What is Sosua Dominican Republic known for?
What is Sosúa Dominican Republic known for?
Sosua is a small beach town North of Dominican Republic, belonging to the Puerto Plata province. It became a notorious tourist attraction in the mid 1980`s when all-inclusive tourism began in the island. Its beaches are beautiful, which attracts many tourists from all over the world.
Is Sosúa Beach nice?
Sosua is a small almost village-like town with a wonderful peaceful public beach. Most everything in Sosua is walking distance. Its not a high roller type town, which I liked. Meals and drinks are inexpensive and the beach is wonderful with a nice breeze and gentle waves.
Is it safe in Sosúa Dominican Republic?
Sosua is a relatively safe city. The crime rate here ranges from low to medium. The main crimes are related to hacking houses and cars, theft of personal belongings, and vandalism. There is a small crime rate related to drug trafficking.
How long is Sosúa Beach?
2.8 mi
Sosua Beach is a 2.8 mile (6,500-step) route located near Sosúa, Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic….Sosua Beach.
| Length | 2.8 mi |
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| Est. Steps | 6500 |
How do you get to Sosúa?
The nearest airport to Sosúa is Puerto Plata (POP) Airport which is 5.4 km away. Other nearby airports include Santiago (STI) (41.6 km), Santo Domingo (SDQ) (172.6 km) and Cap Haitien (CAP) (176.1 km).
How long is the bus from Santo Domingo to Sosúa?
Metro ST Autobuses operates a bus from Santo Domingo to Sosúa twice daily. Tickets cost $8 and the journey takes 4h 20m.
How do you get around Sosúa?
You can walk just about everywhere in Sosúa, except to the hotels east of the center, which are better reached by motoconcho (motorcycle taxi) or regular taxi. The former are easy to find around town, while shared and private taxis for intercity travel along the coast can be located at a taxi stand.
What section is Sosúa in?
The town is divided into three sectors: El Batey, which is the main tourist section and on the east side of the main beach (Playa Sosúa), Los Charamicos, on the west end of the beach and past that, heading north toward the airport, is Sosúa Abajo….
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| Website | www.thegoodlifesosua.com |
How much is a taxi from Santiago to Sosúa?
The quickest way to get from Santiago to Sosúa is to taxi which costs $35 – $50 and takes 1h 38m.
What is so special about Sosúa?
Sosúa by day and Sosúa by night are two different creatures. When the sun is out, the beach and calm bay are pleasant for swimming and attract a broad swath of Dominicans, foreigners and families alike. When evening comes, the place becomes what locals refer to as ‘so-sewer.’
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What to do in Sosua Dominican Republic?
This small enclave of the Dominican Republic was once a haven for Jewish refugees. Historic sites and synagogues offer great perspective on Sosua’s postwar identity. On a lighter note, a community of ex-pats helps fuel a boisterous, international nightlife scene.
