Seems to be something gone wrong, I haven't received my monthly newsletter in my email, it was like a monthly ritual.
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Seems to be something gone wrong, I haven't received my monthly newsletter in my email, it was like a monthly ritual.
I'm getting my newsletter twice a month as always.
[QUOTE=Lakeside32;1741692]Seems to be something gone wrong, I haven't received my monthly newsletter in my email, it was like a monthly ritual.[/QUOTE]
Saludos to all from, John, the original and still owner of Blackbeards.
Apparently the Coconut Telegraph has "blown a nut" somewhere by reporting that I sold the hotel or plan to close it after 13 successful years. This is absolutely not true, and additionally, I don't have any partners either. Although I have been absent recently for personal reasons, I continue to invest heavily in improvements in all areas of the business. Just follow our newsletter for current updates.
As of last week however, I have decided to retire and sell the hotel. I guess that when I received my application for Medicare, my friends told me that it was MY time to relax, sit by the pool and drink a few beers with a good looking Chica! In the meantime, absolutely nothing will change. All of my employees are fully aware of the sale and have agreed to stay and expect that the new owner will keep them employed.
If you would like more details about the Hotel / Sale Simply Google Search "Blackbeards Hotel For Sale" and you will get what you need. The site is not completely finished so bare with us for a few more weeks.
Personally, I think the hotel is running better than ever, and now would be a great time to visit. I hope this puts an end to all of the rumors and we all look forward to seeing you soon.
Gracias
[QUOTE=Lakeside32;1741692]Seems to be something gone wrong, I haven't received my monthly newsletter in my email, it was like a monthly ritual.[/QUOTE]Maybe they are taking time off to enlarge the pictures. Just kidding. Did you check your spam filter?
[QUOTE=Lou32;1742190]Maybe they are taking time off to enlarge the pictures. Just kidding. Did you check your spam filter?[/QUOTE]Normally the newsletter is spot on, arriving the top of the month. So I guess the question is, has anyone received the July edition?
[QUOTE=ElPirata;1742167]Saludos to all from, John, the original and still owner of Blackbeards.
Apparently the Coconut Telegraph has "blown a nut" somewhere by reporting that I sold the hotel or plan to close it after 13 successful years. This is absolutely not true, and additionally, I don't have any partners either. Although I have been absent recently for personal reasons, I continue to invest heavily in improvements in all areas of the business. Just follow our newsletter for current updates.
As of last week however, I have decided to retire and sell the hotel. I guess that when I received my application for Medicare, my friends told me that it was MY time to relax, sit by the pool and drink a few beers with a good looking Chica! In the meantime, absolutely nothing will change. All of my employees are fully aware of the sale and have agreed to stay and expect that the new owner will keep them employed.
If you would like more details about the Hotel / Sale Simply Google Search "Blackbeards Hotel For Sale" and you will get what you need. The site is not completely finished so bare with us for a few more weeks.
Personally, I think the hotel is running better than ever, and now would be a great time to visit. I hope this puts an end to all of the rumors and we all look forward to seeing you soon.
Gracias[/QUOTE]Well, I can only hope the new owner does as good a job of maintaining what has already been achieved.
The place is unique, in that it is the ONLY well-managed operation in that environment.
It would be a terrible loss, both for those on this forum, and the Dominicans it employs.
Mucha suerte, Capitan.
[QUOTE=Lakeside32;1741692]Seems to be something gone wrong, I haven't received my monthly newsletter in my email, it was like a monthly ritual.[/QUOTE]They sent one on June 19. There is a good chance the next installment will come after this weekend.
[QUOTE=ElPirata;1742167]Saludos to all from, John, the original and still owner of Blackbeards.
Apparently the Coconut Telegraph has "blown a nut" somewhere by reporting that I sold the hotel or plan to close it after 13 successful years. This is absolutely not true, and additionally, I don't have any partners either. Although I have been absent recently for personal reasons, I continue to invest heavily in improvements in all areas of the business. Just follow our newsletter for current updates.
As of last week however, I have decided to retire and sell the hotel. I guess that when I received my application for Medicare, my friends told me that it was MY time to relax, sit by the pool and drink a few beers with a good looking Chica! In the meantime, absolutely nothing will change. All of my employees are fully aware of the sale and have agreed to stay and expect that the new owner will keep them employed.
If you would like more details about the Hotel / Sale Simply Google Search "Blackbeards Hotel For Sale" and you will get what you need. The site is not completely finished so bare with us for a few more weeks.
Personally, I think the hotel is running better than ever, and now would be a great time to visit. I hope this puts an end to all of the rumors and we all look forward to seeing you soon.
Gracias[/QUOTE]Congratulations on your retirement. I wish you the best! I know that you have always looked out for the hotel, the staff, and the guests! I know you will look for a new owner who will devote as much time and energy towards the place as you did. We can only hope that the new owner (s) will take as much pride in the reputation as you have over the years.
[QUOTE=Lou32;1742190]Maybe they are taking time off to enlarge the pictures. Just kidding. Did you check your spam filter?[/QUOTE]Seriously, please make the pictures at least a little bigger. I. e. Viewable on a phone without distortion.
[QUOTE=ElPirata;1742167]Saludos to all from, John, the original and still owner of Blackbeards.
Apparently the Coconut Telegraph has "blown a nut" somewhere by reporting that I sold the hotel or plan to close it after 13 successful years. This is absolutely not true, and additionally, I don't have any partners either. Although I have been absent recently for personal reasons, I continue to invest heavily in improvements in all areas of the business. Just follow our newsletter for current updates.
As of last week however, I have decided to retire and sell the hotel. I guess that when I received my application for Medicare, my friends told me that it was MY time to relax, sit by the pool and drink a few beers with a good looking Chica! In the meantime, absolutely nothing will change. All of my employees are fully aware of the sale and have agreed to stay and expect that the new owner will keep them employed.
If you would like more details about the Hotel / Sale Simply Google Search "Blackbeards Hotel For Sale" and you will get what you need. The site is not completely finished so bare with us for a few more weeks.
Personally, I think the hotel is running better than ever, and now would be a great time to visit. I hope this puts an end to all of the rumors and we all look forward to seeing you soon.
Gracias[/QUOTE]Congratulations on your retirement! As others have already stated, running a successful business for as long as you have in a difficult business environment like the DR is something to be proud of. Blackbeards has shaped the nightlife scene on the Northern Coast. We all hope that you stick around to tell some tall tales around the proverbial campfire!
Salud!
Newbie here so would appreciate any input / pointers -.
1. BB is picking me up from STI, so where should I exchange US $ to pesos? Airport, inside BB or somewhere on the way?
2. I would like to minimize exchanging currencies back and forth, what is the best strategy here as few places take US $ like BB and hotel Casa Cayene in Sosua? Only time I will need pesos is for Chicas and food / drinks. Should I budget for 2-3 days and then repeat? I am in DR for 1 week with 3 days in BB and 4 days in Sosua.
3. If I get bored in Sosua, is there a public transportation to take me to Punta Cana? It is 5 hours by road so looking for economical alternatives instead of taxi. I don't want to drive in DR so car rental is not an option.
4. Anything to take for Chicas like some gifts? Looking for some GFE action as well and not just sports fucking.
5. Any places with good WiFi within walking distance of BB and near beach in Sosua? I have heard BB wi-fi is pretty bad.
6. Any wingman in Sosua during July 11-15th and wanted to guide this newbie! Drinks / lunch on me.
Thank a ton!
Sam
1. If you arrive to Costambar between 8 am and 9 pm ask a driver to stop near Jenny supermarket.
2. Exchange a little more than you think you need during stay at BB at once.
3. You'll have to use 3 different buses, bad idea for such a short stay.
4. Ebay, Amazon, Walmart and Marshalls / TJMaxx for perfume and / or clothing items.
5. Not that bad anymore, 3 Mbits is typical download speed. If it stops working try another spot 10 ft away or ask at reception for router reset.
Spend more time reading forums.
[QUOTE=PitrSam1;1743485]Newbie here so would appreciate any input / pointers -.
1. BB is picking me up from STI, so where should I exchange US $ to pesos? Airport, inside BB or somewhere on the way?
2. I would like to minimize exchanging currencies back and forth, what is the best strategy here as few places take US $ like BB and hotel Casa Cayene in Sosua? Only time I will need pesos is for Chicas and food / drinks. Should I budget for 2-3 days and then repeat? I am in DR for 1 week with 3 days in BB and 4 days in Sosua.
3. If I get bored in Sosua, is there a public transportation to take me to Punta Cana? It is 5 hours by road so looking for economical alternatives instead of taxi. I don't want to drive in DR so car rental is not an option.
4. Anything to take for Chicas like some gifts? Looking for some GFE action as well and not just sports fucking.
5. Any places with good WiFi within walking distance of BB and near beach in Sosua? I have heard BB wi-fi is pretty bad.
6. Any wingman in Sosua during July 11-15th and wanted to guide this newbie! Drinks / lunch on me.
Thank a ton!
Sam[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=PitrSam1;1743485]If I get bored in Sosua, is there a public transportation to take me to Punta Cana? [/QUOTE]That is like saying "If I get thirsty in Las Vegas, could someone drop me off in Death Valley".
[QUOTE=Bliadun]Spend more time reading forums. [/QUOTE]
This!
[QUOTE=PitrSam1;1743485]Newbie here so would appreciate any input / pointers -.
1. BB is picking me up from STI, so where should I exchange US $ to pesos? Airport, inside BB or somewhere on the way?
2. I would like to minimize exchanging currencies back and forth, what is the best strategy here as few places take US $ like BB and hotel Casa Cayene in Sosua? Only time I will need pesos is for Chicas and food / drinks. Should I budget for 2-3 days and then repeat? I am in DR for 1 week with 3 days in BB and 4 days in Sosua.
3. If I get bored in Sosua, is there a public transportation to take me to Punta Cana? It is 5 hours by road so looking for economical alternatives instead of taxi. I don't want to drive in DR so car rental is not an option.
4. Anything to take for Chicas like some gifts? Looking for some GFE action as well and not just sports fucking.
5. Any places with good WiFi within walking distance of BB and near beach in Sosua? I have heard BB wi-fi is pretty bad.
6. Any wingman in Sosua during July 11-15th and wanted to guide this newbie! Drinks / lunch on me.
Thank a ton!
Sam[/QUOTE]You've already gotten good advice on two posts, so I'll just say since this is your first time, your impressions of BB and Sosua would be of interest.
P.S.: (If you only have a week, drop any idea of travel from Sosua to Punta Cana. Would be an all-day affair by bus.).
If bored in Sosua, suggest dropping by Field of Dreams; its at least on the way from BB to Sosua, so, doable for a short day-trip.
[QUOTE=PitrSam1;1743485]Newbie here so would appreciate any input / pointers -.
1. BB is picking me up from STI, so where should I exchange US $ to pesos? Airport, inside BB or somewhere on the way?
2. I would like to minimize exchanging currencies back and forth, what is the best strategy here as few places take US $ like BB and hotel Casa Cayene in Sosua? Only time I will need pesos is for Chicas and food / drinks. Should I budget for 2-3 days and then repeat? I am in DR for 1 week with 3 days in BB and 4 days in Sosua.
3. If I get bored in Sosua, is there a public transportation to take me to Punta Cana? It is 5 hours by road so looking for economical alternatives instead of taxi. I don't want to drive in DR so car rental is not an option.
4. Anything to take for Chicas like some gifts? Looking for some GFE action as well and not just sports fucking.
5. Any places with good WiFi within walking distance of BB and near beach in Sosua? I have heard BB wi-fi is pretty bad.
6. Any wingman in Sosua during July 11-15th and wanted to guide this newbie! Drinks / lunch on me.
Thank a ton!
Sam[/QUOTE]1 has already been answered, so.
2. I would recommend exchanging $100 or so for each day you will be at BBs. Depending upon your appetites. That should leave you with a little bit left over, so you don't have to immediately change more when you get to Sosua.
3. If you get bored in Sosua, go to Cabrete or Puerto Plata, or even Santiago. You will waste an entire day going to Punta Cana. Better yet, go on one of the many excursions available. They have information at Casa Cayena.
4. Already answered, but for such a short stay, it's probably a waste of money. You might find some GFE action, if so a few more pesos is a good reward, but giving gifts up front will not get you GFE, it will get you GMM, Giveme more money.
5. I had no trouble with BB WiFi. No issues at all.
6. If you're staying at Casa Cayena, there will be several veterans sitting around at breakfast and dinner. Most will be happy to give a few tips. You won't need much. Within 200 feet of Casa Cayena you will have had at least one offer of a massage (600 DOP for 1 hour, 1000 more for a happy ending). Before you've gone 3 blocks, you'll get at least one more massage offer and 2 or 3 approaches from women on the street. At night that number goes up to 15 to 30.
The food is great at Casa Cayena, and also across the street at El Rancho hotel. Sinatra's and Baileys are good, but a bit pricey. I also recommend Chez Mon, diagonal from Rumbas (ground zero for chicas). Brittania is another choice.
In Sosua, everything is within walking distance from Casa Cayena.
At BBs besides taking a chica to your room (1800 DOP for short time, 3400 for all night) you can take chicas to the jacuzzi. Typically 2 will approach, for 500 DOP each. It's a good way to spend an hour, getting tag team BJs and it gives you a look at what's hidden beneath the clothes. What looks great dressed, doesn't always look great undressed. It's also a good test run for deciding who to take to your room.
Have fun.