Dreams Resort

[cruisinlawn]

any recent visits? how was your experience? taxi ride $?

[WendyVF]

We were there last week. We had 9 in our taxi so it was $6 pp each way. We had a great day. When we first got there, there were no lounge chairs available anywhere. We found an employee and asked them to bring chairs. It took a bit but we got them and they brought out a lot more! A bar server immediatly came up and took our drink order and kept checking back with us. The teens with us wandered a bit and ended up in a dance class that they said was a lot of fun.

Definitely go down the beach a bit to get away from the crowd. We sat near the pool with the swim up bar.

It was getting ready to rain just about lunch time so we headed to the big covered buffet area. The food looked great but didn't taste so good. I'd been much happier with something from the grill on the beach. The sun came back out so we went back to our chairs. Unfortunately it started raining again. There's a covered eating area that backs up to the swim up bar. We put our bags on top where we could see them and spent the rest of the day in the pool. It rained off and on and all the guests were inside so we basically had the place to ourselves. Ended up being a great day!

[mimi'sgirl]

WendyVF- Can you tell me if your only option for lunch is the buffet or are day guests allowed to eat where ever they want?

[cruisinlawn]

Thanks for the update:)

[WendyVF]

I think we were allowed to eat wherever. We ended up at the to get out of the rain. We were not given wrist bands or anything so I'm not sure they would know if we were staying there or not.

[mimi'sgirl]

Thank you

[familyof4cruising]

Which Dreams is this?

[cruisinlawn]

just back, enjoyed our day at the resort and yes, we would return. Fact is, we're considering a land vacation to this destination. Very easy to do on your own. Enjoy :)

[lifesabeach123]

Which Dreams is this?

Dreams La Romana http://www.dreamsresorts.com/drelr/index.html

[jsjjkelly]

Just to clarify, does the $60 include all your can drink alcoholic beverages? Is it just beer? If so, what kinds do they have? Do they have Coke/Pepsi products?

Considering this for our group of 8....

Thanks!
Shawn

[WendyVF]

It includes all beverages. Mixed drinks were good and served in a drink of the day type glass. They had beer but I don't remember if it was Presidente or another one, definitely not an American selection. They also had soda that I think was a brand other than Pepsi or Coke. Sorry...got my money's worth out of the beverages so the details are a bit fuzzy :D

Just checked my facebook pictures and had one of the bar. The beer was Presidente draft and served in a plastic pilsner type glasses.

[DenverBlake]

Hello,

I am very interested in going to this resort in Nov. Could anyone be so kind to let me know how i go about making reservations?

[celticd1]

Hello,

I am very interested in going to this resort in Nov. Could anyone be so kind to let me know how i go about making reservations?

Send an e-mail to this address: info.drelr@dreamsresorts.com

Let them know that you are asking about day passes and give them the ship name, date of your cruise stop and number of passes needed.

We loved this resort, it has something for everyone. :)

[reallyexcited]

do you know if I have to pay for my 3 year old? thanks :)

[jacksmom09]

Will they send a taxi for you if you request it?

[pattycake08]

For anyone who has stayed at the resort does the $60.00 day pas include use of the jet skis?

[lifesabeach123]

Jet skis are banned on the south coast (and most of the island). Too many fatal accidents.

Dreams free watersports: kayaks, windsurfers, hobbie cats.

5 minutes walk along the beach there is a company offering stand up paddle boarding http://www.facebook.com/bayahibesup

[UpstateCruizer]

We went to Dreams a couple years ago on Carnival's first ship that started this itinerary again and LOVED it. We are heading back again next year and have already sent an email requesting day pass info.

When we went they allowed us to join in with all the scheduled activities on the beach. We ate in the sit down resturant and found the food there to be very good. Drinks were really good too :) Looking forward to experiencing more of this resort next year :)

[6monkeys]

How much was the cab ride per person and were you allowed to banana boat and stuff?

[pattycake08]

I was on the Valor the August 18, 2012 sailing & had planned for the last 8 months of going to Dreams. I was so looking forward to it. When we went to hail a taxi to take us there, they wanted $25.00 per person each way. Unfortunately there was only my boyfriend and myself, which means it would have cost us $100.00 to and from, the resort was only $60.00 per person. We could not justify the expense for a 4 hour trip so we decided to just stay by the ship. Whats funny is they had a round trip rate of $120.00 if you asked the same cabbie to pick you up. There was no negotiating & there was no other method of transportation. However, if you had a group that was going you could have gotten a van & it would have been cheaper. We did not know of anyone going other than ourselves. We asked on the ship why so expensive & was told that the Cabbie would rather stay close and do multiple runs making more money than a distance run as its about a half an hour. Maybe next time, it may be worth it to post in advance and see if anyone on your cruise will be going & you can share the van expenses, I wish I would have done that. Hope this helps someone else.

[lifesabeach123]

I was on the Valor the August 18, 2012 sailing & had planned for the last 8 months of going to Dreams. I was so looking forward to it. When we went to hail a taxi to take us there, they wanted $25.00 per person each way. Unfortunately there was only my boyfriend and myself, which means it would have cost us $100.00 to and from, the resort was only $60.00 per person. We could not justify the expense for a 4 hour trip so we decided to just stay by the ship. Whats funny is they had a round trip rate of $120.00 if you asked the same cabbie to pick you up. There was no negotiating & there was no other method of transportation. However, if you had a group that was going you could have gotten a van & it would have been cheaper. We did not know of anyone going other than ourselves. We asked on the ship why so expensive & was told that the Cabbie would rather stay close and do multiple runs making more money than a distance run as its about a half an hour. Maybe next time, it may be worth it to post in advance and see if anyone on your cruise will be going & you can share the van expenses, I wish I would have done that. Hope this helps someone else.

I think there must have been a misunderstanding with round trips vs one way (lost in translation?!)

US$100 round trip for 2 people from the port to Dreams La Romana is ridiculous. It is less than an 18 minute ride. That sort of price will take you to Punta Cana airport 70km away!!

The authorised port taxis ie Taxi Casa de Campo, (the ones inside the port car park) charge for a shared taxi/minivan (4 to 9 passengers) US$15 per person round trip from port to Dreams or Bayahibe village/beach.
So for only 2 people US$25 per person round trip is reasonable (ie. total 50 bucks).

All taxis should carry a rates card with prices clearly defined. There is always the opportunity to bargain with them but their prices are generally fixed.

Of course you may have been unlucky and talked to an unscrupulous driver who was trying to take advantage of you. Where exactly did you find the taxi was it inside the port car park or outside?

[lifesabeach123]

That sort of price will take you to Punta Cana airport 70km away!!

oops should read 70 miles away...

[MWD]

Lifesabeach123. We are coming in on the Carnival Breeze from 9-4 on Tuesday January 8th. Looking for a good beach with chairs, umbrellas, restrooms, and food/drink. Would like sports as well (banana boats, etc). Is Dreams what we are looking for? The place looks nice with the beach and pools. Any other suggestions? We have a party of 9 (7 over 21, 2 are 19 years old). Is the drinking age 21? Sorry for so many questions but we are trying to figure out if it is worth it to do the all inclusive for the day or just get a taxi to a nice beach and pay as we go.

[WendyVF]

I don't remember them having watersports. Not sure what the official drinking age is but they did serve our 16 year old daughter with our permission although they wouldn't let her order any of the drinks with multiple liquors.

[lifesabeach123]

Lifesabeach123. We are coming in on the Carnival Breeze from 9-4 on Tuesday January 8th. Looking for a good beach with chairs, umbrellas, restrooms, and food/drink. Would like sports as well (banana boats, etc). Is Dreams what we are looking for? The place looks nice with the beach and pools. Any other suggestions? We have a party of 9 (7 over 21, 2 are 19 years old). Is the drinking age 21? Sorry for so many questions but we are trying to figure out if it is worth it to do the all inclusive for the day or just get a taxi to a nice beach and pay as we go.

Dreams would suit your needs. They have free kayaks and hobbie cats and a banana boat (at extra charge). Early January is high season so expect the resort to be crowded. Not sure of the legal drinking age but the 19 year olds shouldn't have a problem if they drink responsibly. You will need to contact Dreams for a day pass and organise your own transportation there.

There are taxis at the port. They should be charging between 10 to 15 US dollars per person round trip for a group of 9. You pay them on the return trip.

Also, I believe there is now a booth at the port selling tickets to Playa Minitas beach inside Casa de Campo. Sorry I don't know what they are charging or what their package includes. Playa Minitas is a private beach with high standards of amenities and prices to match. I am not sure if they have banana boat rides there or if they charge for kayaks etc.

Dreams is 15 minute taxi ride from port, Playa Minitas about 10.

[airhead22]

I just returned from my cruise today, and I also had planned a day at Dreams. We got to the taxi stand and the printed price was $60.00 round trip per van. It was just my sister and I so the day would have cost $90.00 each.LThey also limit the time thew will be willing to allow to come pick you up and charge for extra hours. If you opt for one way from two drivers, the fee is $45.00 per cab. Luckily some friends showed up and we decided to go to Bayahibe beach, which is just down from Dreams. There are several vendors, and a chair was $6.00 and there are planted trees on the beach so shade was not an issue. It was a perfect day, chairside drink service, and a few huts selling shirts and pottery. It is a very rustic setup, and the one downside is the restroom. We took one look and opted out. Othere than that, it was an inexpensive wonderful day. And being able to share a cab we negotiated for $6.00 pp round trip.

[Kimbere]

Can someone who has been to Dreams please verify pricing for me? I've read it's $60 for adults. What is the price for kids? The $60 includes all food, drinks, water fun, everything right?

Thanks for the info! :)

[crewsweeper]

Can someone who has been to Dreams please verify pricing for me? I've read it's $60 for adults. What is the price for kids? The $60 includes all food, drinks, water fun, everything right?

Thanks for the info! :)

Kimbere...kids are 1/2 price. So says the concierge. We've got at least one 5 year old on the reservation list I'm compiling.

[LuckyZ]

On their drink menu, can you get frozen drinks too?

[WendyVF]

Yes. The frozen screwdriver was yummy.

[bacflip4]

I want to go to Dreams on my cruise in May. There seems to be some differences in taxi prices with people. Does anyone know of a website that list taxi and van prices so that we can take a print out with us incase we run into problems.

[michigancruiser0715]

Bumping this thread for taxi info.

I've searched tirelessly for Dreams reviews and there are a ton of threads on the topic. However, taxi prices are all over the map. I'm trying to gather a group together for a taxi van from the ship. How many people do the vans hold and what is the typical price either per person or per group, each way?

ANYTHING helps. Thanks! :D

[Cruisin'Allie]

My group of 9 is considering Dreams in Sept. we haven't contacted them yet but were wondering if they require deposits or if it was just pay when you show up. We may only have 8 going so we don't want to lose money!

Thanks! Allie


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[michigancruiser0715]

You can email to reserve and you pay on site. :)

[Cruisin'Allie]

Great! Thanks a lot!


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