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Sosua Beach

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
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Ranked #8 of 23 attractions in Puerto Plata
Type: Beaches
Activities: Scuba diving
Description: This often crowded beach features white sand and turquoise waters.
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Its ok the wave are strong certain time of the year, they have food and bathroom available $$ also beers, they are a lot of prostitution. The way on top of the beach has souvenir store and its a nice walk.my day there was nice only down thing was someone stole my skirt.

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Dallas, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013 via mobile

Loves the clearness of the water, the lounge chairs and tables were not free they charge 100 pesos or $2.50 For the rental, there's a guy named Super Mario who takes your drink and food order and there are vendors along the beach that sell everything from souvenirs to sugar cane! Loved it

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Santiago, Dominican Republic
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

This is the best beach in my opinion, its very beautiful, white sand, clear water, it gets very crowded with locals on sundays or holidays but the rest of the days are very calm and enjoyable!

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Kitchener, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

it is much like grand bend or sauble beach here in ontario. except way more prostitutes!!!! I have never seen so many, or been propositioned so much in my life!!! good prices off the resort, and lots of crafts ect. good shopping.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Very quaint beach, popular with German tourists and lots of snorkelling and diving available here. Plenty of beachside stalls full of everything you don't need, and sellers aren't too pushy if you say no politely.

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Belle River, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

if your resort has its own beach, there is no need to go to this one. this is a smaller beach enjoyed by the local community. limited shopping - flea market style

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Hawkhurst, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Disliked the beach sellers,had to pay to rent a lounger and then harassed to buy odd things. Liked seeing something outside of the resort so the break was nice. The coral reef was fun to snorkel but nowhere near as good as Paradise Island.

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Trenton, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

Great beach with very friendly people and food vendors are great. The sellers drive you crazy but politely say no thanks and they leave you alone for the most part. A lot of trash laying around, they sweep in the am but people just toss things, need garbage cans and hope that the people use them. A very interesting beach... More

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Bracebridge, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2013

Good guides, nice beach area with shade. Friendly and helpful tour with Septo from resort. Plenty of reef and coral- not alot of colour but ok. Fish were playful and plentiful but not a big variety. Deep waters- out about a mile in bay area- suitable for children over age of 10 that are not afraid to jump out of... More

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Jackson Heights, New York, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

I've been going to Sosua for as long as I can remember. I believe its one of the best beaches around the Puerto Plata area. Clean waters, nice sand, and pretty safe overall. Would definitely if one is looking to spend a afternoon is paradise.

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