Patty Hodapp -- Oyster Locals Reporter
An expat since age 10, I’ve set down roots (and racked up mileage) all over Europe. My addresses are scattered across the map--a rural cottage on the west coast of Ireland, a two-story house outside Cambridge, England, a cramped flat in central London, and a stained glass villa in Florence, Italy. After a solo trip through the Greek islands and Spain, I landed in the US with a fully stamped passport, a Mediterranean tan, and a thirst for more travel. Check out my website to learn more about my travels: www.pattyhodapp.com. My ultimate joy is to meet strangers, hear their stories, and show people what I see along the way. And of course, I’m looking forward to my next big adventure…
- Places lived: Louisburgh, Ireland; Cambridge, England; London, England; Florence, Italy; Duluth, Minnesota; New York City, New York
- Destination expert for: New York City
- Favorite Oyster hotel: Casa Marina Beach Reef Resort
- Always in my suitcase: My toothbrush, a journal, sunglasses, and a sense of humor.
My Favorite Hotels
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Casa Marina Beach Reef Resort
- Pearls: Rating: 2.5 Pearls
- Location: Cabarete and Sosua, Dominican Republic
- Price: $210/night
One of the only all-inclusives in downtown Sosua, the Casa Marina is just a short walk to quaint bars, shops, and restaurants. But the location also comes with rampant street noise and pervasive prostitution at night. With three large pools and a beautiful beach, most guests spend their time outside the worn, dingy rooms.
