Playa Grande is easily accessible from New York . The nearest airport is Puerto Plata (POP),
which is served with 3-hour direct flights by American and Continental from Newark and JFK.

The group plans to build on the natural beauty of the place to create a unique resort in the world,
with the following characteristics:

Low density, with preserved nature, trails, and open space.

Barefoot luxury, with comfortable but extraordinary design, and a boutique hotel anchoring the
eastern edge of the beach.

Great food, from simple preparations of fresh fish on the beach to outposts of some of the world's
top chefs in small hillside restaurants.

An exciting community of creative people, from the arts, music, business and politics. Founding
members include Newsweek editor Fareed Zakaria, previous Microsoft CFO and expedia chairman
Greg Maffei, fashion designer Lela Rose , Moby , Charlie Rose and Richard Meier.

A wide range of activities, including golf, tennis, horse-riding, hiking trails, surfing, spas, SCUBA & shooting.

Amenities for a longer stay, including libraries of books, music, and movies,
offices with professional services, a recording studio, and luxurious bungalows.

 

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