxation rooms designed for individuals or couples. Outdoor treatment suites are bordered by herb gardens and shaded by tropical vegetation and each contains a Yin-Yang bath for purification and restoration.

Yoga, Pilates, Reiki and meditation are also offered reflecting the Spa’s holistic focus. Leave feeling refreshed and with an enhanced sense of wellbeing.

Two Rivers Resort Site Plan

Details : Apartments

Located within the landscaped tropical gardens of the Two Rivers Beach Resort, the villas and apartments are constructed to the highest specifications, using the best quality local materials – tiles, stone and timber from sustainable sources – with oriental-style architecture to provide contemporary and spacious living accommodation.

All the villas and apartments are fully furnished with stylish, modern simplicity, featuring stone tile floors and hand crafted Caribbean mahogany furniture.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL:

• All rooms are air conditioned.
• Each bedroom has its own shower room.
• All villas and apartments have an interactive entertainment system with flat screen TV, internet access, stereo, inroom safe and telephone.
• All villas have a private jacuzzi.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY:

• Underwater springs supply abundant fresh water.
• Eco-friendly sources of power and waste disposal.

One Bed Apartments - 827 Sq Ft.

Hotel Suites - 400 Sq Ft.

Studio Suites - 688 Sq Ft.

Two Bed Apartments - 1139 Sq Ft.

Two Bed Wrap Around Apartments - 1336 Sq Ft.

Details : Bali Villas

Located within the landscaped tropical gardens of the Two Rivers Beach Resort, the villas and apartments are constructed to the highest specifications, using the best quality local materials – tiles, stone and timber from sustainable sources – with oriental-style architecture to provide contemporary and spacious living accommodation.

All the villas and apartments are fully furnished with stylish, modern simplicity, featuring stone tile floors and hand crafted Caribbean mahogany furniture.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL:

• All rooms are air conditioned.
• Each bedroom has its own shower room.
• All villas and apartments have an interactive entertainment system with flat screen TV, internet access, stereo, inroom safe and telephone.
• All villas have a private jacuzzi.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY:

• Underwater springs supply abundant fresh water.
• Eco-friendly sources of power and waste disposal.

2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Bali Villa. 137.5 sq. m

3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Bali Villa. 137.5 sq. m

3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Bali Villa. 165 sq. m

4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom Bali Villa. 165 sq. m

Details : Penang Villas

Located within the landscaped tropical gardens of the Two Rivers Beach Resort, the villas and apartments are constructed to the highest specifications, using the best quality local materials – tiles, stone and timber from sustainable sources – with oriental-style architecture to provide contemporary and spacious living accommodation.

All the villas and apartments are fully furnished with stylish, modern simplicity, featuring stone tile floors and hand crafted Caribbean mahogany furniture.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL:

• All rooms are air conditioned.
• Each bedroom has its own shower room.
• All villas and apartments have an interactive entertainment system with flat screen TV, internet access, stereo, inroom safe and telephone.
• All villas have a private jacuzzi.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY:

• Underwater springs supply abundant fresh water.
• Eco-friendly sources of power and waste disposal.

3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Penang Villa. 235 sq. m

4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom Penang Villa. 285 sq. m

Details : Thai Villas

Located within the landscaped tropical gardens of the Two Rivers Beach Resort, the villas and apartments are constructed to the highest specifications, using the best quality local materials – tiles, stone and timber from sustainable sources – with oriental-style architecture to provide contemporary and spacious living accommodation.

All the villas and apartments are fully furnished with stylish, modern simplicity, featuring stone tile floors and hand crafted Caribbean mahogany furniture.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL:

• All rooms are air conditioned.
• Each bedroom has its own shower room.
• All villas and apartments have an interactive entertainment system with flat screen TV, internet access, stereo, inroom safe and telephone.
• All villas have a private jacuzzi.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY:

• Underwater springs supply abundant fresh water.
• Eco-friendly sources of power and waste disposal

Luxury 4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom Thai Villa. 350 sq. m

Luxury 5 Bedroom, 5 Bathroom Thai Villa. 400 sq. m

Luxury 6 Bedroom, 6 Bathroom Thai Villa. 450 sq. m

Two Rivers Resort - Why Invest?

• The Dominican Republic is a major tourist destination for sunseekers and thrill-seekers alike.
• There is a huge demand for hotel accommodation as it is increasing in popularity as a tourist destination.
• There are currently very few 5 Star resorts in the Dominican Republic
• The Dominican Republic is a safe investment with opportunity for profit because:

• The Dominican Republic has tax-free status – no buying taxes, capital gains tax and inheritance tax.

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