Willfred’s guidebook

Stephannie
Willfred’s guidebook

Excursions Recommendations

No visit to Dominican Republic is complete without visit Cayo Arena (Blue Island). This pristine sandbank makes for a luxurious excursion from the Dominican shoreline. The amenities are top-notch, but you really ought to go for the coral snorkelling! Cayo Arena offers schools of tropical fish that can also easily be seen in shallow turquoise waters, making this spot a paradise for snorkeling fans; the area boasts some of the most abundant marine life in the DR, with corals and sponges, and schools of tropical fish swimming around your feet. Ride on board of comfortable and exclusive catamaran with exquisite snacks and premium drinks. Raise your glass and toast with sparkling wine in the beautiful natural pool, enjoying the crystal clear water and bright colors. Head to Cayo Arena to enjoy one of the most amazing places you've seen where a trained personnel will guide you to explore the mesmerizing coral reef and fish. Ride through the lush mangroves observing the wildlife, an amazing experience that will leave you speechless! Back in our Beach Club enjoy a Caribbean feast. Transportation from and to the resort lobby in a comfortable air-conditioned bus. 20% special discount for our guest. And welcome coffee/tea and cookies upon your arrival at the beach club. DISCOUNT PROMO CODE: EPD18102
Blue Island Punta Rucia
No visit to Dominican Republic is complete without visit Cayo Arena (Blue Island). This pristine sandbank makes for a luxurious excursion from the Dominican shoreline. The amenities are top-notch, but you really ought to go for the coral snorkelling! Cayo Arena offers schools of tropical fish that can also easily be seen in shallow turquoise waters, making this spot a paradise for snorkeling fans; the area boasts some of the most abundant marine life in the DR, with corals and sponges, and schools of tropical fish swimming around your feet. Ride on board of comfortable and exclusive catamaran with exquisite snacks and premium drinks. Raise your glass and toast with sparkling wine in the beautiful natural pool, enjoying the crystal clear water and bright colors. Head to Cayo Arena to enjoy one of the most amazing places you've seen where a trained personnel will guide you to explore the mesmerizing coral reef and fish. Ride through the lush mangroves observing the wildlife, an amazing experience that will leave you speechless! Back in our Beach Club enjoy a Caribbean feast. Transportation from and to the resort lobby in a comfortable air-conditioned bus. 20% special discount for our guest. And welcome coffee/tea and cookies upon your arrival at the beach club. DISCOUNT PROMO CODE: EPD18102
Teleférico–the only complete cable car ride you’ll find in the whole Caribbean region, operating continuously since 1975. A breathtaking 10-minute ride takes you soaring in one of two cable cars 800 meters (2,625 feet) above Puerto Plata’s magical landscape–from the sea on your north to the lush, verdant plains that eventually lead you to the other end of the cable, at Mount Isabel de Torres
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El Teleférico de Puerto Plata
Calle del Teleférico
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Teleférico–the only complete cable car ride you’ll find in the whole Caribbean region, operating continuously since 1975. A breathtaking 10-minute ride takes you soaring in one of two cable cars 800 meters (2,625 feet) above Puerto Plata’s magical landscape–from the sea on your north to the lush, verdant plains that eventually lead you to the other end of the cable, at Mount Isabel de Torres
This interactive aquarium and marina lets visitors swim with dolphins, pet stingrays, and play with sealions. There are even tigers! Aside from dolphins, children and adults can enjoy a multitude of marine experiences, from shows with sea lions and nurse sharks to an exotic bird area, and snorkeling in an artificial coral reef aquarium.
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Ocean World Adventure Park, Puerto Plata
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This interactive aquarium and marina lets visitors swim with dolphins, pet stingrays, and play with sealions. There are even tigers! Aside from dolphins, children and adults can enjoy a multitude of marine experiences, from shows with sea lions and nurse sharks to an exotic bird area, and snorkeling in an artificial coral reef aquarium.
Built in 1564 to defend against pirates, San Felipe is one of the oldest European forts in the Americas. One of the most important colonial military structures in the Caribbean turned museum, built by Spaniards in the 16th century to defend the DR’s north coast from pirates. Touring the fort reveals the original canons facing the Atlantic, ancient weapons, and numerous hidden chambers.
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Fortaleza de San Felipe
Avenida General Gregorio Luperón
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Built in 1564 to defend against pirates, San Felipe is one of the oldest European forts in the Americas. One of the most important colonial military structures in the Caribbean turned museum, built by Spaniards in the 16th century to defend the DR’s north coast from pirates. Touring the fort reveals the original canons facing the Atlantic, ancient weapons, and numerous hidden chambers.
Dominican amber is among the best in the world and the Museo del Ambar exhibits stunning fossils of insects, leaves, lizards, and even birds preserved within its effervescent grip! Some of the DR’s stunning amber stones are displayed here. View closeups of stones containing a near 43-centimeter (17-inch) lizard, a scorpion, a centipede, wasp’s nests, and two beetles mating, all of which date back to 15 to 20 million years
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Museo Del Ámbar
24 C. 12 de Julio
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Dominican amber is among the best in the world and the Museo del Ambar exhibits stunning fossils of insects, leaves, lizards, and even birds preserved within its effervescent grip! Some of the DR’s stunning amber stones are displayed here. View closeups of stones containing a near 43-centimeter (17-inch) lizard, a scorpion, a centipede, wasp’s nests, and two beetles mating, all of which date back to 15 to 20 million years

My Favorites Restaurants

Regardless that the property has several in-house a la carte restaurants, I also want to share my list of favorite restaurants in the area.
International Restaurant Distance: 4 minutes beach walking distance.
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Green Jack Tar
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International Restaurant Distance: 4 minutes beach walking distance.
Italian Restaurant at Playa Dorada golf course Distance: 5 minutes walking distance.
Tee Off Cigar Lounge
538 C. Principal playa dorada
Italian Restaurant at Playa Dorada golf course Distance: 5 minutes walking distance.
Trattoria & Pizzeria at Playa Dorada shopping center Distance: 5 Minutes walking distance – Delivery Service Available
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La Tarappa Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria
538 C. Principal playa dorada
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Trattoria & Pizzeria at Playa Dorada shopping center Distance: 5 Minutes walking distance – Delivery Service Available
Bar & Grill at Playa Dorada shopping center. 5 Minutes walking distance
Señor Rock Bar & Grill
Calle Principal playa dorada
Bar & Grill at Playa Dorada shopping center. 5 Minutes walking distance
Local & International gourmet restaurant (With reservations only) Distance 10 minutes away in taxi
Mares restaurant
6 Francisco J. Peinado
Local & International gourmet restaurant (With reservations only) Distance 10 minutes away in taxi
Mexican Restaurant Distance: 7 minutes away in taxi
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Chile Y Limon. Rest. Mexican.
no.49 Av. Luis Ginebra
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Mexican Restaurant Distance: 7 minutes away in taxi
Italian Restaurant Distance 7 minutes away in taxi – Delivery Service Available
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La Locanda pop
Avenida Luis Ginebra
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Italian Restaurant Distance 7 minutes away in taxi – Delivery Service Available