{"id":10,"date":"2018-09-07T16:02:10","date_gmt":"2018-09-07T16:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gopuertoplata-com.rvy380cv-liquidwebsites.com\/index.php\/gd-info\/"},"modified":"2026-08-05T18:19:04","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T22:19:04","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<main id='oxy-main'><div class=\"oxy-container-10-100 oxy-container gpp-about-page-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"oxy-image-10-101 oxy-image gpp-about-page-hero-image\" src=\"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Aerial-View-Puerto-Plata.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial View Puerto Plata\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Aerial-View-Puerto-Plata.jpg 1279w, https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Aerial-View-Puerto-Plata-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Aerial-View-Puerto-Plata-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Aerial-View-Puerto-Plata-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Aerial-View-Puerto-Plata-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Aerial-View-Puerto-Plata-240x160.jpg 240w, https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Aerial-View-Puerto-Plata-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1279px) 100vw, 1279px\"><div class=\"oxy-container-10-102 oxy-container gpp-about-puerto-plata-page-content-cont\"><h1 class=\"bde-heading-10-103 bde-heading gpp-about-puerto-plata-heading\">\nAbout Go Puerto Plata\n<\/h1><div class=\"oxy-rich-text-10-104 oxy-rich-text gpp-about-puerto-plata-text\">\n<strong>Go Puerto Plata<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is designed to connect local businesses with both residents and visitors across the province. Whether you are looking to showcase your business or discover the best services in the area, our platform is built for you.<\/span>\n<h3><strong>For Local Businesses<\/strong><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For businesses based anywhere in the Province of Puerto Plata, we offer a simple way to increase your visibility to customers actively searching for your products or services.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know that reaching customers can be challenging and traditional advertising is often expensive. When you list your business on <\/span><strong>gopuertoplata.com<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your profile remains visible permanently to anyone searching for what you offer.<\/span>\n<h3><strong>Why List Your Business With Us?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>High-Intent Audience:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Get found by customers and tourists specifically searching in Puerto Plata.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Community Visibility:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Help local residents, expats, and visitors discover what you have to offer.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Full Profile Control:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Customize how your business is presented online with accurate, up-to-date information.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Showcase Your Offerings:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Highlight your products, services, and atmosphere with high-quality photos and detailed descriptions.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Build Social Proof:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Earn trust through authentic customer reviews.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Unlimited Updates:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Keep your contact details, operating hours, and services current anytime.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>One-Time Investment:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Start with a <\/span><strong>Free Basic Listing<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or upgrade to a <\/span><strong>Business Listing<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a single, one-time payment\u2014keeping your profile live permanently with no recurring subscription fees.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Already Listed?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your business may already be in our directory with basic details. To claim and personalize your listing:<\/span>\n<ol>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Search for your business name using the <\/span><strong>\"<a href=\"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/en\/search\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Search Business Name<\/a>\"<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> box, or browse your industry category.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your business appears, click <\/span><strong>\"Claim Your Listing\"<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to verify ownership, update, and personalize your information.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your business isn't listed yet, take a moment to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/en\/puerto-plata-add-listing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Add Your Business Here<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0and start reaching new customers today.<\/span>\n<h2><strong>Resident\/Expat\/Visitor, or Tourist<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>A Vibrant Local Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are a <\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">puertoplate\u00f1o<\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> born and raised (<\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">puertoplate\u00f1os de pura cepa<\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), an expat, tourist, or a long-term visitor, you are a vital part of what makes Puerto Plata special.<\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People come here for many reasons\u2014the turquoise waters of Cabarete, the historic charm of the Zona Colonial, active water sports, real estate opportunities, or simply a warmer, more relaxed lifestyle. Whatever brought you here, your presence enriches our local economy, adds diversity to our community, and strengthens the connection between international cultures and traditional Dominican hospitality.<\/span>\n<h3><strong>Supporting Local Growth Together<\/strong><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As members of this community, we share a responsibility to support the local ecosystem that makes living on the North Coast so rewarding. From family-run <\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comedores<\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and artisan shops to independent tour operators and local services, small businesses are the heartbeat of Puerto Plata.<\/span>\n<h3><strong>How You Can Support the Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Explore &amp; Share:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use <\/span><strong>gopuertoplata.com<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to discover local businesses, services, and attractions\u2014and share your favorites with friends.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Spread the Word:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Recommend the directory to fellow expats, newcomers, and visiting family.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Encourage Local Listings:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Invite your favorite vendors and service providers to join the platform so others can find them easily.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By supporting local businesses, we help ensure Puerto Plata remains a thriving, sustainable, and welcoming home for everyone.<\/span>\n<h2><strong>Leave a Review &amp; Help Others<\/strong><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you visited a business in Puerto Plata and had a great experience with their quality, service, or pricing? <\/span><strong>Your feedback matters!<\/strong>\n<h3><strong>Why Reviews Count<\/strong><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Positive reviews build credibility for local businesses and help fellow travelers make informed decisions. This is especially vital in <strong>Puerto Plata<\/strong>, where cruise ship visitors and holiday travelers often rely entirely on reviews to choose where to dine, shop, or explore. In a competitive hospitality market, your review helps standout businesses shine.<\/span>\n<h3><strong>How to Leave a Review:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type the business name into the <\/span><strong>\"<a href=\"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/en\/search\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Search Business Name<\/a>\"<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> search bar.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open their listing profile.<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click the <\/span><strong>\"Write a Review\"<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> button\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Award ratings for <\/span><strong>Quality<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><strong>Price<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><strong>Service<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with optional comments to share your feedback.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/p>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help fellow visitors and locals find the best services in Puerto Plata by sharing your experiences today!<\/span>\n<\/div><h1 class=\"bde-heading-10-107 bde-heading gpp-about-partner-head\">\nSupporting Puerto Plata's Business Community\n<\/h1><div class=\"oxy-text-10-108 oxy-text gpp-about-page-part-text\">\nGoPuertoPlata.com was created with a simple objective:<br><br>To make it easier for residents, visitors and businesses to connect.<br><br>But we can't do that alone.<br><br>That's why we're inviting Community Business Development Partners to help us build the province's most comprehensive business directory while earning an attractive commission for every Premium Business Listing they secure.\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-button-10-109 bde-button gpp-about-page-part-btn\">\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n                    \n            \n            \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <a class=\"breakdance-link button-atom button-atom--primary bde-button__button\" href=\"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/en\/become-a-community-business-development-partner\/\" target=\"_self\" data-type=\"url\"  >\n\n    \n        <span class=\"button-atom__text\">Become a Community Business Development Partner<\/span>\n\n        \n        \n                <\/a>\n\n    \n\n\n<\/div><h1 class=\"bde-heading-10-106 bde-heading gpp-about-page-faqs\">\nFAQs\n<\/h1><div class=\"bde-frequently-asked-questions-10-105 bde-frequently-asked-questions gpp-about-page-faqs-questions\">\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-1\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">Why Go Puerto Plata?<\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-1\" id=\"bde-faq-105-1\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>With the many already established review sites out there, you might be wondering \u2013 \u201cWhy Go Puerto Plata?\u201d After all, there is Trip Advisor or Yelp or even Google?<\/p><p><strong>gopuertoplata.com<\/strong> is all about the local experience in <strong>Puerto Plata<\/strong>, <strong>Sosua<\/strong> and <strong>Cabarete<\/strong>. Whether you are a local resident or tourist intending to visit we aim to provide a comprehensive directory of the best experiences that are exclusive to this area of the Dominican Republic.<\/p><\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-2\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">Is Go Puerto Plata free to use? <\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-2\" id=\"bde-faq-105-2\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>Yes! You can search the listings as often as you like without any cost. However, we do offer valuable premium features that are available for business listing owners.<\/p><\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-3\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">How can I list my business? <\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-3\" id=\"bde-faq-105-3\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>Your business may already have a very basic listing. But if you don\u2019t see your listing on the site yet, feel free to add yours. You click the button below, and then select the appropriate listing option. or go to the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/en\/puerto-plata-add-listing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Add Listing<\/a>\u201d option from the main menu.<\/p><\/div>\n\n                                  \n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n                    \n            \n            \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <a class=\"breakdance-link button-atom button-atom--primary bde-faq__btn\" href=\"https:\/\/gopuertoplata.com\/staging\/5020\/en\/puerto-plata-add-listing\/\" target=\"_self\" data-type=\"url\"  >\n\n    \n        <span class=\"button-atom__text\">Add my Business<\/span>\n\n        \n        \n                <\/a>\n\n    \n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-4\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">Can I personalize my listing <\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-4\" id=\"bde-faq-105-4\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>Of course! If your business already has a basic listing you can claim your business and let us verify your details. Once that process is complete you will be able to personalize your listing information. If you are adding your business for the first time you can include all the information you want, subject to the option you have selected.<\/p><p>With a Business Listing, you can also add more photos, videos, links to your website, or Facebook Page, and include special offers and more. Also, once you claim your listing you will be able to respond to reviews as well!<\/p><p>And you can return to your page to edit your information as often as you wish.\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-5\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">Can I remove my listing? <\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-5\" id=\"bde-faq-105-5\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>Not really sure why you would want to do that? If you have a listing it is there to help customers or clients find you easily. Of course, if your business has closed down, or has been sold you can let us know. We can then either remove the listing completely or suggest to the new owner to amend the listing to show their information.<\/p><p>However, if you prefer not to have a listing there is a Delete Button which will remove your listing from the site and delete any data we hold.<\/p><\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-6\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">Must I create an account? <\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-6\" id=\"bde-faq-105-6\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>You do not need to create an account to search listings or to add a review to a business listing. However, to list your business, or to claim a listing you will need to register. This creates an account that enables you to access your listing and to add or edit details. In this way only you have the ability to manage your listing on the website.<\/p><\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-7\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-7\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">Can I advertise on gopuertoplata.com? <\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-7\" id=\"bde-faq-105-7\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>Having a listing on the site is, in effect, a form of advertising and a basic listing is free. You are welcome to share your listing in any promotional activities you engage in. For example, you may want to include a reference to your listing to encourage reviews of your business.<\/p><p>If you decide to upgrade your listing to Business you can then include more information, add links to a website and any social media accounts, display promotional offers as well as changing the content whenever you wish. It's almost like having a website without the cost of design, hosting and maintenance.<\/p><p>If you would like to place a personal advert on the site, for example as a Sponsor, in the footer or other space, please use our contact form to request information.<\/p><\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-8\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-8\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">Can I report a review or a business listing? <\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-8\" id=\"bde-faq-105-8\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>Yes. In the first instance you can leave a review on any listing for others to see. You can also comment on reviews left by others.<\/p><p>If you have a more serious complaint, please use our contact form to inform us of the nature of your complaint or concern so that we can take this up with the owner of the business.<\/p><p>If you do find that any of our listings are out of date, or the business no longer exists, please do let us know.<\/p><\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bde-faq__item\">\n      <h3 class=\"bde-faq__title-tag\">\n       <button id=\"bde-faq-105-button-9\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bde-faq-105-9\" class=\"bde-faq__question js-faq-item\">\n          <span class=\"bde-faq__title\">Are there guidelines to content or reviews? <\/span>\n                           <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--inactive\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\">\n<path d=\"M31 12h-11v-11c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1h-6c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v11h-11c-0.552 0-1 0.448-1 1v6c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h11v11c0 0.552 0.448 1 1 1h6c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-11h11c0.552 0 1-0.448 1-1v-6c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n         \t  <div aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"bde-faq__icon bde-faq__icon--active\">\n                                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><!-- Font Awesome Free 5.15.1 by @fontawesome - https:\/\/fontawesome.com License - https:\/\/fontawesome.com\/license\/free (Icons: CC BY 4.0, Fonts: SIL OFL 1.1, Code: MIT License) --><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"\/><\/svg>\n                            <\/div>\n                  <\/button>\n      <\/h3>\n      <div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"bde-faq-105-button-9\" id=\"bde-faq-105-9\" class=\"bde-faq__answer\">\n        <div class=\"bde-faq__answer-content\">\n            <div class=\"breakdance-rich-text-styles\"><p>Yes. Where listings are concerned please keep the business description accurate and honest. Providing exaggerated claims or incorrect details will probably lead to poor reviews which can only damage your business.<\/p><p>For reviews these should be unbiased, for example, you must not write a review for your own business, your employer, or your friends, or relatives business. In addition, if you are unable to provide a fair and unbiased review then it\u2019s best not to leave a review at all.<\/p><p>Reviews should remain on point and highlight your actual experience. Don\u2019t refer to extraordinary circumstances or unreasonable demands. For resolution, it\u2019s best to take up your issues with the business owner directly, rather than through a public forum.<\/p><p>Please respect an individual's privacy. Only refer to a business by name unless the owner is the name of the business. For example, do not use the name of any individual employee.<\/p><p><strong>No Spam!<\/strong> We reserve the right to delete any reviews or comments that include directions to other businesses or URLs for other business websites.<\/p><p>Lastly, and by no means least, this site is accessible by anyone of any age. Do not use profanity, hate speech, sexually explicit language or attempt to harass or use threats. Any comments or reviews found to contain any of these will be deleted.<\/p><\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/main>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About Go Puerto Plata Go Puerto Plata is designed to connect local businesses with both residents and visitors across the province. Whether you are looking to showcase your business or discover the best services in the area, our platform is built for you. 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