We just got back from a wonderful honeymoon in the Dominican Republic – staying at the Victoria Golf & Beach Resort, Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata. This was booked through Thomas Cook. FLIGHTS It was a 9-hour flight from London Gatwick. Thomas Cook have recently improved their planes slightly and have increased the seat pitch to match that of Virgin/BA/etc. However,... more

I can't say enough positive things about this lovely little resort. We have visited the DR many times and have stayed in many, many places on all the coasts and the Victoria was definitely one of our best experiences. Because it is small, the service is more personal and people seem to really care about how you feel. You are... more

This was my first time in the dominican republic and i have to say i had a fantastic time, i couldnt have asked for a better resort, if you want a relaxing holiday then for me this is the place to go. although there isn't a great deal to do in the playa dorado resort itself(hemminways is good but pretty... more

was 1st visit to dominican and was not let down . . the hotel was immaculate . . the staff were extremely helpful and happy . they never stopped smiling . . the entertainment staff were a riot not laughed so much ever . . cant wait to go back . . best holiday have ever had . . thankyou... more

We stayed here from 14th-28th May after cancelling a holiday somewhere else as Thomson treated us abyssmally, and I am so glad we did. FLIGHTS OUT We arrived at Gatwick and went through check in within 5 minutes, slight delay on boarding My Travel flight (Thomas Cook) but found seats better, leg room major improvement, seat back tv good, food... more

Myself aka J-Lo and my husband aka Sexy Belly returned from Victoria resort on 21st May 2008......... Well so many things to say about our holiday and not a bad comment involved. We had the most fantastic time, hotel and staff amazing, they couldnt do enough for you. Many thanks to entertainment team who made us laugh and and smile... more

Just returned again from the excellent Hotel Victoria and Beach Resort Playa Dorada and cannot wait to return.The service and the staff from the manager to the cleaner is of the highest quality and allways with a smile.The food at the hotel and the beach bar contained a selection to meet everyones taste and again prepared to a very high... more

just got back from the victoria had a wonderful time the weather helped. food was good beef, chicken turkey and pork all on offer. must try the tex mex on the beach your never without a glass there the waiters were wonderful. all the food on offer was fresh and were hot was hot... not sure about the the fried... more

This was our second trip to the Victoria from 2 May to 16 May 2008, and it certainly won’t be our last! The hotel is set in beautiful grounds overlooking the 10th and 18th holes on the golf course, and the staff exceed all expectations. Flights out and arrival We flew with Thomas Cook from Manchester, and check-in was a... more