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to figure out, but there is a ritual to the nights of Playa Dorada.
To understand the ritual, first consider the many options for a lively
day’s program of activities. Excursions, shopping, sightseeing either
near of far afield, golf, tennis or other sports, or just frolicking by the
pool or the beach under a blazing sun. Then there are those few
minutes of lazing by the beach or the pool, squeezing out every last
drop of sunshine the day has to offer.
What is certain is that all the mingling that inevitably takes place
as strangers share new experiences inspires the making of many
friendships and acquaintances in Playa Dorada. These friendships
are part of the ritual.
As early evening approaches, it’s time for catching that drink beside
the pool. Time to unwind and share tips with the new friends made
that day about which excursions are better, or where to go next. It’s
time to hear about that a la carte restaurant at the hotel that is not
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to be missed, what to order where or to get encouragement about
the ins and outs of dancing Bachata. Or about the great photographs
that can be taken of Puerto Plata’s Central Park town square, which
is beautifully lit at night. Everyone becomes an accomplice to sharing
notes about what not to miss and how to have a good time.
Shortly after sunset, activity reaches a lull at the hotels, as legions
of sun seekers head for their rooms to prepare for a Playa Dorada
night.
The rejuvenated Playa Dorada guests emerge, evening plans in place,
and head for their dining options.
Those who have planned ahead may share dinner tables as their com-
mon interests bring them together, and there will be many romantic
dinners for two in the a la carte restaurants. Some hotels offer five or
seven restaurant choices, while those that offer two or three will make
life easier for you, with less delectable options to choose from.
Playa Dorada’s a la carte restaurants are for culinary surprises and a
quieter evening. Take the new Oriental Restaurant at the Occidental
Flamenco Playa Dorada, for example, whose decor, music and ambi-
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