Puerto Plata holidays

Things To Do

The beach is the main focus of holidays in Puerto Plata and the wide selection of watersports on offer. Take a scuba-diving or snorkelling trip to the nearby resort of Sousa where you’ll find reefs, canyons and shipwrecks to explore. Play golf on one of the many courses around the resort. Try your hand at deep-sea fishing with Blue Marlin, White Marlin and Mahi Mahi available in the local waters. Take a cable car ride to the top of Mount Isabel for the best views. Visit a rum distillery to find out about and sample the local drink. Get close to the local birdlife at El Morro National Park. Locally sourced amber jewellery and Dominican cigars are a good buy.

Food & Drink

Local food in the Dominican Republic is a tasty mix of Caribbean, African and Spanish flavours with freshly-caught fish and seafood and ‘rice n peas’ featuring on most menus. Locally grown papaya, mango and passion fruit make for a refreshing dessert. Don't miss a taste of the island’s dark rum and Presidente beer.

In The Evening

The heart of Puerto Plata’s nightlife is the Malecón - the seafront road. Scattered with bars and clubs offering up jazz, salsa and cocktails, this area is the place to head for a lively night out. There’s also the Avenues Hermanas Mirabel and Manolo Tavares where you’ll find a few hip clubs, pumping out Latino sounds for the younger crowd.

Health & Entry Requirements

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct travel insurance and vaccinations and / or special medication for your destination. Please consult your GP for advice at least one month ahead of travel. It is essential that you meet the visa and passport requirements for your chosen destination. Visit the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (http://www.fco.gov.uk) website for up to date entry requirements listed by country.

As you'd expect from a Caribbean island, the weather in the Dominican Republic is good almost all year round. Daytime temperatures rarely dip below the early twenties and often peak at well over 30 degrees Celsius. The rainy season is from May to October, but this doesn't stop thousands of holidaymakers flocking to the tropics during the summer months. In winter, the weather in the Dominican Republic is hot and dry, making it a perfect spot to head for a heavy dose of winter sun.