Puerto Plata
Puerto Plata is located on the northern coast of the Caribbean island of Hispanola, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Dominican Republic. The region is cradled in a chain of majestic coastal mountains and lush green valleys and features beautiful stretches of pristine beaches and warm blue waters. In 1492, Christopher Columbus described Puerto Plata as "the fairest land under heaven". Since that time, the province of Puerto Plata has continued to captivate visitors from around the world with a rich history of Latin American culture, incredible natural beauty, exotic international cuisine and the kindness of its people. Visit the city's central park, Parque Luperon, and make a stop at the picturesque church, Iglesia de San Felipe. Also located nearby are numerous stores specializing in local crafts.
Important information on Holy Week Watersports Ban:Watersports Ban during Holy Week - the exact dates change from year to year, however, Holy Week is considered the 7 days leading up to and including the Monday

Weddings: the Dominican Republic government has imposed an increase in the fees for foreign visitors wishing to get married in the Dominican Republic. This increase converts to approximately $300 US. Please double check with your individual hotel reagrding any wedding packages as the prices have changed due to this new fee.

Puerto Plata Vacation Packages
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Historic Sites
Puerto Plata, the largest city of the north, is a tourism Mecca with crystal clear waters from the Atlantic Ocean and protected coral reefs. This area has many historical and cultural attractions dating from the 16th Century as well as lovely Victorian buildings from a latter era. The Amber Museum, the Brugal rum factory and the impressive National Park Mount Isabel de Torres are fascinating sites to explore.

Exotic Shopping
In Puerto Plata you can discover Dominican specialities such as rum, cigars, local crafts, and amber. Leather goods and silver jewelry, as well as paintings are also abundant.

Gambling at its Best
Enjoy the excitement, high stakes and the thrill of winning with the spin of the wheel, the roll of the dice and the draw of the cards. The casinos offer Las Vegas-style action featuring blackjack, craps, roulette, poker, baccarat and clinking, blinking slot machines. Players must be over 18 years of age. Gambling in the Dominican Republic also beckons with bingo parlors, horse-racing, cockfighting and the weekly lottery and lotto.