The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism is encouraging travelers to visit one of the first cities to capture the attention of tourists, Puerto Plata. The area’s long stretches of unspoiled beaches, spectacular scenery and blends of history and adventure make it the perfect destination for every interest.  This versatile Caribbean playground has developed dramatically since it initially caught the public eye nearly 40 years ago.

The arrival of international visitors to the Dominican Republic through the country’s seven international airports grew by 5.9% in 2012. The country’s seven international airports received 3.9 million visitors, compared to 3.7 million in 2011. Fifty-five percent of the international visitors were from North America.

Dominican Republic is the Caribbean’s most bio-diverse country, with 25 percent of its lush land and pristine coastline protected as national parks, reserves and sanctuaries. With the creation of the Dominican Republic’s Marine Mammal Sanctuary for Humpback Whales in 1962, Dominican Republic has been a forerunner in environment and marine-oriented protections ensuring magnificent nature abounds.

The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism is pleased to welcome the prestigious Marlin University, Marlin magazine’s annual billfishing school, to Cap Cana, Dominican Republic May 7-12, 2012.

Guests are being invited to build a dream paradise vacation on Dominican Republic (DR) Ministry of Tourism’s award-wining website. Since its launch in January 2011, the social media-friendly site is impressing visitors and tourism marketers and has earned prestigious ADDY and Summit awards for its clever design and function.

Pinewood Shepperton is planning to build a 35-acre film and television studio in the Dominican Republic to serve South America.