Скачать или смотреть Summer of Sí, Part 2: Skip the Tourist Traps — Discover Hidden Gems in the Dominican Republic

In part two of our Summer of Sí series, we’re staying local and personal. After showing much of the northern part of the country in part one (where we faced our share of travel hiccups), I wanted to slow it down and show you the places that shaped my own childhood.

Whether you're planning a trip to the DR or simply wondering what it might feel like to share your roots with your children, this episode gives you a real, heartfelt glimpse of what that looks like. It’s not about the big resorts or curated experiences, it’s about connection, community, and culture.

And by the end, I wrap it all up with a reflection on what the Summer of Sí has taught me so far about parenting, heritage, and how even imperfect moments can leave the deepest mark.

⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:12-Vlog starts
06:37-Restaurant family dinner
11:49-Blue Mall run
12:44-GRWM
16:13-Ran into a viewer
17:00-Happy Birthday Bella!
21:45-Visit from a special friend
23:57-Welcome to Bayahibe
33:57-A trip down memory lane
37:15-Getting ready to head home
40:14-Landing in DC
42:25-Home sweet Home
43:32-Final thoughts…

Places featured:

Bayahibe, Isla Saona Dominican Republic
-San Isidro, Dominican Republic
Bayahibe Acuartic Tour (https://www.instagram.com/p/DMfs6-MO3...)
La Hacienda Camp https://www.instagram.com/lahaciendas...
-La Yuca Camp (highly recommended by parents)
(https://www.camplayuca.com/)
Vizcaya Restaurant (https://linktr.ee/Vizcaya1955)
-Casa Panteon Casa Colonial de Lujo (https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/30975786...)
-Buche de Perico (https://www.bucheperico.com/)
-Ajuala Resturante-(https://ajuala.meitre.com/)
Alterno Cafe (https://www.alternocafe.com/)
Blue Mall (https://bluemall.com.do/)
Studio 3D Brows (https://studio3dbrows.com/)
-Helado BON
Ilumel (https://ilumel.com/)
Flor de Cafe (https://www.instagram.com/flordecafer...)
Matcha Choco (https://www.instagram.com/matchachoco...)


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