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Thilo explores a massive, abandoned beach resort near Luperón, Dominican Republic, after landing his dinghy on the adjacent beach.6:25 The sprawling complex features hundreds of apartment units, multiple large swimming pools, dining halls, and an entertainment stage, all stripped of electrical wiring and fixtures.0:51 Despite the site’s derelict state, one pool remains filled with clean water, suggesting occasional use by locals for gatherings.10:35 The resort layout includes a central lobby with chandeliers, a reception area containing old key racks for at least 329 rooms, and various administrative offices.9:19 Vegetation has reclaimed much of the structure, and the buildings show significant signs of decay and looting.1:17 The site sits near the Hurricane Hole where the crew’s boat is anchored.4:32

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