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The 5 Most Important Things You Need To Know Before Booking Your Punta Cana Resort This Winter
The freezing winter weather is officially creeping in, and millions of travelers are already aggressively searching for the perfect tropical escape. The Dominican Republic is hands down one of the absolute best destinations for North Americans looking to trade their heavy winter coats for a swimsuit and a cold margarita. Punta Cana offers world class ...
This Popular Punta Cana Resort Debuts Massive New Renovations on December 1
Winter is right around the corner, and millions of travelers are currently hunting for the perfect Caribbean getaway to escape the freezing temperatures back home. Punta Cana remains one of the absolute best destinations in the world for an easy, highly relaxing all inclusive vacation. The white sand beaches are stunning, the flights are incredibly ...
These Are The Top 8 Things Travelers At Punta Cana Resorts Need To Watch Out For This Winter
You have finally arrived. The long flight is over, you have checked into your beautiful oceanfront room, and the tropical relaxation instantly starts to take over. Punta Cana resorts are massive, highly secure properties designed specifically to make you completely forget about the stress of the real world. While these mega resorts are incredibly safe ...
Top 5 Things You Can't Miss Visiting Punta Cana This Winter (And How Long They'll Take)
We completely understand the ultimate vacation mindset. Some of us have decided that we are not moving any further than the exact distance between our comfortable hotel bed and our poolside lounge chair. When you pay top dollar for a premium luxury Punta Cana vacation, doing absolutely nothing for a week is a highly respectable ...
10 Prohibited Items You Can’t Bring To Punta Cana This Winter: Don’t Get Fined
You land in Punta Cana, the incredible tropical humidity hits you, and you are absolutely ready for an ice cold Presidente on the beach. But before you can grab a taxi to your luxury all inclusive resort, you have to get past the official customs checkpoint. Dominican Customs is absolutely not the TSA. They do ...
5 Items That You Can't Forget For Your Punta Cana Getaway This Winter
You finally booked your winter escape to the Dominican Republic. You are totally ready for endless sunshine, towering palm trees, and absolute relaxation by the ocean. However, before you zip up your suitcase and head to the airport, you need to make sure you are packing like an absolute professional. The vast majority of travelers ...
Traveler Safety Index
Punta Cana Live Score
Resort Pulse
52% Occupancy
Things to Do
Top-rated Punta Cana excursions
Saona Island Full-Day Tour
Speedboat to natural pool with starfish, catamaran lunch on the island
Catalina Island Snorkeling
Superior snorkeling at 'The Wall' coral reef with beach buffet
Hip Hop Party Boat
Adults-only cruise with open bar, snorkeling, natural pool
Small-Group Catamaran
Intimate catamaran experience limited to 16 people
Travel Essentials
Emergency contacts + quick tips
Tourist Police
+1 809-222-2026
POLITUR 24/7
US Embassy
+1 809-567-7775
Santo Domingo
Canada Embassy
+1 809-262-3100
24/7: +1 613-996-8885
Hospital
+1 809-686-1414
Hospiten Bavaro
Quick Tips
Tip 10-15% (10% often auto-added)
US power outlets - no adapter needed
Don't drink tap water
Uber limited - taxis at resorts/airports