Dominican Republic News
Dominican republic among UNWTO members reporting strong tourism rebound
UNWTO has warmly welcomed the first data on summer arrivals from its Member States.
Dominican Republic to host the 2022 FCCA Cruise Conference
The Dominican Republic will host the 2022 FCCA Cruise Conference, taking place in Santo Domingo from October 11-14. The event aims to showcase the nation’s potential for increased benefits from cruise tourism.
Arajet seeks to bring low-cost model to Caribbean
Arajet has announced its arrival as the first low-cost airline in the Caribbean, potentially signally an end to chronic connectivity problems in the region.
Sandals examines Dominican Republic hospitality potential
Led by executive chairman, Adam Stewart, and chief executive, Gebhard Rainer, members of the Sandals Resorts International executive committee have toured the Dominican Republic.
Casa de Campo unveils expansion plans in Dominican Republic
Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic has broken ground on a $90 million building project designed to enhance the facilities and room options at the resort.
AC Hotel by Marriott Punta Cana opens its doors
With open and multifunctional public spaces, guests are invited to experience a hotel in the centre of one of the most important tourist and corporate destinations in the Caribbean.
Dominican Republic to offer free Covid-19 tests to travellers
The government of the Dominican Republic is taking measures to strengthen the capacity of the destination to respond to the entry requirements of source markets.
Dominican Republic extends Covid-19 healthcare offer
The ministry of tourism has announced the continuation of their free health coverage plan to March 31st. The scheme is aimed at tourists arriving on commercial flights and staying at a hotel.
Radisson Blu Resort & Residence Punta Cana opens in Caribbean
Radisson Blu Resort & Residence Punta Cana, a short 15-minute drive from Punta Cana International Airport, features 164 suites along 12 buildings on the shores of Cabeza de Toro beach.
Dominican Republic president breaks ground at St. Regis Cap Cana Resort
Marriott International has celebrated the ground-breaking of the St. Regis Cap Cana Resort & Residences. The property is expected to be the first St. Regis hotel in the Dominican Republic.
Dominican Republic unveils new Covid-19 measures
The president of the Dominican Republic, Luis Abinader Corona, has announced a set of initiatives designed to address challenges faced by the local tourism industry.
Dominican Republic reopens to tourism as coronavirus fades
The decision marks the start of phase four of the de-escalation process of the measures announced by the high-level commission for the prevention and control of coronavirus.