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Fort San Felipe, Puerto Plata (Angelo Cavalli)

Puerto Plata Beach Highlights

By Travel Expert: Linda Samuel
  • See history at Fortaleza San Felipe, built in 1541 to protect the city from pirate attacks.
  • Golf at famous Playa Grande. Because more than half of its par-3 holes overlook the water, this course is an ace in the hole.
  • Ramble down rocky roads, through jungles, and uninhabited beaches on a thrilling jeep safari.
  • Listen for the sweet cooing sounds of whale calves December to March.

Puerto Plata Overview

Columbus wanted to establish a city at Puerto Plata and name it La Isabela. Unfortunately, a tempest detained him, so it wasn't until 1502 that Nicolás de Ovando founded Puerto Plata ("port of silver"), 209km (130 miles) northwest of Santo Domingo. The port became the last stop for ships going back to Europe, their holds laden with treasures taken from the New World.

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Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
Playa Dorada
Puerto plata, Dominican Republic
Hotel Class: 5 class stars
Distance: 0.4 Miles
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Grand Oasis Marien - All Inclusive
Costa Dorada
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 0.4 Miles
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Kite Beach
Cabarete, Dominican Republic
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Distance: 19.2 Miles
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Iguana Mama
Av Principal
Cabarate, Dominican Republic
Distance: 19.2 Miles (from destination center)
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Laurel Eastman Kiteboarding
Bozo Beach
Cabarete, Dominican Republic
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Playa Encuentro
2.5 miles west of Cabarete
Cabarete, Dominican Republic
Distance: 16.0 Miles (from destination center)
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Puerto Plata Vacation Rentals

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Ocean View Villas
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Laundry, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV
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Tuscan Inspired Villa with Private Pool
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5 Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Patio, Swimming Pool
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Luxurious Hilltop home in the Dominican Republic
Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 13
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Computer Access, Dishwasher, Freezer, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Laundry, Microwave, Patio, Phone, Swimming Pool, TV
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