Santo Domingo

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline; 1142041]I was two blocks away from Playboy Palace so after reading BQ Ribs email with the 'do not forget to visit Playboy Palace note' I decided to visit the place. The street that connects Paseo del Conde to Playboy Palace street is dark, it was 8:00 p. M, I recognized the place because of a picture posted in the forum. I pushed the bell but nobody answered, I tried a couple of times more, no answer. I called and one of the girls told me they were showering, a non verbal action for: 'we do not expect more clients today'. A minute later Rosa opened the door wearing a towel. Rosa is the big tits blonde that appears in the Mundo Anuncio classified ad pictures, the girl I wanted to see. She is a little chubby but has a pretty face, big tits. At that time there were 5 other girls in the place, ranking for the girls were from 'mmmm! ' to 'no, thank you'. Rosa told me that there are 15 girls working there and that they send off a couple of the original girls because of some complaints. I asked her about the 1000 pesos special and she replied 'let me ask the manager'. My brain, moistened by some Presidentes reasoned 'it is no good, they are going to try to profit on me'. She told me it is 1500 for two chicas plus 500 for the room. Then she began to seduce me while I was drinking a beer, another girl grabbed me on some body parts I can't mention here because I went to church once in 1997 and it is a sin to mention words like cock. They convinced me I paid 2000 plus the beer.

We entered a room with an a / see see that was near the ceiling at 300 meters of distance. It was not that high but the ceiling is high. That air conditioner was not enough potent to cool the room but at least it worked a little. I was kissing titty blonde and playing with her tits while the other was giving me a BBBJ. We moved to the bed and continued the foreplay, the brunette chica took a condom and put it on me. Then she was on me and I was in her. I was more interested in busty blonde than in her, I noticed milk on Rosa's breasts. Brunette moved out, another condom and then Rosa was riding over me. Brunette chica left the room while I was with Rosa, I was not interested in her anyway. I cum while Rosa was over me but it was so nice that I left her ride a little more. A little milk from her breasts spurted into one of my eyes while she was riding me. The other girl entered and they were naked beside me. We chatted a little, Rosa told me the place is owned by her best friend and her friend's husband. They opened a few months ago. We dressed and moved to the bar area. Rosa began with the girlfriend game in the bar area, she was with the how cute, nice I was etc. That she felt in love with me, that it is the first time that happened to her and that she was sorry I was leaving in hours back to Puerto Rico. She was deep kissing me as if she was my girlfriend. This part was as nice as sex with her. I detected she was seducing me to began a WU relation but who cares, I was enjoying the moment. I told Rosa I have a friend in Puerto Rico that looks similar to her and asked if she was a twin. The most surprising thing is that they both have the same last names but inverted. I have to investigate that, LOL. She requested my msn, we have had a few msn webcam sessions. Later on Monday after I was back home I read Playboy Palace Mundo Anuncio ad for the day I visited the place: '1000 pesos one chica. 1500 two chicas, free room with air conditioner plus a welcome drink or beer for free. I paid 500 pesos for the room and I do not know hom much for the beer. At least I got a free shot of breast milk, LOL. If you decide to visit the place check if there is a chica you like, at least I can certify that the chicas on classified ads works there, pics are not fake as some people on mundo anuncio stated. Ask for the 1000 pesos special, the 2 chicas for 1500 is not worth it, no real 3some experience. On my way from PP to my hotel I saw street girls back of Parque Independencia near the TV station. Is that a tranvestite area?

I spent my last 3 hours with my sexy driver and my busty amiga, two girls I usually spent time with for non sex company. We had a nice time on Adrian Tropical. The girls took me back to Riazor, I was tempted to go to Coppa but once I touched my bed it was zzzzzzzzzz!

Short comments:

I exchanged at 37. 6 at Franks, two days later at 37. 75 in Boca Chica exchange house on Duarte St.

Viagra works better than la Pela. I have read that 10% of all pills sold in the world are fake and that percentage is higher with erectile dysfunction pills. I felt no side effects while using la Pela, I felt the heat and the other side effects related to Viagra use. I get my Viagra pill for free from a friend that works at Walgreens.[/QUOTE]Very funny.

Thanks for posting the taxi prices in your prior posts. With Apolo you paid less than 200 pesos for most of your taxi cab rides. I will put the phone number of Apolo taxi in my DR cell.

I would like to thank the entire contributor's on ISG forum that made this trip possible it is much appreciated! The Google Santo Domingo map is a must have and its awesome to get a sense of location, distance, directions, and important notes.

Since this is my First trip to DR and not speaking Spanish, this forum gave me all the insights to have a successful fun trip so far. Still in Santo Domingo and giving a short trip report while everything is still fresh in the mind.

Sunday landing early evening at SDQ, purchased 2 Baileys Irish Cream Coffee (The locals love the re-freshment) 1 liter bottles for 35USD at duty free baggage claim arrival area, there is another duty free shop before the arrival area, don't purchase from that one unless you like higher prices. Upstairs on the 2nd floor is the Pharmacy and also caught a taxi from the departure area for 30USD, the taxi dispatcher wanted 35usd originally until I started walking away. Off to the Hostel Riazor which was around 30 min ride, paid 60USD single with balcony which includes a safe (with a key, bummer) , not a bad lite breakfast which has coffee, juice, and small portion of eggs / meat with outdoor seating to enjoy the ambience. The person's managing the front desk can speak English. Since my room is on the 1st floor (really 2nd floor) can get a weak Wi-Fi internet connection. I would rate this 2. 5 star hotel which is clean, decor is nice and guest friendly. This could be a deal breaker for some people, there is construction noise going on between the hotel and the restaurant which starts after 8am.

305 is pretty accurate on what other's has reviewed, owner and Willie the manager speaks good English. Willie was very helpful and he also got an employee to get me a Claro 500 min pre-paid sim chip for 800RD.

GPB is like other's have talked about this place is pretty awesome if you don't mind the furnishings.

Once outside Hostel Riazor, just make a left and walked down a few blocks Av. Independence has a pharmacy (bank inside & cell phone sim cards) , supermarket, restaurant, small store called Colmado Altagracia on Av. Independencia no. 25 the owner speak a little English to purchase small items like water, soda, snacks and the price is reasonable.

To be continued;

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1142041]I was two blocks away from Playboy Palace so after reading BQ Ribs email with the 'do not forget to visit Playboy Palace note' I decided to visit the place. The street that connects Paseo del Conde to Playboy Palace street is dark, it was 8:00 p. M, I recognized the place because of a picture posted in the forum. I pushed the bell but nobody answered, I tried a couple of times more, no answer. I called and one of the girls told me they were showering, a non verbal action for: 'we do not expect more clients today'. A minute later Rosa opened the door wearing a towel. Rosa is the big tits blonde that appears in the Mundo Anuncio classified ad pictures, the girl I wanted to see. She is a little chubby but has a pretty face, big tits...I asked her about the 1000 pesos special and she replied 'let me ask the manager'. My brain, moistened by some Presidentes reasoned 'it is no good, they are going to try to profit on me'. She told me it is 1500 for two chicas plus 500 for the room... Later on Monday after I was back home I read Playboy Palace Mundo Anuncio ad for the day I visited the place: '1000 pesos one chica. 1500 two chicas, free room with air conditioner plus a welcome drink or beer for free. I paid 500 pesos for the room and I do not know hom much for the beer. At least I got a free shot of breast milk, LOL.[/QUOTE]From Mundo Anuncio: "if you want pleasure and tenderness just have to visit in payboy palace, with new girls sexy and tender, You going to have a good time, we have a special girl in 1000 why 2 girls by 1500, we also welcome drink and much more, daring and sexy girls 829-691-3831 or 829-721-7444"; [url]http://santodomingo.mundoanuncio.com.do/chicas-atrevidas-y-sexy-829-691-3831-0-829-721-7444-iid-179923798[/url]

Photos from Mundo Anuncio advertisement for Playboy Palace, Zona Colonial.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline;1142041]...............Later on Monday after I was back home I read Playboy Palace Mundo Anuncio ad for the day I visited the place: '1000 pesos one chica. 1500 two chicas, free room with air conditioner plus a welcome drink or beer for free. I paid 500 pesos for the room and I do not know hom much for the beer. At least I got a free shot of breast milk, LOL.....................[/QUOTE]Thanks for the Playboy Palace update. My first visit several months ago PP was really, really bad. Looks like they are starting to improve. The PP has a pretty good location and the prices are very resonable. If they just make a few improvements they will give GBP a run for the money.

So was the breast milk nice and sweet?

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline; 1142041].......

Short comments:

I exchanged at 37. 6 at Franks, two days later at 37. 75 in Boca Chica exchange house on Duarte St. [/QUOTE]I usually stop in Boca Chica upon arrival for a few hours before going to SD. Last few trips I have been exchanging USD on Calle Duarte and surprisingly getting a fairly decent rate. For me it is a little easier than going to Franks once I hit SD.

Thanks for the DR updates.

[QUOTE=BoricuaOnline; 1142041]I was two blocks away from Playboy Palace so after reading BQ Ribs email with the 'do not forget to visit Playboy Palace note' I decided to visit the place. The street that connects Paseo del Conde to Playboy Palace street is dark, it was 8:00 p. M, I recognized the place because of a picture posted in the forum. I pushed the bell but nobody answered, I tried a couple of times more, no answer. I called and one of the girls told me they were showering, a non verbal action for: 'we do not expect more clients today'. A minute later Rosa opened the door wearing a towel. Rosa is the big tits blonde that appears in the Mundo Anuncio classified ad pictures, the girl I wanted to see. She is a little chubby but has a pretty face, big tits. At that time there were 5 other girls in the place, ranking for the girls were from 'mmmm! ' to 'no, thank you'. Rosa told me that there are 15 girls working there and that they send off a couple of the original girls because of some complaints. I asked her about the 1000 pesos special and she replied 'let me ask the manager'. My brain, moistened by some Presidentes reasoned 'it is no good, they are going to try to profit on me'. She told me it is 1500 for two chicas plus 500 for the room. Then she began to seduce me while I was drinking a beer, another girl grabbed me on some body parts I can't mention here because I went to church once in 1997 and it is a sin to mention words like cock. They convinced me I paid 2000 plus the beer.

We entered a room with an a / see see that was near the ceiling at 300 meters of distance. It was not that high but the ceiling is high. That air conditioner was not enough potent to cool the room but at least it worked a little. I was kissing titty blonde and playing with her tits while the other was giving me a BBBJ. We moved to the bed and continued the foreplay, the brunette chica took a condom and put it on me. Then she was on me and I was in her. I was more interested in busty blonde than in her, I noticed milk on Rosa's breasts. Brunette moved out, another condom and then Rosa was riding over me. Brunette chica left the room while I was with Rosa, I was not interested in her anyway. I cum while Rosa was over me but it was so nice that I left her ride a little more. A little milk from her breasts spurted into one of my eyes while she was riding me. The other girl entered and they were naked beside me. We chatted a little, Rosa told me the place is owned by her best friend and her friend's husband. They opened a few months ago. We dressed and moved to the bar area. Rosa began with the girlfriend game in the bar area, she was with the how cute, nice I was etc. That she felt in love with me, that it is the first time that happened to her and that she was sorry I was leaving in hours back to Puerto Rico. She was deep kissing me as if she was my girlfriend. This part was as nice as sex with her. I detected she was seducing me to began a WU relation but who cares, I was enjoying the moment. I told Rosa I have a friend in Puerto Rico that looks similar to her and asked if she was a twin. The most surprising thing is that they both have the same last names but inverted. I have to investigate that, LOL. She requested my msn, we have had a few msn webcam sessions. Later on Monday after I was back home I read Playboy Palace Mundo Anuncio ad for the day I visited the place: '1000 pesos one chica. 1500 two chicas, free room with air conditioner plus a welcome drink or beer for free. I paid 500 pesos for the room and I do not know hom much for the beer. At least I got a free shot of breast milk, LOL. If you decide to visit the place check if there is a chica you like, at least I can certify that the chicas on classified ads works there, pics are not fake as some people on mundo anuncio stated. Ask for the 1000 pesos special, the 2 chicas for 1500 is not worth it, no real 3some experience. On my way from PP to my hotel I saw street girls back of Parque Independencia near the TV station. Is that a tranvestite area?

I spent my last 3 hours with my sexy driver and my busty amiga, two girls I usually spent time with for non sex company. We had a nice time on Adrian Tropical. The girls took me back to Riazor, I was tempted to go to Coppa but once I touched my bed it was zzzzzzzzzz!

Short comments:

I exchanged at 37. 6 at Franks, two days later at 37. 75 in Boca Chica exchange house on Duarte St.

Viagra works better than la Pela. I have read that 10% of all pills sold in the world are fake and that percentage is higher with erectile dysfunction pills. I felt no side effects while using la Pela, I felt the heat and the other side effects related to Viagra use. I get my Viagra pill for free from a friend that works at Walgreens. [/QUOTE]I been to church once. Great line!

[QUOTE=GuyLuvsParty; 1142259]I would like to thank the entire contributor's on ISG forum that made this trip possible it is much appreciated! The Google Santo Domingo map is a must have and its awesome to get a sense of location, distance, directions, and important notes.

Since this is my First trip to DR and not speaking Spanish, this forum gave me all the insights to have a successful fun trip so far. Still in Santo Domingo and giving a short trip report while everything is still fresh in the mind.

Sunday landing early evening at SDQ, purchased 2 Baileys Irish Cream Coffee (The locals love the re-freshment) 1 liter bottles for 35USD at duty free baggage claim arrival area, there is another duty free shop before the arrival area, don't purchase from that one unless you like higher prices. Upstairs on the 2nd floor is the Pharmacy and also caught a taxi from the departure area for 30USD, the taxi dispatcher wanted 35usd originally until I started walking away. Off to the Hostel Riazor which was around 30 min ride, paid 60USD single with balcony which includes a safe (with a key, bummer) , not a bad lite breakfast which has coffee, juice, and small portion of eggs / meat with outdoor seating to enjoy the ambience. The person's managing the front desk can speak English. Since my room is on the 1st floor (really 2nd floor) can get a weak Wi-Fi internet connection. I would rate this 2. 5 star hotel which is clean, decor is nice and guest friendly. This could be a deal breaker for some people, there is construction noise going on between the hotel and the restaurant which starts after 8am.

305 is pretty accurate on what other's has reviewed, owner and Willie the manager speaks good English. Willie was very helpful and he also got an employee to get me a Claro 500 min pre-paid sim chip for 800RD.

GPB is like other's have talked about this place is pretty awesome if you don't mind the furnishings.

Once outside Hostel Riazor, just make a left and walked down a few blocks Av. Independence has a pharmacy (bank inside & cell phone sim cards) , supermarket, restaurant, small store called Colmado Altagracia on Av. Independencia no. 25 the owner speak a little English to purchase small items like water, soda, snacks and the price is reasonable.

To be continued; [/QUOTE]Make a left out the Riazor and walk two blocks, turn left on calle cervantes and one block up is la cadena supermarket, which has good prices. I bought a 750ml bottle of Baileys there for 500 pesos ($13US).

Colmados sometimes try to overcharge gringos.

The Baileys at the airport, in the US it is usually two bottles for around $40US, at the SDQ airport around $18 per bottle.

[QUOTE=GuyLuvsParty; 1142259]I would like to thank the entire contributor's on ISG forum that made this trip possible it is much appreciated! The Google Santo Domingo map is a must have and its awesome to get a sense of location, distance, directions, and important notes.

Since this is my First trip to DR and not speaking Spanish, this forum gave me all the insights to have a successful fun trip so far. Still in Santo Domingo and giving a short trip report while everything is still fresh in the mind.

Sunday landing early evening at SDQ, purchased 2 Baileys Irish Cream Coffee (The locals love the re-freshment) 1 liter bottles for 35USD at duty free baggage claim arrival area, there is another duty free shop before the arrival area, don't purchase from that one unless you like higher prices. Upstairs on the 2nd floor is the Pharmacy and also caught a taxi from the departure area for 30USD, the taxi dispatcher wanted 35usd originally until I started walking away. Off to the Hostel Riazor which was around 30 min ride, paid 60USD single with balcony which includes a safe (with a key, bummer) , not a bad lite breakfast which has coffee, juice, and small portion of eggs / meat with outdoor seating to enjoy the ambience. The person's managing the front desk can speak English. Since my room is on the 1st floor (really 2nd floor) can get a weak Wi-Fi internet connection. I would rate this 2. 5 star hotel which is clean, decor is nice and guest friendly. This could be a deal breaker for some people, there is construction noise going on between the hotel and the restaurant which starts after 8am.

305 is pretty accurate on what other's has reviewed, owner and Willie the manager speaks good English. Willie was very helpful and he also got an employee to get me a Claro 500 min pre-paid sim chip for 800RD.

GPB is like other's have talked about this place is pretty awesome if you don't mind the furnishings.

Once outside Hostel Riazor, just make a left and walked down a few blocks Av. Independence has a pharmacy (bank inside & cell phone sim cards) , supermarket, restaurant, small store called Colmado Altagracia on Av. Independencia no. 25 the owner speak a little English to purchase small items like water, soda, snacks and the price is reasonable.

To be continued; [/QUOTE]That is a deal breaker with my crew we are coming back like late April and they feel like any decent hotel should have a good wi fi connection or wired internet connection in the room these days.

I am arriving tonight in Santo Domingo and I need arrival and departure transportation to this hotel. Does any one have any suggestions. I have not made any resorvations for airport pick-up.

[QUOTE=Pantherman38;1142881]I am arriving tonight in Santo Domingo and I need arrival and departure transportation to this hotel. Does any one have any suggestions. I have not made any resorvations for airport pick-up.[/QUOTE]There are taxis at the airport. Cost to the Jaragua about $40US.

[url]http://www.apolotaxi.com/ApoloTaxi/Bienvenidos.html[/url]

Apollo Taxi, Santo Domingo, (809) 537-0000, Office (809) 537-1245.

[url]http://www.a2btransfers.com/[/url]

A2B Airport transfers, offers shared transfers, for around $16US each way.

Boricua Online has the phone number of a taxi driver who charges about $28US.

If you take the escalator to the second floor of the airport and go outside, you might be able to get a better deal from a taxi driver who has just dropped off passengers.

When at the Jaragua, there are always taxis around there or you can call Apolo or use A2B or someone else.

[QUOTE=Mardonius;1142864]That is a deal breaker with my crew we are coming back like late April and they feel like any decent hotel should have a good wi fi connection or wired internet connection in the room these days.[/QUOTE]Yeah it's a bummer, don't understand what's soo hard about getting wi-fi to all the rooms!

I lucked out with the 1st floor room and right under my floor is the wireless router. It would be a pain in the butt to lug the lappy back and forth to the lobby area. Pros for this hotel is on a busy street, clean, English, close to the action, near by retailers, guest friendly and restaurant next door for eat in or room service. Cons, no freakin internet in all the rooms, key safe, and now construction noise. So far the noise has not been a issue for me, been way too tired to hear it and it's not always constance. Guess out of those cons my only issue is the key for the safe. Bahahaha

[QUOTE=Jaosousa; 1142777]Make a left out the Riazor and walk two blocks, turn left on calle cervantes and one block up is la cadena supermarket, which has good prices. I bought a 750ml bottle of Baileys there for 500 pesos ($13US).

Colmados sometimes try to overcharge gringos.

The Baileys at the airport, in the US it is usually two bottles for around $40US, at the SDQ airport around $18 per bottle.[/QUOTE]I visted the la cadena supermarket, great selections and prices compared to stores around the area.

Inside looks like a regular supermarket instead of all those mom & pop stores.

Jaosousa. LOL, I'm sure he does (at least when he asks for my peso's had not gone OMG yet. LOL) , he at least understands what I want and maybe charges me a little added translation fee.

I'm staying at the Jaguar. Just checked in. About to head out and find that local pharmacy and get a SIM card, and get a few snacks. Looks like I'll be checking the Jaragua Casino later. Is there a dress code?

[QUOTE=Bq Ribs; 1141502]Back in November / December of last year the Policia Nacional came down hard and heavy on the SW. One gigantic broom and they swept the SW off the streets in Gazcue. There are reports of SW in different areas but that means driving around town to find these locations. The Gazcue SW were ideal because a monger could walk out of his hotel and in the past would find 50 or so SW within a five minute walk. BlkPanter sorry to report and confirm those days are over with.

You will read a few reports of SW being available but the truth is there are few and far between. You might find a few independents in Jaragua Casino, maybe? One of the larger hangout corners for the SW now sells paintings. The SW used to be on the Malecon but now the only thing you will find on the Malecon are taxi drivers. The late night candy vendor no more has the SW buying candy and gum. He sits alone without a SW in sight.

Knowledge posted a report on the locations where SW are now available, but you will need a car. My thought on picking up a SW is to do it on foot. I used to like walking the streets and check the chica out before closing the deal. Trying to pick up a SW in a car is not the way to do it, at least for me.

The most recent report there are a few, very few SW out but you need to keep a constant look out for them.

BTW, where are you staying? Jaragua Hotel / Casino or Jaguar Apart / Hotel[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=BlkPanther; 1142986]I'm staying at the Jaguar. Just checked in. About to head out and find that local pharmacy and get a SIM card, and get a few snacks. Looks like I'll be checking the Jaragua Casino later.

Is there a dress code? [/QUOTE]Yes, no short pants, Hawaiian shirt, sandals and socks. Fot the casino or for SD itself slacks or long jeans and a nice shirt and you will be fine,

Good luck on your hunt and let us know how things go.

Well this is not my 1st time in D. R. But this is my first time in S. D. And so far it's a bust. (and not the kind that I like). The local rep for 'A2B Transfers' showed up at the airport as expected even though the driver had to get directions twice to the Jaguar. On my AT&T phone! I'll pay for that! Everything is in walking distance, (except some chicas!) , Manolos; the pharmacy to get a SIM card. Requiring your passport! (what's that about?). Luckily I was carrying it with me. The manager does speak English and was very helpful. (and has a nice rack). On the way back to the hotel I spy a local chica built the way I like 'them (magnum sized ass / flat stomach) that made Mr. Happy wake up. She was walking in the other direction across the street with a girlfriend and I wanted to see if I could introduce myself at least, but the traffic was so busy I couldn't cross without getting hit and didn't want to chase after them and look like a weirdo so I had to let it go. Damn! The Jaragua Casino is in the same area so after a quick rest and shower I walk down with anticipation, and after finally finding the right entrance, located the casino. (They don't believe in a lot of signage here do they?)

If there were any WG's inside it was hard to tell. I moved around, letting myself be seen, and at 6'3", that's not hard to do. It seemed the ladies were more intent on winning a few pesos than earning some. After about 60 min and the thought of giving up I start a Spanglish conversation with a local, way past her prime, just to pass the time, when a '10' comes walking out one of the hotel's restaurants. She looks obviously expensive (take my word for it, she looks like she works the well-heeled vacationers in the hotel) and I don't like to do desperation bargaining, so I decided to call it a night and try one of the casas on Saturday. Maybe I can salvage this trip.

Sorry for your bad introduction to SD. I remember you posted you like the SW and I did warn you that for the most part they are no longer easily available in Gascue. Take a cab and go to GBP this afternoon. If you find a pleasant chica you can always get her phone number to hook up again. Jaguar Casino as you found out is no hot spot for chicas. Also you can take a walk over to Playboy Palace just off of El Conde and she what is available. Both GBP and PP are bargain basement casas.

Another option would be go to Pacos Restaurant. Grab a seat outside to enjoy a beer and keep your eye out for a chica or two passing by who just may give you a pleasant smile.

BTW needing your passport for a SIM card is standard procedure.

[QUOTE=BlkPanther; 1143178]Well this is not my 1st time in D. R. But this is my first time in S. D. And so far it's a bust. (and not the kind that I like). The local rep for 'A2B Transfers' showed up at the airport as expected even though the driver had to get directions twice to the Jaguar. On my AT&T phone! I'll pay for that! Everything is in walking distance, (except some chicas!) , Manolos; the pharmacy to get a SIM card. Requiring your passport! (what's that about?). Luckily I was carrying it with me. The manager does speak English and was very helpful. (and has a nice rack). On the way back to the hotel I spy a local chica built the way I like 'them (magnum sized ass / flat stomach) that made Mr. Happy wake up. She was walking in the other direction across the street with a girlfriend and I wanted to see if I could introduce myself at least, but the traffic was so busy I couldn't cross without getting hit and didn't want to chase after them and look like a weirdo so I had to let it go. Damn! The Jaragua Casino is in the same area so after a quick rest and shower I walk down with anticipation, and after finally finding the right entrance, located the casino. (They don't believe in a lot of signage here do they?)

If there were any WG's inside it was hard to tell. I moved around, letting myself be seen, and at 6'3", that's not hard to do. It seemed the ladies were more intent on winning a few pesos than earning some. After about 60 min and the thought of giving up I start a Spanglish conversation with a local, way past her prime, just to pass the time, when a '10' comes walking out one of the hotel's restaurants. She looks obviously expensive (take my word for it, she looks like she works the well-heeled vacationers in the hotel) and I don't like to do desperation bargaining, so I decided to call it a night and try one of the casas on Saturday. Maybe I can salvage this trip. [/QUOTE]