African Diaspora, Health and Business
Length
5 days
On-Ground Program Price*
*Airfare is not included in the price
| 6-9
From 10 to 14 travelers |
| $1,375 |
| 10-14
From 10 to 14 travelers |
15-19
From 15 to 19 travelers |
20-25
From 20 to 25 travelers |
| $1,375 | $1,325 | $1,310 |
Single occupancy upgrade cost – $360
Dates
August 4-8, 2023
Program includes
- 4 Nights of Accommodations (hotel and villa)
- All Ground Transportation
- Daily Continental Breakfast
- Welcome & Farewell Dinners
- Historical & Cultural Walking Tours
- Full Time Local Guide
- 24/7 On-Ground Emergency Support
- SAA’s Mandatory Health Insurance* (see next page)
- SAA’s $5m Liability Insurance (COI available upon request)
- Tips & Gratuities
Program highlights
Walking Tour Santo Domingo Colonial Area
Introduction to the Dominican Community Health, the
Community History and the daily activities
Meeting with Associacion Guanin
Visit UADS Public University
Informal meeting with local Tour Operators to discuss the African diaspora in the Tourism industry
Lecture: Dr. Jose Luis Vasquez, DR-CAFTA, Sugar Mill Industry and Black Labor
San Antonio Guerra Visit – Second level Hospital
Guanin medical clinic – First level at the community of la Piedra
Discussions with Samana University faculty or Tourist Guide on Samanense History, Business and Health
Itinerary
DAY 1 – DEPARTURE – Friday, August 4
Depart Home for Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Airport Transfer
Check-in, Relax & Refresh
Orientation Walking Tour – The group will become oriented with their neighborhood, the public transportation systems, nearby pharmacies, markets, ATMs, etc. Additionally, an in-depth safety briefing will be provided for what to do incase of an emergency.
Welcome Dinner at Hotel Europa
DAY 2 – SANTO DOMINGO – Saturday, August 5
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Lobby meeting
Introduction to the Dominican Community Health, the Community History and the daily activities
Walking Tour of Santo Domingo Colonial area and Downtown Market
Visit UADS Public University, built in the 16th century.
Lunch by the Beach in Boca Chica
Informal meeting with local Tour Operators in the Boca Chica area to discuss the African diaspora in the Tourism industry
Overnight at Hotel Europa
Meeting with Fundacion Guanin representatives in the Zona Colonial
DAY 3 – SANTO DOMINGO – Sunday, August 6
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Lecture: Dr. Jose Luis Vasquez, DR-CAFTA, Sugar Mill Industry and Black Labor
Courtesy Visit to Free Zone Factory: Human resources and treatment of the staff
San Antonio Guerra Visit – Second level Hospital
Guanin medical clinic – First level Clinic , at the community of la Piedra
Dinner at Guanin Center
Overnight at Hotel Europa
DAY 4 – SANTO DOMINGO/SAMANA – Monday, August 7
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Transfer to Las Terrena, Samana (approx 2.5 hrs)
Lunch in Samana
Discussions with Samana University Faculty or Tourist Guide on the Samanense History, Business and Health
Overnight at Colibri Hotel
Farewell Dinner in Las Terrena
DAY 5 – RETURN – Tuesday, August 8
Breakfast & Day Briefing
Airport Transfer
Depart Santo Domingo, Dominican Rep. for Home
For any additional information or questions please email us at: Info@studyabroadassociation.com
Payments Schedule
70 days prior to departure $500 per person is due and payable by May 26, 2023
60 days prior to departure, the final payment in the amount of the remaining amount is due and payable by June 5, 2023
For any additional information or questions please email us at: Info@studyabroadassociation.com
*Note: When you make a payment please leave a note with: School name, Name of the Program, Name and Surname
