Future Excursion

Shutterbug

The Dominican Republic is home to so many historical, natural, and tropical things to see. Get your shutter set and shoot away! The island is full of so much more than beaches. Architecture, statues, landmarks, and mountains, that hold hidden gems of beauty. Take the memories home with you on this excursion and always feel like you are still there!

Escape

Puerto Plata City Tour with Lunch - Consider this tour just the beginning, as you visit scenic locations like the Puerto Plata Aerial Tram that takes you to the top of Mt. Isabel de Torres. There you will be greeted by the Christ the Redeemer statue, botanical gardens, and stunning views of the city and ocean.

Puerto Plata Professional Photo Shoot and City Tour - Say 'Cheese'! This private photo shoot will be conducted by a professional photographer. The photo session will include group and individual pictures, including magazine-style and lightroom-edited pics.

Appreciate

Castillo Mundo King Museum Tour - Sosua: This one-of-a-kind, five story museum, features thought evoking Mayan and Alien themed artwork! The top floor has amazing views of Sosua and an actual throne, where Shutterbugs can sit and shoot away.

Group Breakfast | Ocean Side Restaurant Puerto Plata. Enjoy breakfast while listening to the hypnotic sound of the ocean. Indulge in a passion fruit mimosa and revel in the music, conversations, and the view.

Miles Long Malicon and Puerto Plata Pier Lunch. The Malicon in the Dominican Republic in miles long ocean front roadway, lined with restaurants, beaches, and a pier. One very interesting site to see is the statue of Poseidon in the ocean, on a small island! Come an experience it for yourself and learn the history of the statue.

Transform

All Excursions by Deanne Frances trips, in 2026, will have the activities listed below, in addition to the previously listed theme related events, activities, and tours.

'Welcome' Cocktail Hour - Complete with drinks, appetizers, and new people to meet.

Group Breakfasts and Group Dinners at one of three Resort Specialty Restaurants. Italian, Caribbean and Grill are all available. All are Hosted daily by Excursions owner and Trip Leads.

Resort Relax | Private Time: Vacations are about seeing and doing everything, but there has to be a little time to unwind, nap, or just put your feet up and watch the world pass by. All of our excursions allow a little time in every planned day for a moment to say 'Ahh'.

Ocean-Side Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner - Puerto Plata Restaurant. Enjoy the ocean breeze and a Caribbean meal. Chat with new friends, and enjoy an authentic Dominican meal.

(Optional Extra Cost on Some Excursions)

'Until We Meet Again', Group Dinner - As the trip winds down this special dinner is the perfect setting to share memories.

Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival | Airport Transport
Resort Check-in
Excursions 'Welcome Ladies' Cocktail Reception
Group Dinner - At Resort (r)

DAY 2

Group Breakfast (Resort Buffet)
Full-Day City Tour with Lunch
Resort Relaxation | Personal Time
Group Dinner - At One of Three Resort Specialty Restaurants

DAY 3

Group Breakfast (RB)
Full-Day Boat Tour Sosua Bay with Lunch
Resort Relaxation | Personal Time
Mix and Mingle Dinner and Dancing (Ocean Side Restaurant)

DAY 4

Group Breakfast (Ocean Side Restaurant - Puerto Plata)
Castillo Mundo King Museum Tour - Sosua
Resort Relaxation | Personal Time
Group Dinner - At One of Three Resort Specialty Restaurants

DAY 5

Group Breakfast (RB)
Professional Photo Shoot and Miles Long Malicon Beach Side Lunch
Relaxation | Personal Time
Until We Meet Again', Group Dinner at an award-winning French-Caribbean Fusion Restaurant - Playa Dorada

DAY 6

Individual Breakfast (RB)
Hotel Check-out
Airport Transport

Safe Travels - Until We Meet Again

Dates and Pricing

6 Days | 5 Nights

Playa Dorada Beach, Puerto Plata Dominican Republic

Upcoming Excursion

Dates and Price Coming in 2026

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