The family of a Canadian tourist who was found dead in a northern part of the Dominican Republic is raising money to bring ...

With its well-preserved colonial architecture, fascinating museums, and lively nightlife, this city is rich in local history and contemporary culture. Puerto Plata: This gem on the north coast of the ...

The on-board shenanigans are only half the fun – the rest comes from disembarking in a new destination. Considering my son’s age restricted our options, it was still jam-packed. Heading out on foot, ...

Nearest Airports to La Union Airport Closest airports to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic are listed below. These are major airports close to the city of Puerto Plata and other airports closest to La ...

Nicknamed the "Amber Coast" for its rich deposits of clear amber, Puerto Plata is the largest city on the north coast. The city has attracted countless visitors dating back to colonial times, from ...

A Canadian tourist’s body was found washed up on a beach in the Dominican Republic hours after he was reported missing in mid ...

The best time to visit Puerto Plata is May and June, when hotel rates take a dive for the impending rainy season. In general, the city's weather is warm with average highs ranging from 80 degrees ...

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco reacts after hearing his sentence during his trial on charges of sexual abuse of a minor, in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Thursday, June 26, 2025.

PUERTO PLATA, Dominican Republic (AP) — Suspended Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was convicted of sexually abusing a child and handed a two-year suspended sentence Thursday.

The family of a Canadian tourist who was found dead in a northern part of the Dominican Republic is raising money to bring his remains home.

The country’s civil defence agency says 33-year-old Dorian Christian MacDonald was found dead in the water on a beach in the Puerto Plata resort town of Maimon Bay last Friday.

A dozen cars and tractors decked out in Puerto Rican flags trundled down the Atlantic City Boardwalk on Sunday.