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Inside Background
Architecture 
Downtown Puerto Plata is marked by the influence of Victorian design in...
Last edited: February 28, 2012
Culture 
The port city of Puerto Plata is the capital of the province of Puerto Plata...
Last edited: February 28, 2012
Health & Safety 
Crime in Puerto Plata tends to be low because it is a heavily visited tourist...
Last edited: December 11, 2012
History 
Puerto Plata has an engaging history, dating from the Taíno people who first...
Last edited: June 18, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
Planning on visiting Puerto Plata in the summer? Well, be prepared for a hot...
Last edited: February 10, 2009
Playa Dorada Beach 
One needs to be aware that this is not a "picture postcard" tropical beach...
Last edited: February 20, 2010
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
For international travel to Puerto Plata, there are two major airports that are...
Last edited: December 17, 2012
Getting Around 
Established as a European colonial city in the 16th century, Puerto Plata city...
Last edited: June 18, 2006
Public Transportation 
There are many ways to get around Puerto Plata, all which are perfectly safe...
Last edited: February 28, 2012
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Buses Large modern coach style buses run between the various towns and citys in...
Last edited: May 21, 2012
Taxi Rates from POP 
The following is a picture with the currently posted taxi rates from Gregorio...
Last edited: March 15, 2011
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
Puerto Plata is an excellent destination for families, offering fun and...
Last edited: July 04, 2007
Things to Do 
The good and the bad of Puerto Plata; Puerto Plata is really great. It has...
Last edited: April 25, 2012
Nightlife 
Puerto Plata has an exciting nightlife filled with many things to see and do...
Last edited: July 22, 2012
Off the Beaten Path 
Puerto Plata is known for its glimmering beaches and entertaining resorts...
Last edited: June 18, 2006
Shopping 
  Some of the best shopping in Puerto Plata can be found just by wandering...
Last edited: February 28, 2012
Sports & Activities 
Puerto Plata has much to offer the active traveler. The Dominican Republic is a...
Last edited: February 28, 2012
Sea-Pro Divers 
If you are looking to get your scuba certification or just for some wonderful...
Last edited: January 22, 2009
Vacation Excursions 
If you want to buy excursions while on vacation in Playa Dorado or Costa Dorado...
Last edited: February 28, 2012
Damajaqua Cascades (27 Waterfalls) 
The Damajaqua Cascades (27 Waterfalls) are a series of waterfalls about 45...
Last edited: April 27, 2012
Freestyle Catamaran Tour 
Freestyle Catamarans offer you the possibility to live as a millionaire for the...
Last edited: September 24, 2012
Mount Isabel de Torres 
  You can travel to Mount Isabel del Torres in a taxi, which is always a hair...
Last edited: January 09, 2007
Ocean World Adventure Park, Marina and Casino 
Ocean World is really two parts. The Adventure Park is the main part, it has 5...
Last edited: February 28, 2012
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Dominican cuisine tends to center on seafood, rice, beans and meat, but Puerto...
Last edited: November 29, 2012
Cheap Eats 
Sam's Bar has some good soup and food with an American flare, and is less...
Last edited: November 14, 2008
Aquaceros Bar and Grill 
Very good local restaurant mostly locals Food is good an very reasonable full...
Last edited: July 06, 2009
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Inside Dominican Republic: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Money The best way to manage spending money for food, drinks, gifts, excursions...
Last edited: January 06, 2009
Crossing the Border 
Entry into the Dominican Republic is easy!  Most nationalities will not require...
Last edited: April 24, 2013
Telephones 
Calling TO the Dominican Republic To call Dominican Republic from any other...
Last edited: December 22, 2012
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping is very appreciated in the DR, as wages are very low.  A dollar to them...
Last edited: March 08, 2013
Currency Issues 
Resorts in the Dominican do accept Pesos (the local curerency) and the American...
Last edited: April 16, 2013
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