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Puerto Plata: The Best Way To Explore This Hidden Gem

Professor Melissa
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👁️ 53K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 0:59

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The creator provides recommendations for travelers visiting Puerto Plata via cruise ships docking at Amber Cove or Coco Bay. Rather than staying within the port area or utilizing rental cars, cruise line excursions, or taxis, the creator suggests hiring a private driver. This method is presented as a way to save money, particularly for groups, while offering the flexibility to travel at a personal pace without the constraints of a large tour group. The creator notes that travelers should ensure any hired driver is licensed and vetted. During a previous visit, the creator utilized a private driver to visit several locations including coffee shops, Umbrella Alley, Pink Alley, and the Central Square. The driver provided local historical insights and ensured the group remained on course while allowing them to keep belongings secure in the vehicle. This approach allowed the group to complete multiple sightseeing activities and still have time to visit a beach.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

hire a private driver always make sure they're licensed and vetted but going this route can actually save you money

you have the luxury of doing what you want when you want and how you want at your own pace

we were able to pack in a ton in one day coffee shops umbrella alley Pink Alley the Central Square

our driver guided us around and gave us some insight into the local history and made sure that we didn't get lost

Creator's Tips & Advice

Hire a private driver instead of renting a car or taking a taxi
Ensure the driver is licensed and vetted
Use a private driver to explore at your own pace and save money, especially with a group

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the best way to explore Puerto Plata when cruising to Amber Cove or Taino Bay?
QHow can you avoid staying just at the port pools and get out to see the area?

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Puerto Plata4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Private driver tour
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