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Puerto Plata is known for its rums and cigars, santos religious figurines, fearsome Carnival diablos cojuelos (devil masks) from near Santiago, superlative amber and larimar (found only in the D.R.) jewelry, and top-notch Haitian and Latin art. Plaza Turisol holds 80 name outlets; Playa Dorada Plaza’s shops carry leading local ceramics, cigars, and coffee.

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This upscale, mini-chain carries exquisite amber and larimar jewelry in creative settings (Michael Jackson and Madonna are fans).

Plaza Isabela; Ave. Luperón km3.5; Puerto Plata; 809-586-3933; www.harrisons.com

One of the region’s best restaurants (superb Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern mezes) and trendiest bar scenes (fab live jazz sets) triples as a respected gallery carrying contemporary Latin artists from the D.R., Cuba, and Central America.

Puerto Plata; 809-571-0888

British expat Patrick Fagg has been fashioning fanciful jewelry for 35 years. If you’re lucky he’ll demonstrate his techniques; regardless, his handsome silver pieces, which contain local black coral, larimar, and amber, are heirloom-worthy.

9 Calle Pedro Clisante; Puerto Plata; 809-571-2121

Dudes and dudettes find rad, local designs at this hipster hangout. The shop also sponsors promising Dominican athletes and top windsurfing, kiteboarding, surfing, and skateboarding competitions.

Main St. at Plaza Cita del Sol; Puerto Plata; 809-571-0025

Find sterling stogie values here, with hand-rolled classic brands like Montecristo, Upmann, and Romeo y Julieta. Even those using Cuban seeds can be brought to the U.S.

Playa Dorada Plaza; Puerto Plata; 809-320-2216

This gallery showcases Dominican masters as well as local artisans specializing in ceramics and carving (including ironwood and mahogany). They also do a brisk trade in cute trinkets.

10 Calle Dr. Alejo Martínez; Puerto Plata; 809-571-4222

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