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Puerto Plata HOT! Magazine
Welcome to Puerto Plata!
Here is your free copy of Puerto Plata HOT!
Magazine. Be sure to print it out and keep it with
your travel documents so that you can use it
once you get to Puerto Plata.
By using the coupons in this book you can save
more than US$100 on your vacation.
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Tim Hall & Associates
Plaza Isabela • Km 3 1/2 Pto Plata Sosua Hwy
Puerto Plata • Dominican Republic
Tel/Fax 809 586-7923
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Puerto Plata City
Visit for a fascinating look at Latin American life
Central Park at night... a colonial glorieta is the centerpiece of Central
Park, with the San Felipe Cathedral in the background.
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Look for... a bustling city center situated around Central Park, fun to stroll
around this historic part of town... lots of Victorian style colonial
architecture... street vendors... beat-up old cars... it’s an eyeful - and lots
of fun taking the pictures
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The Amber Museum
A window on the prehistoric past
A walk through Central Park
will take you to the
resplendent white towers of
the Church of San Felipe. At
about 100 meters uphill on
Duarte street you’ll find The
Amber Museum. An
outstanding example of
Victorian architecture, the
museum houses a unique
collection of valuable
Dominican amber. Experts say
this amber is known to be the
most transparent in the world.
Amber is classified as
semiprecious and is actually
tree sap that has hardened for
millions of years, capturing
many fossils of plant and
insect life. Guided tours in
several languages are given
Monday through Saturday
from 9am to 6pm. The Amber
Museum shops offer a full
selection of Dominican amber
jewelry, both in Puerto Plata
and in Playa Dorada Plaza.
Stroll along the Malecon... the wide oceanfront the promenade runs along
the shoreline and ends at the 500 year old San Felipe Fortress
There’s a colorful expat community... look for local watering holes and
restaurants where you’ll take in a good yarn and get some insider’s
perspective on life in a Latin American town
Consider Mt. Isabel de Torres... a cable car takes you up to 2800 feet to
botanical gardens, cool mountain breezes and some spectacular views!
Don’t miss... The Amber Museum and Sam’s Bar & Grill near central
park... Tam Tam Cafe on the Malecon... best sunset pictures from the
fortress ruins around 7:30 each night...
61 Duarte St., P.O. Box 273, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
809-586-2848 • 320-2215 • Fax 586-8518
Playa Dorada Plaza: 320-8714
Open Monday thru Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm
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Plaza Las Americas
Buy gold by the gram at this Caribbean pawnshop
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Cuevas Hermanos Cigars
Find authentic cigars straight from the factory
Looking for high quality cigars
at reasonable prices? In Puerto
Plata you’ll disover many
bootleg vendors and many
stores that don’t conserve their
stock properly. This means that
so often you end up buying
junk.
25 years ago, the Cuevas
brothers moved from Cuba and
set up their own plantations
and factory near Puerto Plata.
Today they are renowned in the
business, having being
described by Cigar Aficionado
as “an excellent example of the
boutique manufacturers art. “
What could be more fascinating than a pawnshop jewelry store in a
Caribbean port city? Discover a great selection of jewelry from all over
the world! American Robert Hildreth runs the largest one in Puerto
Plata, and invites visitors to take advantage of his no-nonsense policy
of selling gold by the gram. Pricing by gram and not by design or
designer means discounts up to 60 and 80 per cent. Plaza Las
Americas Jewelry Boutique is located right beside the Caribe Tours
Bus Station in downtown Puerto Plata.
In Puerto Plata you can
purchase directly from this
factory at prices 20 to 50 per
cent below typical retailers
prices for comparable quality.
Come by and check us out at
Puerto Plata’s only ‘try before
you buy’ cigar bars, one at Tam
Tam Cafe on the Malecon and
the other at Cafe Cito on the
Puerto Plata Sosua Hwy 1/4
mile from Playa Dorada main
gates
Value Offer:
10 % of your purchase in additional free cigars
Plaza Las Americas
Jose E. Kunhardt No. 7, Downtown Puerto Plata
1km from Central Park • Tel. 809 586-6516
Open Mon- Fri 8 am - 6 pm • Sat 8 am - 4 pm • Sun 9 am - 1 pm
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Cuevas Hermanos Cigar Factory Outlets
Cafe Cito - 14 mile west of Playa Dorada Main Gates
www.cafecito.info • Tel 586-7923
Tam Tam Cafe - on the Malecon downtown
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Gone Fishing!
Deep Sea Fishing Charters
Monster Truck Safari
Have the ride of your life on an 8-wheel drive Monster!
Fish for blue and white marlin, mahi-mahi, wahoo or sailfish
depending on the seaon in the waters off the Dominican Republic.
Sitting high up above the huge wheels of these monster
trucks you get to see it all as we make our way over
backroads and through the countryside of the Dominican
Republic. Monster trucks can blast through six- foot deep
rivers and take you to places no other jeep or truck safari
can. Our drivers and guides are trained professionals and
as you go you learn all about this fascinating country and all
it has to offer. The Monster Truck Safari tours include
complimentary beers, rum & cokes, sodas and cold filtered
water The trip also includes a stop at our riverside farm for
a cool refreshing swim and a hearty country style buffet
lunch. So reserve today for the ride of your life!
"Gone Fishing” offers two trips each day out of Puerto Plata, Punta
Cana and Bavaro resorts. A half day trip costs US$99 with
non-fishing companion boarding for $69. Or book the entire boat
for a private half day charter costing $690 for up to 12 passengers.
Call or write for more information about seasonal fishing or to
customize or reserve your deep sea adventure!
Prices published here are subject to change without notice.
Please contact to confirm price and availability
Gone Fishing!
Click here to write or reserve online
Call in Puerto Plata: 586-1239
Call in Punta Cana Bavaro 221-4583
Monster Safari
See our representatives on site at most major hotels or call
Tel.: (809) 244-4060
Calle Vicente, Flores #1, Urbanizacion Atlantico Puerto Plata, R.D/
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Teddy’s Island BBQ
Let’s get grillin!
Cofresi
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Ocean World
Swim with the dolphins!
Recently opened Ocean World is drawing rave reviews with its dolphin,
sea lion and snorkel reef attractions. Whether you book one of our
dolphin interaction programs or enjoy our half Day package, we are sure it
will become the highligh of your vacation to the Dominican Republic
Dolphin Swim - a 30 minute interactive session
Snorkel Reef - an amazing world of colorful coral and tropical fish
Dolphin Encounter - a unique way to meet these mammals up close
Photo Shop - we’ll record your encounter in pictures or video
Gift Shop - amazing gifts to take back home
Value Offer
10% discount in our Gift Shop
when you show this page
Teddy’s Island Barbecue
on Cofresi Beach beside Sun Village Resort
Tel. 809 970-7672
Open 3pm to midnight 7 days a week
teddysislandbbq.com • kingoftheq.com
Ocean World
Cofresi, Puerto Plata
291-1000
www.ocean-world.info
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Cafe Cito
Puerto Plata’s favorite Bar, Grill & General Hangout
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Cristal Night Club
The finest in adult entertainment
"Cafe Cito is the kind of place
you're supposed to find in the
Caribbean," said one
customer. "one of those
semi-legendary ex-pat
hangouts where you never
know who you're going to
meet... great food at
reasonable prices and music
that's a welcome change from
the rah-rah resort scene."
Jazz, blues, vintage rock &
roll... steaks and lobster,
burgers and wings.
Cafe Cito has been has been
rated among the two top spots
for a night out in Puerto Plata
by The Lonely Planet Guide
and the Rough Guide. And
we're proudest of the fact that
scores of clients have taken
the time to write in and
describe their experience way
up there on the Richter scale
of good vacation times...
So, if you're coming to the
north coast of the Dominican
Republic... come pay us a visit!
Present this page for a free rum cocktail
Located 1/4 mile west of Playa Dorada main gates
Km 3.5 Puerto Plata Sosua Highway
Tel. 586-7923
Open everyday noon to midnight
www.cafecito.info
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No question... there's something special - spicier - hotter - about
Latin American night clubs. Beautiful hostesses, throbbing latin
music... erotic dancers... it's all waiting for you at Puerto Plata's
premier night club, Cristal, where the action keeps going until
everybody goes home. Adult shows, dancers, executive room,
disco full bar, ladies and couples are welcome.
Don't miss Cristal - for your hottest night in Puerto Plata
No cover charge
1 free cocktail
with this page
Cristal Night Club
Maribal Street • Long Beach • Puerto Plata
Tel. 254-3969
Open every night from 9 pm to 5 am
Major credit cards accepted
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Puerto Plata City
La Diosa Spa
A place to luxuriate
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Best Beaches... Playa Dorada
“Golden Beach” is where most of the big resorts are
Playa Dorada is located on the
eastern outskirts of the city of
Puerto Plata. There are 13
hotels here situated in a
country club setting on the
beach and around the 18-hole
Playa Dorada golf course.
Each hotel has a beach club
that serves its own guests
with food, beverage and a
variety of watersports
activities.
Enjoy full massage services for individuals or couples,
administered by our lovely Latin masseuses.
Luxuriate in our whirlpool baths, waterbeds, hot tubs (for one,
two or more) and relax to the soothing music in our lounge.
Stimulate your moods and fantasies in a variety of different
settings, be it our VIP Lounge, our Tropical Room, The Playa
Room or just relax over cocktails at the bar. For an hour, half
day or more, come to La Diosa and live la dolce vita!
Bring this ad for a free rum cocktail
La Diosa Spa
Puerto Plata - Sosua Highway across from Plaza Turisol
Tel. 586-6504 • 399-1267
Open 11 am to midnight
Major credit cards accepted
Due to the fact that all hotels
in Playa Dorada work on the
all-inclusive program, you will
find very few cash bars and
most hotels cannot serve
customers from other resorts.
At the far western end of
Playa Dorada you will find
artisan shops with a wide
selection of souvenirs. A
commercial center called El
Pueblito is being constructed
here after the fashion of a
quaint Caribbean village
Travel Tips...
Photocopy your passport and other documents, store them in your room
safe and carry the photocopies when you go to the beach or town
ATM Machines are readily accessible in Playa Dorada and in town and
provide a favorable exchange rate...
Taxis are unmetered... always settle on a price before hiring. Prices are
posted in or near most hotel lobbies
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Best Beaches... Bergantin
Walking distance from Playa Dorada hotels
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The American Casino at Jack Tar Village
Come for the fun!
Featuring Black Jack,
Caribbean Stud Poker,
Roulette, Craps, Big Six,
Slot Machines
Discover everything that's
great about the casino
experience at The American
Casino. Electrifying slot and
table action. Professional,
personalized service. All in a
prime location at Playa Dorada
- Dominican Republic.
Walking from Playa Dorada to Bergantin is like switching time zones.
As you stroll east from Playa Dorada you leave behind all the modern
resort facilities. It’s about a 20-minute beachwalk and you come upon
this quiet place where you can rent lounge chairs, swim in calm
waters and take in the views of the mountain and town. Local
fishermen serve fresh fare from their rickety shacks... it’s a great
place for a deal on lobster lunch n the beach. Cold beers and sodas
available too. Just one thing though... you want to be leaving before
five p,m, when the sand flies come out in droves
No gimmicks here. Just a
world-class casino floor alive
with action 12 hours a day.
The American Casino brings
you Playa Dorada's hottest,
fastest table games. Not to
mention the most innovative
and exciting collection of slot
machines ever assembled.
Present this page for a US$5.00 match play coupon
and a casino gift
QUICK SPANISH LESSON:
Here’s some Spanish you didn’t know you knew!
Pizza... Hamburger... Hot Dog... Ketchup...
Taxi... Autobus... Motocicleta... Bikini... Jet Ski...
The American Casino at Jack Tar Village Resort
Free Admission • Open Daily 4pm - 4am • Free Parking • Free drinks
for players • Cash Bar • Free Gaming lessons • Live Entertainment
Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
Tel.: ( 809 ) 320 -1046 Fax: ( 809 ) 320 -1049
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Nitelife Tour
Visit the hottest places in Puerto Plata, Sosua & Cabarete
Cafe Cito’s Nite on the Town nitelife tour has become a favorite event
for visitors to Puerto Plata. The evening starts off with a sociable
sunset cocktail at the ruins of the Old Fort downtown and the action
starts to pick up with a visit to a Dominican car wash bar, a beer and
food stop at Cafe Cito and then off to Sosua Main Street and finally to
Cabarete Beach. The excursion is popular with people of all ages and
includes a bar onboard comfortable air conditioned coaches, English
speaking guides, complimentary meal and lots more. If you want to find
out what’s going on at night, book this event early in your trip. The
places you discover while meeting new people will only add to a great
vacation!
Puerto Plata Nite on the Town
Info and Reservations 586-7923 after noon
or sign up on-line
popreport.com/PubCrawl/
Tour inclusions & itinerary are subject to change without notice
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Sosua
Best Beaches... Sosua
Popular for both locals and tourists
Sosua Beach near the airport is a place where locals and tourists mix.
Set in a cove protected by coral cliffs, Sosua Beach is a kilometer of
white sand and a great place for snorkeling, jet skiing and all kinds of
other fun stuff. The back of the beach is lined with shacks housing gift
shops, bars and restaurants. This is a great place to hang out and
meet people.
Did you know... Sosua was a World War II refugee settlement for
European jews who escaped the holocaust and emigrated to this north
coast village. A fascinating museum located in town tells the story
When in Sosua don’t miss... On the Waterfront Restaurant for romantic
oceanfront dining... PADI certified Northern Coast Divers for all your
diving needs... Britannia Pub is a great local hangout on Sosua’s main
street... Great prices on liquors and cigars at Super Super... Caribbean
High Disco for the hottest nights in town... a great new crowd at Voodoo
Lounge...
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Sosua
La Roca Restaurant
A good time atmoshphere for dinner or drinks
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On the Waterfront
Romantic oceanfront dining in Sosua
For that special night out in
Sosua, romance your tastebuds
at On the Waterfront
Restaurant:
Uniquely Caribbean
atmosphere
Towering open beam, palm
thatched roof
Intimate ocean-side bar
Wood and flagstone decks
terracing to the ocean's edge.
Spectacular view of Sosua Bay
and sunset and the coast to
Mount Isabel de Torres.
Delectable menu with entrees
from US$8.00: succulent
seafood, sizzling steaks,
international favorites,
Set in a rambling historical building that was Sosua’s first general store,
La Roca offers a variety of atmospheres inside and out. The wide gallery
out front and the open billiards hall on the side make for great people
watching as everyone walking to Sosua beach must stroll past La Roca,
located on the main street in El Batey. The spacious, interior is decorated
in a way that only manager Kiwi John could come up with: bamboo
fountains, brightly painted chairs and tables not one of which are the
same. The varied menu promises hearty American style meals featuring
grilled meats, seafood, pizza and more: something for every taste and
budget and open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. La Roca is fun, busy
and designed for families and groups looking for a good time.
Present this page for a free dessert with dinner
La Roca Restaurant
Calle Pedo Clisante (Main Street)
El Batey, Sosua
Open all day, every day
809 571-3893
Fine wines, premium cigars
Recognized among Sosua's
finest eating establishments for
more than a decade.
Value Offer
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Dr. Rosen #1, El Batey Sosua
Reservations 571-3025 • 571-2670
Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner
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Sosua
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Cabarete
Best Beaches... Cabarete
The Caribbean’s beach of the moment
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Cabarete
José O’Shay’s
Yer Irish pub on Cabarete Beach
Located on the beach right in
the center of the village of
Cabarete, José O’Shay’s lives
up to a promise of being a truly
authentic Irish pub.
On the menu... Shephard’s
pie, corn beef & cabbage, Irish
Stew, fish’n’chips, bangers and
mash... and of course Guinness
stout and a selection of fine
Irish whiskeys.
Hailing from Philadelphia,
owners Frank Brittingham and
Frank Jr. also come through
with a varied seafood menu,
great steaks, bountiful burgers
and other American favorites
including an authentic Philly
cheese steak.
Cabarete Beach is probably the hottest most happening beach in the
Caribbean right now. Having gained its initial fame as a windsurfing
and kiteboarding destination, it’s now packed with great restaurants,
bars and stores lined along the beach. At night the beach equipment
gets put away, out come the tables and chairs and the whole strip
becomes a great big party that lasts well into the night.
Cabarete is just 20 minutes from Sosua and 40 from Puerto Plata by
road... a great place to spend a day, a night, or an entire vacation.
Jose O'Shay's Features Live
Music 5 Nights a Week with
"Guitarman" Russell White of
the U.K. playing classic
rock'n’roll, original hits and pub
favorites.
And if you’re in town in the
month of March, don’t miss the
all day long St. Patrick’s Day
party hosted here.
Events in Cabarete... annual windsurfing and kiteboarding
championships... annual sand castle competition... jazz
festival concerts...
Bring in this page for a FREE Cuba Libre!
For more info on Cabarete check out
www.activecabarete.com
José O’Shay’s Irish Beach Pub
Be sure to visit... José O’Shay’s Irish pub on the Beach... Miro’s
Restaurant, relaxed... Onno’s Bar for the late night party
Visit our web site www.joseoshay.com
Cabarete Beach Tel. 809 571-0775
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Coastal Map showing towns and cities
in relation to the airport
Playa Dorada