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18. Februar 2023
The Cayena Beach is adjacent to the VIK Arena Blanca. The Cayena Beach is actually a time share you can rent out. My wife and I bought into the time share many years ago and have traveled to the Cayena Beach except for the COVID years when testing was required to get back to the US. We liked the place because both it and Arena Blanca are small. Arena Blanca caters to Europeans and lately the place was full of Russians, but since the war countries do not allow Russian air travel in their air space so the place was empty. While Cayena Beach has its own pool that is always empty, I never counted more than 25 or 30 people at Arena Blanca's big central pool. In fact it was so empty I wondered how they could keep the doors open. The Cayena Beach has its own restaurant for breakfasts and lunches, but dinners are eaten on the Arena Blanca side. Only one specialty restaurant was open that rotated Italian, Mexican, and an eclectic array of foods. Of course, the main buffet was open also. Unfortunately, the quality of food has declined in the years we have been gong there. Since the place was empty, I understand why. The beach on the Cayena Beach side is small and abuts a low wooden sea wall above which are the chairs for the guests. Never an issue in getting whatever we wanted even though the early morning towel throwers were out, primarily Canadian and German. The rooms at Cayena Beach are nice with balconies and a sitting area off the bedroom. They could use some sprucing up, but he old and crumbling look is OK with me since I, too, am old and crumbling. Nights are quiet since there is no disco open, but ftom the average age of guests I observed I doubt it would be used. If you are young and looking to drink all day and party all nite, this place is not for you. As usual, every Dominican I met was exceptionally nice. These folks need tips and since the place was empty I tried to up my usual. It was appreciated. Of course, the manager, Barbara, was her usual joyful and efficient self as was Melanie. I have done some traveling and these two cannot be beat. Finally, we still like the place and will return this summer. My advice to VIK would be to improve the food and keep it hotter. If that were done, Cayena Beach would be perfect for R and R if you are out of your party years.
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