Luxe in Puerto Plata

White-sand beaches are the main attraction in and around Puerto Plata. The eleven kilometers of beaches, stretching from Cofresi to Sosua, is a popular hot spot for those seeking sun, sand and water sports. Puerto Plata is also known for its vibrant nightlife as thousands of young travelers flock here during the winter months in search of the best parties under the stars.

To do in Puerto Plata

• Cigar Factory: Head to Santiago for a day trip and visit one of the famous cigar factories, producing nearly 60 million cigars annually. A cigar craftsman can roll up to 300 cigars in one single day.

• Snorkel & Diving: Sosua is the home of several reefs, canyons, shipwrecks and gardens making it a great diving destination. During the months of January through April, divers can often swim with returning humpback whales in the bay of Samana.

• Windsurfing & Kiteboarding: Cabarete is the major windsurfing destination and has more than a dozen specialty boutiques where visitors can rent boards. Cabarete also host the World Kiteboarding Championship every year as it is one of the best kiteboarding destinations in the world.

• Deep Sea Fishing: Charter a fishing yacht to catch White Marlin from April to June, Blue Marlin from July to September, Mahi Mahi and Sailfish from October to March, and Wahoo from October to January.

• Golf: Playa Dorada is home to the renowned Robert Trent Jones Golf Course.