All inclusive break to Puerto Plata in Dominican Republic for a choice of nights - Xmas is available now, save Ł200 per person.

Puerto Plata is situated on the Atlantic North coast on the stretch that is the spectacular Amber Coast. Christopher Columbus called this place ‘Porto d’Argento’ which means Silver Port and to see why just take a stroll along the coast at dusk and watch it turn silvery as the sun sets slowly into the waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Accommodation

4* Hacienda Tropical- 7,9,11,13,14,16,18 & 20 nights - all inclusive

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The Hacienda Tropical is the essence of the entire Hacienda Resorts. The reception combines sophistication with the charming, natural elements of a hacienda (ranch) in a harmonious blend of colours, light, and space. Every feature of the resort is conveniently located around this hotel, including all beach and night life activities. The 7 buildings, which constitute the Ramada Hacienda Tropical are low-level Mediterranean structures that comfortably blend in with the sub-tropic surroundings and just 30 minutes from the International Airport of Puerto Plata.

Hotel facilities

9-hole golf course with resident golf pro, 25 minutes away (not included in package)
3 swimming pools
Shopping on-site (art & handicrafts shop, beachwear shop, designer boutique, fine jewellery shop, groceries & sundries shop, news/bookstand, pharmacy, souvenir gift shop, tobacco shop, water sports shop)
Fitness facilities
Exercise classes
Scuba diving on-site (charges apply payable locally)
A range of motorised water sports available (charges apply payable locally)
Beauty salon (charges apply payable locally)
1 buffet restaurant and 2 a la carte restaurants
2 bars including snack bar & pool bar

Room facilities

Private bathroom
Balcony or terrace
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Cable TV
Direct dial telephone
Hairdryer
Mini fridge

The Managment of the Hacienda Tropical have set aside some time to carry out essential maintenance work to the main swimming pool. Please note that as the main swimming pool is split level and therefore, the work will take please in two stages. During this time one level will remain fully operational along ewith the relaxation swimming pool, whilst the other section is being worked upon. This work is due to commence on the 1st September 2004 and is expected to be fully completed by appreoximately 30th September 2004. In addition you will have full ise of the two swimming pools at the Hacienda Garden and also three swimmingpools at the Hacienda Suites both sister hotels are within easy walking distance

Flights

Charter Airlines Airtours and Excel
From - London Gatwick to Puerta Plata
Outbound - Mondays and Wednesdays from July 19 to October 13 & Xmas Tuesday December 21
Departs various - arrives various
Inbound - After 7,9,11,13,14,16,18 & 20 nights
Departs various - arrives various

The tour operator is regrettably unable to advise any specific flight times for this holiday, as there are a number of alternatives. After you have made your request for booking the tour operator will endeavour to offer you flight times closest to your personal requirements.

Price includes: Flights, local transfers and 7,9,11,13,14,16,18 & 20 nights accommodation on an all inclusive basis.

Single supplement: No single travellers available

Child prices are only applicable when sharing with 2 full fare paying adults.

Infants

- £79
Xmas Tuesday December 21 - £150

Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking with raptex.co.uk.

For the sale of its holidays raptex.co.uk is acting as agent for a licensed ATOL holder. This holiday is operated by a UK tour operator who is bonded, for your protection, with the following ATOL number

2 adults sharing
* denotes weekend departures

Gatwick Airport 4* Hacienda Tropical Dates available Adult Child December 2004
all available dates are in pink Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 December 2004
see all available dates 14 nts £1499 £1189