Category : Dominican Republic

Arajet launches operations from Punta Cana Airport

Punta Cana.- Arajet inaugurated its operations at Punta Cana Airport (PUJ), marking a significant milestone as the airline exceeded one million passengers in 2024. CEO and founder Víctor Pacheco emphasized Arajet’s commitment to expanding its n...

Verón-Punta Cana Councillor alleges assault by Coco Bongo security

Verón-Punta Cana.- Dionicio López, Councilor of the Verón-Punta Cana Municipal Tourist District, has filed a formal complaint against security agents at the Coco Bongo nightclub after being physically assaulted. López was recording an act of violence...

Delta introduces daily Atlanta-Puerto Plata flight

Puerto Plata.- Delta Airlines has launched a new daily flight route between Atlanta and Puerto Plata, enhancing air connectivity for the northern region of the Dominican Republic and boosting tourism. Operated through the Gregorio Luperón Internation...

Tourism Minister fines contractor for delayed boardwalk renovation

Santo Domingo.- Tourism Minister David Collado imposed a RD$4 million fine on the engineer overseeing the San Pedro de Macorís Boardwalk remodeling for failing to complete the project on time. Collado had installed a countdown clock on November 11 to...

77% of tourists are more concerned about the experience of their trip than what it costs

Santo Domingo – According to a global travel trends report by American Express Travel, 77% of tourists think more about their experience than what they will spend during their stay. 84% plan to spend more or the same on travel in 2024 compared...

Puerto Plata Tourism Cluster supports recovery actions at Sosua beach

Puerto Plata – The Puerto Plata Destination Tourism Cluster (CTDPP) expresses its full support for the Dominican Government’s actions to recover and reorganize Sosua Beach. It understands that these measures are essential to preserving na...

Punta Cana among the favorite destinations to spend Thanksgiving Day

Punta Cana – Thanksgiving, traditionally a family gathering at home, has taken a new twist in recent years. People celebrate the holiday away from home, using it as a perfect excuse to explore new destinations. With this, the United States, Eur...

Dominican Repulic needs more investment in tourism to maintain competition in the sector

Santo Domingo – The Dominican Republic is in a new era of tourism investment, where the State has to be more committed, public policies have to be more coherent, and the private sector has to make the change in the offer, investment, and struct...

Meliá and Rafael Nadal to open Zel Punta Cana on December 12

Punta Cana.- Meliá Hotels International, in partnership with tennis star Rafael Nadal, will launch Zel Punta Cana on December 12, blending relaxation with sports in a unique all-inclusive experience. This new resort marks the global expansion of the...

Dominican Republic unveils Strategic Plan for Sustainable Gastronomic Tourism

Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic has unveiled its Strategic Plan for Sustainable Gastronomic Tourism, a collaborative effort led by the Dominican Restaurant Association (ADERES), the Ministry of Tourism (MITUR), Banreservas, and the Basque Culi...

Punta Cana: a top thanksgiving travel destination

Punta Cana.- Thanksgiving, traditionally celebrated as a family gathering at home, has evolved into an opportunity for many to explore new destinations. Travelers are increasingly using the holiday to venture abroad, making the United States, Europe,...

Adompretur Puerto Plata backs Sosúa Beach recovery efforts

Puerto Plata.- Adompretur Puerto Plata has endorsed the government’s efforts to restore and redevelop Sosúa Beach, highlighting the project’s importance in preserving natural resources, boosting tourism, and fostering sustainable development for loca...

Asonahores signs National Road Safety pact

Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader signed Decree 656-24 on Monday, declaring road safety a national priority and launching the National Road Safety Plan 2025-2030. The plan will be coordinated by Intrant (National Institute of Traffic and Land T...

Arajet adds seasonal flight between Punta Cana and Buenos Aires

Punta Cana.- Arajet will introduce a new seasonal flight connecting Punta Cana International Airport with Ministro Pistarini International Airport in Ezeiza, Buenos Aires, starting December 14, 2024. This service aims to meet the rising travel demand...

President Abinader inaugurates Casa del Cordón Taíno Cultural Center

Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader and First Lady Raquel Arbaje officially inaugurated the Casa del Cordón Taíno Cultural Center in Santo Domingo’s Colonial City, marking a significant contribution to Dominican cultural heritage. Organized...