Category : Dominican Republic

Real estate tourism drives economic growth in the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo.- Real estate tourism has significantly boosted economic growth in the Dominican Republic, with over $1,400 million in investments in the past five years, according to the Dominican Association of Real Estate Tourism Companies (ADETI)....

JetBlue will allow carry-on bags to basic fare passengers

JetBlue will significantly change its carry-on baggage policy for passengers on the Blue Basic fare. The airline confirmed in response to recent inquiries that Beginning September 6, 2024, passengers who choose the fare can carry one carry-on bag at...

Tourism boom in the Dominican Republic triggers demand for agricultural products

Santo Domingo.- Given the constant advance of tourism, the expansion of export markets, and local consumption, the Dominican Republic faces the challenge and opportunity to improve and double its agricultural production to meet internal and external...

Dominican Republic strengthens its air connectivity with more links from France and Canada

In the first session, headed by Héctor Porcella, as president of the Civil Aviation Board (JAC), the Dominican Republic increased its air connectivity with other States of the world, establishing more flights and routes in direct connection to and fr...

Puerto Plata hoteliers rejoice at Punta Bergantin’s startup

Puerto Plata – Businessmen and hotel sector leaders in Puerto Plata highlighted the importance of the Punta Bergantín tourism project for relaunching the destination on the country’s northern coast. They celebrated the groundbreaking cere...

Tourism Minister announces investments to modernize Puerto Plata cable car

Santo Domingo.- Tourism Minister David Collado announced that the government is taking significant steps to enhance tourism infrastructure, including a US$20 million investment to modernize the Puerto Plata cable car. He noted that the cable car pose...

Dominican Republic expands air links with France and Canada

Santo Domingo.- In his first session as president of the Civil Aviation Board (JAC), Héctor Porcella spearheaded efforts to enhance the Dominican Republic’s air connectivity with other nations. The board established new flights and direct route...

Punta Bergantín to create up to 20,000 new jobs

Puerto Plata, DR.- The Minister of Labor, Luis Miguel de Camps, announced today that the ambitious Punta Bergantín tourism project is expected to generate between 15,000 and 20,000 new direct jobs, making it one of the largest job creators in the nor...

Tourism investors praise President Abinader’s reappointment of David Collado

Santo Domingo.- Leading international tourism investors have expressed their strong approval of President Luis Abinader’s decision to reappoint David Collado as Minister of Tourism. Among those congratulating Collado are Gabriel Escarrer, Presi...

Playa Nueva Romana hosts inaugural Volley Fest

Playa Nueva Romana.- Playa Nueva Romana celebrated its first Volley Fest with great success, bringing together beach volleyball enthusiasts for a day filled with excitement and activities. The picturesque beach, with its stunning views of the Caribbe...

Abinader initiates construction of Hyatt Zilara and public access to Punta Bergantín

Puerto Plata.- President Luis Abinader recently marked the beginning of construction for public access to Punta Bergantín and the Hyatt Zilara Hotel, signaling the start of Puerto Plata’s relaunch. The Hyatt Zilara, the first of several planned...

Air Europa’s sustainable long-haul flight

Santo Domingo.- For the third consecutive year, Air Europa participated in SkyTeam’s challenge to promote sustainable innovation in aviation. Renamed “The Aviation Challenge” for 2024, the airline optimized a long-haul flight from Madrid-Baraja...

Survey reveals 92% of Dominican Republic tourists plan to return

Santo Domingo.- A recent Mitur survey reveals that 92% of tourists visiting the Dominican Republic plan to return, highlighting high satisfaction with their experiences. Conducted between January and July 2024, the survey involved 248,973 respondents...

FEDOGOLF and Cap Cana relaunch the Corrie Cup in honor of Jack Corrie

Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Golf Federation (FEDOGOLF), in collaboration with the Corrie family and with Cap Cana as the main sponsor, has announced the relaunch of the traditional Corrie Cup. The event, scheduled for November 15-17 at the renowned...

Arajet to launch Santo Domingo-U.S. flights in early 2025

Santo Domingo.- Arajet is preparing to launch flights connecting Santo Domingo with the U.S., but the first flight is now anticipated in the first half of 2025. Manuel Luna, the company’s public relations officer, explained that the delay is due to t...