I spent a week at Casa de las Anas in January 2009. It was a GREAT experience.

Julia and AnaMaria were very kind and welcoming, their home is very comfortable. They really make an effort to help you to get to know the Dominican people. I went there for rest and relaxation and they were really supportive of that. But, they were also very ready to help you, by connecting you with their friends or family, to do anything you would want in Moncion (or the Dominican Republic). Julia cooks really great Dominican food so it is a great opportunity to get to know true Dominican food. It is also a great opportunity to practice your Spanish as it is located in a place where you have to use your Spanish. Again, Julia, AnaMaria and their friends and family are VERY supportive as you develop your Spanish skills. The home is located a “bus ride or two” (but a comfortable, easy trip) from Santiago in a place in which there are few (actually no) other tourists, so you really get a taste of real Dominican life (the people in Moncion are so friendly).

Anita, in the US, will help you sort out anything (down to how much the bus costs, how long each segment of the trip is, and the instructions you need to tell the bus drivers to get you where you need to go) you need before you leave so you are well prepared for your trip.

Without question I would recommend a stay at Casa de las Anas, I am sure I will be back in the future.

"Wonderful Stay"

Jan 8, 2008

My experience staying at the Casa de las Anas has been absolutely great. I stayed for almost three weeks and felt so comfortable and welcome by the Anas as well as the community and everybody who knew them! If you are looking for the experience of escaping the big city and staying in a small place that feels like home even though it's your first time there, this is definitely the place. Both Anas are very warm and caring and you can tell how much they care for the place and your experience! Very much recommended!!