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North Coast DR
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items My recommendations for life on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic: sun protection that survives long kite sessions, where to stay in Cabarete, and small comforts for everyday island life.
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Sun Protection ☀️🧴
Accommodation 🛏🌴
Enjoyment ☕️
Island Life Basics 🏝
Sun Protection ☀️🧴
If you spend time on the North Coast of the DR.
VanMan's Tallow & Zinc SunBlock is a non-toxic, water-resistant sunscreen made with natural ingredients, making it an excellent choice for sensitive skin. It effectively moisturizes while providing sun protection, leveraging the benefits of beef ... I use this SunBlock on every kite session on the ocean and never had any skin issues and/or sunburns so far.
Tallow & Zinc SunBlock 20 SPF - 2 oz
Keeps my lips safe from sunburns, even on long kite sessions. And it even tastes good ;-)
Sun Bum SPF 30 Key Lime Lip Balm .15 oz
Mineral zinc sunscreen for the body, water resistant for 80 minutes. A solid pick for long days in Caribbean sun.
Thinksport Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ 6oz
Accommodation 🛏🌴
Where to stay in Cabarete if you are here for wind and water.
Right on the beach with access to one of the best watersport and kitesurfing spots on the north coast. With own wind-/kite-/wingschool.
Hotel Villa Taina, Cabarete, Dom. Rep.
Enjoyment ☕️
Small things that make island life better, starting with a decent espresso.
Although we are on an island that grows coffee beans, I didn't find any good and affordable espresso beans. These are only available in one store which is a 1.5h drive away. So let's order them :)
Lavazza Espresso Barista Gran Crema 2.2 LB
Island Life Basics 🏝
Picaridin lotion that works against mosquitoes and the tiny no-see-ums at sunset. No DEET smell and it does not damage gear.
Sawyer SP564 Insect Repellent 20% Picaridin 4oz
Power in the DR drops and spikes a lot. A plug-in voltage protector like this cuts the power during brownouts and surges and keeps the fridge and electronics alive.
BSEED Single Outlet Surge Protector 1875W
Humidity on the coast gets into everything. This small renewable dehumidifier works without a cord and keeps a closet or camera bag dry. Plug it in to recharge the beads when they change color.
Eva-Dry Wireless Mini Dehumidifier, White (E-333)