Chilean Miners to Holiday in the Dominican Republic

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minersThe 33 Chilean miners who spent some 69 days underground have been invited by the Dominican Government to have an all expenses paid vacation to our country.

The generous offer was "a recognition of and affection for these men with proven bravery" a Government spokesman said. He continued, “Dominican Tourism minister Francisco Javier Garcia has the honour of formally inviting the 33 miners and their respective families to enjoy all expenses paid vacations in our country,"

 

The President of Chile Sebastián Piñera was also singled out for praise by the Government for the joyous rescue operation.  “The Government of the Dominican Republic shares their joy and those of their relatives, and also wishes to communicate that all Dominicans have followed this drama day after day and which today has a happy ending."

 

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