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Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata is located on the northern coast of the Caribbean island of Hispanola, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Dominican Republic. The region is cradled in a chain of majestic coastal mountains and lush green valleys and features beautiful stretches of pristine beaches and warm blue waters. Destinationweddings.com works with all resorts and wedding coordinators in Puerto Plata that offer many different wedding packages, including beach weddings. For more information on resorts, wedding coordinators and packages, please speak with your Destination Wedding Specialist.

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Allegro Playa Dorada

Tucked directly on the magnificent golden stretch of beach known as “Playa Dorada”, it’s steps away from an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones golf course. Sport enthusiasts can relish the sports and recreational activities. Surrounded by lush gardens and tropical palm trees, truly a paradise for enjoying unforgettable vacations. Only 15 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes to downtown Puerto Plata.

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Allegro Playa Grande

Located approximately 60 minutes east of the Puerto Plata International Airport on the North coast of the Dominican Republic, Allegro Playa Grande formerly known as Caribbean Village Playa Grande offers a full range of activities and services to satisfy even the most demanding vacationer. This scenic resort sits dramatically atop a cliff and boasts a spectacular view of the white sands of Playa Grande. The idyllic location is also home to one of the Caribbean's top-rated golf courses. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, this challenging course is a golfer's paradise with 12 of its 18 holes bordering the ocean. Don't worry if golfing is not your game, you can always choose from a host of activities that include windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling and kayaking. Working on your tan can also be an activity and there's no better place to do it than by the brilliant blue waters of the beach. After all the hard work, satisfy your appetite and quench your thirst at one of the many bars and dining facilities around the resort.

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Bahia Principe San Juan

Bahía Príncipe San Juan Hotel is located on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic, 70 km from Puerto Plata airport (60 minutes by car) and a comfortable distance from cities such as Cabarete and Sosúa and Puerto Plata. It was opened in July 1995 and is set on a 1.5 km private beach which is sheltered by a coral reef. It covers an area of over one and a half million square metres and is surrounded by lush tropical vegetation with mangrove swamps. It has number of tropical gardens which are the setting for little lanes along which guests can walk while enjoying the sea breeze and the freshness of the natural surroundings.

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Breezes Puerto Plata

This magnificent resort, with 466 guest rooms, is the second largest resort in the SuperClubs chain and offers something for everyone. The large state of the art meeting facilities makes it an excellent place for business meetings and conferences. Its three clay tennis courts, lit for night play, pleases the active guest and the 9 pitch and putt golf course challenges golfers as well as non-golfers for a game. And don’t worry; we did not forget the little ones. The Miniclub, open daily, offers fun and games for children 4 to 12 and enables you to relax on the beach or by the pool all day long. In addition, for the guest who is looking to explore the local Dominican life, daily shuttle services are provided to Cabarete and Sosua.

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Iberostar Costa Dorada

All our personnel is already waiting to make you enjoy our extraordinary world of "All Inclusive" Iberostar. Find specialties restaurants of many parts of the globe, elegant or informal ambiences, refined or simple drinks, but in any case also of importation. Feel hungry at very late (or very early) hour? No problem, there always is something to eat. Experience this first class offer and enjoy endless details. Situated on the long, golden beach of Costa Dorada, this hotel is located a convenient five minute drive from Puerto Plata and three minutes from Playa Dorada.

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Occidental Gran Bahia

Situated on the Samaná peninsula. Built in one of the most spectacular environments of the Dominican Republic, within a National Natural Park. With views to the Samaná bay and the Island of Cayo Levantado and with direct access to the beach.

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Occidental Grand Puerto Plata

Located on the beach on the north coast of the Dominican Republic, famous for its calm blue waters, stunning landscapes and fine sand. This grand hotel is ideally located in "Playa Dorada" a resort complex offering guests a truly Caribbean vacation experience. The resort is surrounded by a golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, and beautifully groomed gardens. Only 15 minutes from Puerto Plata's International Airport and 10 minutes from town.

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Riu Bachata

Beautiful Riu Bachata is an extraordinary getaway on the spectacular shores of Maimon Bay, overlooking a lush tropical mountainside. The 610 bungalow-style guestrooms offer deluxe accommodations with Riu's unique amenities, such as a mini-bar and liquor dispenser. The hotel features a relaxed atmosphere and a wide array of dining and leisure options, all complemented by the renowned Caribbean Street promenade and the exchange privileges programme with Riu's two sister properties within the resort. This friendly fun-filled resort is a wonderful choice for fabulous holidays set in breathtaking, tropical surroundings.

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Riu Mambo

Located on beautiful Maimon Bay, Riu Mambo offers a breathtaking view of the ocean and the Puerto Plata mountains. This amazing hotel features 463 tastefully appointed guestrooms, equipped with special amenities such as a mini-bar and liquor dispenser, tantalising dining options and fun-filled entertainment that includes several sports activities, live music, Riu theme shows and an exciting casino. This impressive offer is made even more attractive by the remarkable exchange privileges with Riu's two sister properties in the Puerto Plata Riu Resort. Prepare yourself for a truly memorable, entertaining All-Inclusive holiday at one of Caribbean’s most romantic seaside settings.

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Riu Merengue

Set amidst tropical gardens and surrounded by mountains, the deluxe Riu Merengue is a beachfront village-style resort, located just 15 minutes from beautiful Puerto Plata. Featuring 544 guestrooms, comfort and pleasure are ensured with spacious accommodations that include special amenities, like a mini-bar and liquor dispenser and a wide array of restaurants, bars and facilities for a truly thrilling experience. This fun and friendly resort provides exceptional service down to the last detail, complemented by the renowned Caribbean Street promenade and Riu's exchange privileges programme throughout the entire Riu Resort.

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Documents Needed for Travel

A valid U.S. passport is required for entry.

In most cases the passport must be valid for 6 months after the date of travel. For more specific details on entry regulations, please speak with your Destination Wedding Specialist.

Language

The official language in Puerto Plata is Spanish but most employees in hotels and tourist destinations speak English.

Beaches

The warm blue waters of Puerto Playa invite you from many of its long stretches of pristine beaches.


Climate

The average temperature of Puerto Plata ranges from 78F-88F.

Currency

The official currency is the Dominican Peso but US Dollars are accepted at most tourist establishments.

Marriage Requirements

1. Register to be married with the Oficialia del Estado Civil (City Clerk).

A fee of approximately $125 is required for registration and there is no waiting period.

The following paperwork must be submitted:
-Passports
-Original copies of birth certificates
-Single Status Affidavits that have been translated by an official translator into Spanish at the Dominican Consulate where the document was issued.
-If divorced, the person(s) will require Divorce Certificate(s) that have been translated by an official Translator into Spanish at the Dominican Consulate where the document was issued.

2. Contact the resort to reserve a judge.

3. Organize two witnesses to be present during the marriage.
Besides the person who will perform the ceremony, two witnesses over the age of 18 must be present during the marriage. If these witnesses are not Dominican Republic residents, they will require passports to verify their identity. If the witnesses are residents, they will require identification cards to verify their identity.

4. Request Marriage Certificate.

After the ceremony, the bride and groom will be given a document that confirms the wedding took place. A Marriage Certificate must be requested from the local Justice of the Peace and will usually be ready a day or two after the ceremony. This document is legal and recognized everywhere in the world.


Please Remember:

Destination weddings take considerable planning and research, and the best properties & accommodations often book far in advance of the wedding date. The earlier you begin planning your wedding, the greater the likelihood you will be able to book the perfect property for you and your guests.

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Disclaimer:

Destination Wedding Travel makes every effort to keep the travel information up to date on this website, however, laws do change and so we cannot guarantee that all information regarding rules, regulations, and marriage requirements at particular sites are completely accurate at the time of viewing. Before making marriage decisions on a particular destination, we highly recommend you speak with a DWT travel agent or partner wedding planner to verify rules at a particular destination before finalizing your travel plans.


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