Just come back from 2 weeks at the Riu Merengue in Puerto Plata and had to write a review about Rancho Lorilar. This is my first review and felt I had to as we had so much fun riding with Angel and...
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#1 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Horseback riding stable
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- Oct 28, 2009 "well worth it!"
- Aug 28, 2009 "Absolutely awesome!!!!"
- Aug 23, 2009 "The ONLY place to go horse riding in Puerto Plata"
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#2 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Spoil yourself at Jasmine Spa and Wellness Centre. Your day will begin with a tour of the facilities and a peaceful walk along three of the Estate's eight waterfalls and fresh water pool. Enjoy one and a half hours of luxurious, therapeutic treatment from our Massage and Spa menu. A delicious lunch in our dining room, overlooking the lush Jasmine grounds, follows. Tantalize your taste buds with a four-course meal made from wholesome, organic ingredients grown on the Estate.
Attraction type: Spa
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- Nov 3, 2009 "An amazing can't miss experience"
- Oct 15, 2009 "An amazing end to a brilliant holiday"
- Sep 27, 2009 "Don't miss this! Ultimate relaxation"
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#3 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Pioneers in Zip-line Adventures in the north coast of the Dominican Republic, we are geared towards nature preservation as well as safety. The park is located within a 30 minute scenic drive from Puerto Plata, which along the way you can enjoy spectacular views of the city and the Atlantic Ocean. Our highly trained staff received their training by technicians from Costa Rica, where the zip lining tour idea originated. Our goal is to make each participant'€™s experience unique.
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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- Oct 14, 2009 "Fantastic!"
- Jun 23, 2009 "scared to death but an amazing adventure"
- Jun 16, 2009 "Fantastic adventure, ziplining from platform to platform"
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#4 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Ocean World is really two parts. The Adventure Park is the main one, It has 5 main areas; dolphins, sharks, sea lions, birds, and tigers. Everything has an "encounter" that you can purchase. An...
Attraction type: Aquarium; Casino; Water park
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- Oct 16, 2009 "beware at ocean world"
- Oct 13, 2009 "Great deal for marina guests!"
- Oct 13, 2009 "Protect your dock lines at the Marina!"
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#5 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
The Damajaqua Cascades (27 Waterfalls) are a series of waterfalls about 45 minutes from Cabarete, or 25 minutes from Puerto Plata. An entrace fee of 460rd covers everything you need (shoes, helmet...
Attraction type: Waterfall
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- Nov 2, 2009 "The single best experience of our entire lives thus far"
- Oct 16, 2009 "Absolutely amazing"
- Oct 13, 2009 "Fun but beware, please read!!!!!"
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#6 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Tour
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- Nov 2, 2009 "FANTASTIC......."
- Oct 10, 2009 "Waste of time and money"
- Sep 23, 2009 "AWESOME VIEWS!! Great way to see the real side of the island. Help the kids!"
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#7 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Dance club/disco
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- Jun 5, 2009 "Great fun!"
- Apr 7, 2009 "It's Party Time!"
- Mar 19, 2009 "Fun and close to the Playa Dorada resorts!"
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#8 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
You can travel to Mount Isabel del Torres in a taxi, which is always a hair raising experience in the Dominican Republic. The taxi rates are usually standard but do not pay until you return to your
Attraction type: Mountain
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- Jul 30, 2009 "Good Trip, recommended!"
- Jun 25, 2009 "A must see"
- Dec 6, 2008 "beautiful view, inspiring statue, delapidated bulding"
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#9 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Other
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- Sep 5, 2009 "Fantastic dive Centre (Rami is the Man)"
- Jul 8, 2009 "Wonderful dive center and instructors"
- Apr 23, 2008 "Best Diving In Dominican Republic"
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#10 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Other
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- Aug 23, 2009 "Quite competitive in pricing, eager to tourists $$"
- Aug 1, 2009 "Very helpful, very efficient"
- Feb 1, 2009 "Good value and very helpful"
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#11 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Diwa Dive Dominican Republic Padi dive center Have just returned from a week in the Domincan. The hotel felt a bit like Butlins with sun, and the reps are not interested in anything that they dont...
Attraction type: Group tour/boat; Other; Reef; Tour
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- Oct 18, 2009 "Simply the best dive school in the Dom Rep"
- Oct 6, 2009 "The BEST Diving School"
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#12 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Tour
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- Oct 9, 2009 "Excellent Adventure - But Dangerous!"
- Sep 14, 2009 "False advertisement!!"
- Aug 10, 2009 "Not worth the money...."
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#13 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Beach
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- Oct 9, 2009 "Amazing Resort and Holiday"
- Sep 30, 2009 "Paradise Island - VIP - excellent"
- Sep 24, 2009 "AMAZING!!! Best waters I've ever seen!"
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#14 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Specialty shop
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- Oct 29, 2009 "Man muss dort gewesen sein"
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#15 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Tram
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#16 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Attraction type: Group tour/boat
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- Jun 1, 2009 "Best Excursions"
The ruins of the once thriving fortified city that Columbus built to protect the gold supply of the island's interior.
Attraction type: Historic village; Ancient ruins
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#18 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
Although most known for windsurfing, this beach and its surrounding area play host to a variety of outdoor activities.
Attraction type: Beach
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- Jul 10, 2008 "didn't like it"
- Apr 28, 2005 "Wonderful Holiday"
- Dec 19, 2004 "it was a bad experience"
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#19 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
The most popular beach in Puerto Plata is located on the Dominican Republic's famous Amber Coast.
Attraction type: Beach; Resort community
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- Mar 21, 2009 "liked & disliked."
- Mar 18, 2009 "Golden beach. Holiday villageplaya dorada"
- Mar 15, 2009 "Nice Beach!"
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#20 of 29 attractions in Puerto Plata
One of the first European forts to be constructed in the Americas.
Attraction type: Historic site
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- Jun 16, 2009 "Quick stop-over with Puerto Plata tour company"
- Jul 10, 2008 "kind of boring... surrounded by con artists"
- Apr 20, 2008 "Unless you are really intrested, do wast your time."
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