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Macao Beach: Traveler Reviews

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Ranked #5 of 35 attractions in Punta Cana
Type: Beaches
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Toronto, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Great surfing spot!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2012

Waves were fairly predictable and easy to jump over if needed. Great for learning how to surf as it is very shallow. I can see why the locals like to frequent the beach, it is beautiful!

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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
“Peddlers can be annoying...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 20, 2012

The beach was very scenic but it was hard to enjoy with every peddler swarming to the tourists to buy overpriced unauthentic goods.

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Levittown, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“BEST BEACH!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 19, 2012

JUST SIMPLY BREATHTAKING! The water was crystal clear with a beautiful turqoise color. The sand was so pure and soft. It was a picture perfect setting!

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Vancouver
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33 reviews 33 reviews
16 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Beautiful”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2012

We made a stop here on both excursions (Punta Cana Boggie Ride and Higuey Tour with Punta Cana Mike) - great beach with only a few people and are not restricted by resort access - it's always nice to know that the locals have a piece of their paradise too!

Visited November 2012
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Omaha, Nebraska
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 attraction reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great Escape”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2012

Macao Beach was a great escape from all of the people on the resorts. The beach was so secluded. Additionally, we were not bothered by anyone to buy anything.

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