There are 4 casinos in Puerto Plata and Playa Dorada. They feature black jack, craps, roulette and poker. Some offer beginners a one-hour lesson in black jack or craps nightly, free of charge. The casinos will take U.S. dollars. Keep in mind the exchange rate is poor in the casinos, so if you must change foreign money do it somewhere else.

Nearby Cabarete is gaining quite a reputation for its nightlife. Many of the beach restaurants double as bars at night and are open until the next day.

Enjoy a boat ride and a party on the Catamaran Party Cruise. Sip on some rum punch, dine on a catered meal, and enjoy the small band.