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Sosua Dominican Republic
Location
It is approximately 20 km east of Puerto Plata and 14 km west of Cabarete. In addition the main airport of Puerta Plata is only 5 kilometres away which makes transfer times very acceptable at around 10 minutes! Sosua Dominican Republic
In reality Sosua is divided into two separate villages divided by a bay at whose base is a sandy white beach. The beach is more than half mile long and behind it are located a continuous row of small bars, restaurants and souvenir shops.
Los Charamicos is predominantly occupied by Dominicans who make their living through fishing, tourism jobs or small businesses. At night time the Barrio of Los Charamicos is known for its nightlife, dancing, and bar scene. El Batey is more of the tourist area with hotels, restaurants, shops, and a variety of tourist services such as banks, Internet cafes, clinics, a pharmacy.
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The town developed rapidly in the early 1940`s, when an influx of Jewish settlers, escaping Nazi Germany, settled and developed a dairy industry. Whilst it caters for those who wish to stay at their all-inclusive, you can also get a sense of being part of the community, a bit like in Cabarete or Las Terrenas. The rich cultural heritage gives it a cosmopolitan feel.
Sosua Bay and Beaches
Sosua Dominican Republic is a popular vacation destination with a beautiful bay and sandy beaches. The beach itself is nestled in an open bay and offers swimmers a panoramic view over the golden sand from which emerges a lush vegetation of almond and coconut groves.
Equally pleasing for sunbathing and swimming, it is blessed with coral reefs abundant with tropical marine life. This combination makes it a great spot for scuba diving enthusiasts. Sosua Dominican Republic
If you visit on long weekends, Sundays and major holidays, it can get quite busy as it is popular with Dominicans.
Cofresi [about 15-20 minutes drive from Sosua] and Costambar [about 15 minutes-both near to Puerto Plata] have public beaches with gentle waves. There are plenty of restaurants and the Ocean World Park is nearby. Luperon Beach is about 30-40 minutes drive away to the east and has both many rocks but also easy swimming areas.
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HistoryThese days the local population live in harmony with a sigificant number of European immigrants. Many Europeans came to Sosua Dominican Republic as a consequence of the massive exodus generated by the turmoil of World War II. In 1938 the Dominican Republic committed to assisting other countries in alleviating the distressing consequences of the Holocaust. As a result an immigrant group, made up mostly of German and Austrian Jews, settled in Sosua.
The refugee group comprised many professionals and skilled craftsmen, and they have made a significant contribution to the regions socio-economic development. Some immigrants worked in the agricultural industry and founded industrial dairy and cattle production cooperatives. Today, this cooperative, Productos Sosua,is a powerful enterprise that makes the famous Sosua sausages, cheeses and butter and has its own grocery store chain. It still thrives today. Sosua Dominican Republic
Activities and ExcursionsColumbus Aqua Park This waterpark is close to Sosua but even if you are staying in Cabarete, Playa Dorada or Puerto Plata, Columbus Aquapark is only a short taxi ride away. It contains many exciting water rides for the whole family and it costs US$10 for adults and US$5 for children. A taxi from Sosua will set you back about US$10 Columbus Aqua Park [website in Spanish] Fun City Action Park The best Go-Kart centre in the DR with 3 great tracks. Other things to do include bumper Cars, Pitcher Challenger, Playground area. Funcity Action Park [website in English] Ocean World Adventure Park Ocean World Adventure Park is located in Playa Cofresi, 3 miles west of Puerto Plata. Visitors can enjoy once in a lifetime experiences swimming with dolphins, photos with tigers and exotic birds. The park has exhibits too numerous to mention but they all compliment the six main attractions at Ocean World; the sea lions, the swim reef, the dolphins, the shark & rays, the rainforest & bird aviary and the tiger pool & show. Ocean World Adventure Park [website in English Horse riding- For about 70 US including pickup and lunch, you can go on a horse riding tour. They take beginners as well as eperienced. Beach riding is about 50 US.
NB:Tour trips range from 40-60 US and are much cheaper booked locally than through hotel reps. For more information telephone the Tourism Office on 809-571-3433.
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Places to visitMuseum The Sosua Museum pays tribute to the first Jewish settlers who arrived in Puerto Plata after fleeing the Nazis in Germany. Sosua Synagogue Discover the first synagogue established in the country. These two attractions are adjacent to each other.
Golf near SosuaIf you are a fairly serious golfer you have a few choices: I have played Playa Grande quite a few times [photo right] and it is just over 40 minutes away. Click on the link for further information. It is quite simply one of the finest in the Caribbean. In my view it is worth the trip. If you have a non golfer with you they will enjoy driving around in the cart and enjoying the view.
Please accept my apologies but it yours truly in a state of some euphoria after a rare victory against the good Ambassador. The photo was taken on the 18th tee. A nearer course is another Robert Trent Jones, Sr course located just 20 minutes away, in the beautiful Playa Dorada area. This Par 72, 18-hole course serves the 14 resorts within Playa Dorada. It is a decent course and handy if you are staying in Sosua, Puerto Plata or Playa Dorada. Given the choice however I would drive the extra half hour to Playa Grande. If you interested in golf in Sosua you may want to know more about golf in the Dominican Republic If you are up for a hours drive consider the the Jarabacoa Golf Club [click here for full details and review]. You`ll find it in Quintas de Primavera, La Vega province [Tel: (809) 573-2474] to the South. It is a 9 hole course which Andy Ashcroft played in February 2009 and really enjoyed. It is built amid pine trees in a a mountain resort.
Which airport to get to the Sosua area?Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP)also known as Puerto Plata airport.Located in Puerto Plata, it is the Dominican Republic's second largest airport, after Las Americas International Airport in Santo Domingo. Transfer time to Sosua of about 10-15 minutes. If you are flying from the US it is about 3.3 hrs from JFK/Newark and 1.5 hrs from Miami. If you are flying into Cibao International Airport (STI) in Santiago City, south of Sosua, you will be about a 1 hour drive from Sosua. If on the other hand you have flown to Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) in Santo Domingo you will be on the south coast of the country and about a 4 hour drive or a 45 minute flight away from Sosua. Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in Higuey will put you on the East coast of the country and about a 6 hour drive or 90 min flight from Sosua. You may be interested in other flights to Dominican Republic
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Sosua Dominican Republic is located in the heart of a beautiful beach on the North Coast (Atlantic Ocean) of the Dominican Republic.
It is essentially a peaceful fishing town which has developed into a beach resort for both tourists and locals.
Sosua Dominican Republic has a one-kilometre long beach which is sheltered and also provides good snorkeling.
If you don`t believe me on the view check out the photo left.