This was our sixth time to the Dominican Republic and our first to the Samana area. Our good friends Cathie and Gord went with us. Stayed at the GBP El Portillo from Jan 28th to Feb 4th and was an excellent value for the money. The charter flight was like all the others, always feel my vacation starts once I’m off the plane and unwrapping my legs from behind my head. Customs was quick and we were given directions to the bus upon leaving customs. It ... (more)