Widely known as the world's largest all-inclusive resort complex, Playa Dorada hosts 15 resorts, a mall, restaurants, golf and beaches. In fact, many guests spend their entire vacation within the complex walls. Located just east of Puerto Plata at the foot of the largest all-inclusive resort complex in the world, Playa Dorada is protected by reefs and features golf sand and warm waters. While anyone can drive into the Playa Dorada complex, non-guests have to pay for a day pass.

With 200,000 residents, Puerto Plata is the largest city on the Dominican Republic's North Coast. The center of the town is called Old City and it is here that Puerto Plata's famed Victorian houses and narrow streets can be found.

While Puerto Plata itself isn't a top tourist attraction, vacationers who want a more cultural experience will enjoy visiting its quaint Parque Central which features a two-story Victorian gazebo. This area also features an array of eclectic bars and restaurants.