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Sosua Beach

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
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Ranked #6 of 23 attractions in Puerto Plata
Type: Beaches
Activities: Scuba diving
Description: This often crowded beach features white sand and turquoise waters.
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Tampere, Finland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Sosua beach feels very local even with the tourists. It's small and cozy with incredible clear water. The trees close to the water give excellent shade and there,s many small "restaurants" you can rent sunbeds from as well. Also you find showers and toilsts for a little fee close to the parking lot. We've stayed at Coyotes sunbeds everytime we... More

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Calgary, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

I loved the beach and water, but got tired of the constant vendor harassment -- after awhile, I just stopped responding. They DO seem to back off if you just give a quick "no, gracias. adios"

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Huntersville, North Carolina
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55 reviews 55 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

This place was awesome. Great clear water for snorkeling. It was my first time and was able to share it with 2 of my best friends. So nice.

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Maple Grove, Minnesota
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013 via mobile

It's a beautiful beach first and for most. Clean nice views clam water. Chairs cost like 3 dollars US but talk them down. Talk them down for everything. We were able to do snorkeling for 10 each and there were 7 of us. Shopping was wonderful. I'm staying at the Lifestyle Resort in Puerto Plata and the shops and stands... More

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13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Its ok the wave are strong certain time of the year, they have food and bathroom available $$ also beers, they are a lot of prostitution. The way on top of the beach has souvenir store and its a nice walk.my day there was nice only down thing was someone stole my skirt.

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Dallas, Texas
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7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013 via mobile

Loves the clearness of the water, the lounge chairs and tables were not free they charge 100 pesos or $2.50 For the rental, there's a guy named Super Mario who takes your drink and food order and there are vendors along the beach that sell everything from souvenirs to sugar cane! Loved it

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Santiago, Dominican Republic
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

This is the best beach in my opinion, its very beautiful, white sand, clear water, it gets very crowded with locals on sundays or holidays but the rest of the days are very calm and enjoyable!

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Kitchener, Canada
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Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

it is much like grand bend or sauble beach here in ontario. except way more prostitutes!!!! I have never seen so many, or been propositioned so much in my life!!! good prices off the resort, and lots of crafts ect. good shopping.

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Hants
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Very quaint beach, popular with German tourists and lots of snorkelling and diving available here. Plenty of beachside stalls full of everything you don't need, and sellers aren't too pushy if you say no politely.

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Belle River, Canada
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3 attraction reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

if your resort has its own beach, there is no need to go to this one. this is a smaller beach enjoyed by the local community. limited shopping - flea market style

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