By Sarah Albrecht
Allegro Playa Dorada Resort
The Allegro Playa Dorada in the Dominican Republic is an all-inclusive
resort. The property offers many eating options with six restaurants and four bars on site. The restaurants offer a variety cuisines such as Italian, Mexican, Texmex and fresh seafood. Resort activities include horseback riding, snorkeling,
beach soccer, pool volleyball, ping pong, darts, sailing, basketball, SCUBA lessons, tennis, kayaking, a windsurfing clinic and dance classes. Guest rooms have a balcony and with ocean views and amenities include air conditioning, ceiling fan, cable TV and a full size bath.
Wows and Woes
Cold drinks are provided at check in. The staff is welcoming and professional. The resort was clean, with nice pools and a beautiful beach. The resort shortcomings included out dated decor, and beach vendors and bars that close early.
Insider Tips
Take an excursion around the island. You will be able to do some waterfall climbing, and take a catamaran to Sosua Beach where you can go snorkeling in the crystal clear turquoise ocean.
Author's Most Memorable Moment
I learned to SCUBA dive and went horseback riding; it was incorporated in the all-inclusive price of the resort. Both activities were amazing experiences, ones that I will remember forever as my souvenirs from the Dominican Republic.
Bottom Line
With Caribbean crystal clear turquoise waters and over six restaurants to dine the Allegro Playa Dorada resort is sure to leave you feeling satisfied.
About the Author:
Based in Houston, Texas, Sarah Albrecht has been writing articles since 1995. She writes for several websites such as eHow, Trails, and LIVESTRONG. She has contributed to local newspapers as well as her college newspaper. Albrecht holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and is working toward her master's degree in counseling psychology.
