On the Dominican Republic's northern coast, Puerto Plata is in the midst of a revitalization. There are affordable all-inclusive resorts here with enough activities to keep guests on property, but ...
The Sosúa River, one of the most important tributaries in the northern region and a historic source of water for the ...
PHOTO: Work is progressing on a seaside amphitheater near historic Fortaleza San Felipe in Puerto Plata, where Carnival Corp. is building an $85 cruise port facility. (Photo by Brian Major). A plan to ...
The best way to get around Puerto Plata is by taxi. They're cheap – your average ride costs about 150 to 250 pesos ($3 to $5) – and drivers are willing to bargain to an even lower price. Minibuses are ...
The current San Felipe Cathedral was built in 1956 on top of the footprint of a 16th-century church that burned down in 1863. After the fire, construction on the new church started in 1870; ...
Established in 1502, Puerto Plata earned its name, Port of Silver, from the glistening silver colour of its coast at sunset. The seaside city served as the last stop for ships carrying goods back to ...
Hotels Near Amber Gallery.2 miles- Calle Duarte 59 809-734-2599 Sightseeing- Museums Hotels Near Amber Museumless than .1 miles- Calle Duarte 59 with Emilio Prud Homme 809-734-2599 Sightseeing- ...