Category : Dominican Republic

Baleària to launch ferry service between San Pedro de Macorís and Puerto Rico soon

Santo Domingo.- Jean Luis Rodríguez, executive director of the Dominican Port Authority (Apordom), highlighted significant progress at Seatrade Cruise Med 2024 on the construction of ports in San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic, and Mayagüez, Pu...

Frank Rainieri awarded “Meritorious Son” of La Altagracia

Higuey, La Altagracia.- The Higüey Municipal Council honored Frank Rainieri as a “Meritorious Son” for his significant contributions to regional development and tourism promotion in the Dominican Republic. The award, presented by Mayor K...

Metro Tourist Services confirms normal operations in Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata.- After the facilities of Metro Servicios Turísticos in Puerto Plata were seized due to non-compliance with a 2021 ruling that mandated the payment of labor benefits and other rights to more than a dozen former employees, the company iss...

Abinader pledges support for new tourism projects and theme parks

Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader affirmed the government’s commitment to enhancing the tourism sector’s offerings, highlighting the growth in health tourism, theme parks like El Dorado Park, and the country’s culinary diversi...

Hotel sector urges caution on Tax Reform to preserve tourism growth

Cap Cana.- As anticipation builds around a potential tax reform aimed at boosting state revenues, the hotel sector in the Dominican Republic remains vigilant. Industry leaders hope to preserve current tax conditions that have spurred private investme...

Punta Bergantín joins Association of Real Estate Tourism Companies

Puerto Plata.- The Trust for Economic and Social Development of the Punta Bergantín Zone has joined the Dominican Association of Real Estate Tourism Companies (ADETI), which represents organizations promoting real estate tourism in the Dominican Repu...

Antonio Ramis on the vision and success of Punta Blanca Golf and Beach Club

Santo Domingo.- Nestled in the heart of Bávaro, Dominican Republic, Punta Blanca Golf and Beach Club offers a unique golfing experience. Known for its inland design and challenging layout, the course presents golfers with a distinct test of skill. Th...

Dominican Republic received 42 cruise ships and about 140 thousand visitors in August

Puerto de Río Haina, SDO – The Dominican Port Authority (Apordom) reported that the Dominican Republic received 42 cruise ships in August. For September, it receives about 26 cruise ships arriving in the country through different terminals. The...

Four Seasons CEO: “Dominican Republic has all the elements for luxury tourism”

The Ministry of Tourism (Mitur) has set its sights on diversifying the sector, not only by destinations but also by segments, with an emphasis on luxury tourism. This will create a more attractive and varied offer to attract a more demanding visitor...

Spanish ambassador announces virtual guide to promote tourism in Santo Domingo’s Colonial City

Santo Domingo.- The Spanish ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Antonio Pérez-Hernández y Torra, announced the development of a virtual guide for the Colonial City to promote Dominican tourism. This guide will feature historical and thematic routes...

Banreservas to promote Dominican tourism at Top Resa in Paris

Santo Domingo.- Banco de Reservas will participate in the IFTM Top Resa fair in Paris from September 17 to 19, 2024, emphasizing its role in promoting the Dominican Republic on an international stage. The delegation, led by CEO Samuel Pereyra, will e...

Dominican Republic showcases luxury tourism in Miami

Miami.- The Dominican Republic recently showcased its luxury tourism offerings in Miami, Florida, highlighting exclusive and personalized experiences. At the event, Tourism Minister David Collado presented the country’s premier tourist destinations t...

Authorities raid travel agency “De Vacaciones en RD”

Santo Domingo.- Authorities raided the offices of the travel agency “De Vacaciones en RD” at Plaza Oasis on Independencia Avenue, following the cancellation of several trips that left many tourists stranded in Colombia. Outraged customers...

Catalonia Santo Domingo Hotel set to host 2024 National Tourism Award

Santo Domingo.- Luis Severino, president of the National Tourism Award, announced that the third edition of the event will take place on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Catalonia Santo Domingo hotel. The ceremony aims to recognize ou...

Sky Caterers expands to Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo.- Sky Caterers, the largest food preparation and distribution company for commercial airlines in Central America and the Caribbean, has launched operations in the Dominican Republic with state-of-the-art facilities at Las Américas Inter...