Last Day

Our time in Las Terrenas has been magical. This coastal town, once an isolated fishing and farming village, has a fascinating history. A local shared with us that most of its early inhabitants were of African descent, living self-sufficiently off the land and sea. In 1945, a Jewish family purchased land here and expanded the farming operations. Over time, Italian and French immigrants began settling in the area, and a dirt road was built to connect the village to Santo Domingo.

Las Terrenas saw significant development over the years. A telephone office was established in 1991, followed by the arrival of electricity in 1994. A public water system was introduced in 1997. The town’s accessibility improved in 2012 with the completion of the paved highway to Santo Domingo, reducing the drive from SDQ airport to just two hours. From its humble beginnings, Las Terrenas has grown into a lively town of about 40,000 people, now home to a vibrant expat community, including French, Italian, German, Canadian, and British residents.

Today was our last day in this little gem on the north coast. A light morning drizzle brought cooler air as we enjoyed breakfast at a beachfront restaurant, where we met a friendly woman from Denton, Texas, and an elderly couple from Bogotá, Colombia. The rest of the day was pure bliss—lounging on the beach, swimming in the crystal-clear Caribbean waters, and soaking in the beauty of this paradise.

For our final dinner, we returned to Cayenas, indulging in a whole Chillo fish with fresh vegetables, followed by a delicious Tiramisu. Tomorrow, we say goodbye to Las Terrenas, with our flight to Dallas departing at 4:58 PM.

Until next time!Læs mere