Puerto Plata Puerto Plata, in the North of the Dominican Republic, is an increasingly popular tourist destination with exceptional beaches and a boisterous nightlife. With the growth in tourism and a favorable exchange rate, you can expect to find your money going a long way. The Playa Dorada beach, stretching for about 15 [...]
Sosua Beautiful hotels, a crescent-shaped bay and serene waters, placed against a frenetic backdrop of 'expat' restaurants and bars characterize this neighborhood beach. The calm waters make this a safe option for families with children; offshore reefs provide spectacular underwater sightseeing. The pool and beach facilities at Casa Marina Reef (809.571.3535) offer a [...]
Cabarete This laid-back village next to Puerto Plata offers a bohemian lifestyle, extreme sports and a legendary nightlife. The little town sits between a semicircular beach of golden sand and a lagoon with a backdrop of mountains. Ideal wind and wave conditions have turned the four-mile-long beach into a windsurfer’s mecca, making it a [...]
Playa Grande The most spectacular swimming area on the north coast is a long stretch of mostly undeveloped shoreline with tall cliffs on all sides. A large international hotel chain once operated a resort here, but has since closed down. And aside from the few vendors selling fresh fish and cold beer from [...]