Its spectacular scenery blends harmoniously with the blue of the sea, majestic mountains, lush valleys, and winding rivers, all under the warm tropical sun.
Puerto Plata, affectionately called “The Bride of the Atlantic” by locals, dazzles with its natural abundance. Starting with the iconic Puerto Plata cable car, a unique marvel in the Caribbean, it transports you to the top of Loma Isabel de Torres. Here, a stunning botanical garden unfolds before your eyes, offering an amazing panoramic view of the Atlantic coast, with over 100 kilometers of beaches adorning the picturesque coastal towns and charming rural communities, crossed by rivers and waterfalls.
DESCUBRE LUGARESThe Dominican Republic occupies two-thirds of the eastern portion of the island of Hispaniola, which it shares with the Republic of Haiti. It is the second-largest country in the Caribbean, with a territorial extension of 49,967 km². Its population is 10,760,028 million inhabitants.
Enjoy sunny tropical weather all year round, with temperatures ranging between 25°C and 31°C. The coolest period can be enjoyed from November to March, while the warmest season spans from April to October.
Throughout the year, local time belongs to the Atlantic Standard Time Zone (GMT-0400).
The official language of the Dominican Republic is Spanish. However, you will be pleasantly surprised by the number of hotel and tourist destination staff who speak good English, French, and other languages.
The official currency is the Dominican Peso (RD$).
Hotels and restaurants in the Dominican Republic charge an additional 28% on the listed price (18% general consumption tax + 10% service charge).
Cruise passengers disembark in Puerto Plata at the Amber Cove Cruise Center located in the Bay of Maimón, near Puerto Plata on the north coast of the country, and Taino Bay located within Puerto Plata on Av. Antigua via Férrea, Muelle Turístico between Av. Penetración Portuaria and Prolongación Duarte.
Gregorio Luperón International Airport (POP) is the gateway to the beautiful region of Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic.
Traveling also means embarking on a fascinating culinary journey, exploring the authentic flavors that define each destination. In Puerto Plata, gastronomy becomes a canvas where simple and traditional ingredients are interwoven with the European and Asian influences inherited over the years. This fusion brings to life dishes that are true symphonies of flavors, where every bite alludes to the history and traditions that define this charming Caribbean corner.
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