5 Reasons The Dominican Republic Is Easier To Visit Than Ever Before

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The Dominican Republic’s popularity is skyrocketing to unprecedented levels in 2023, with over 8 million travelers expected to flock to the sun-drenched country.

The tropical island’s remarkable growth is driven by its much-improved international connectivity, with more airlines launching flights to its major hotspots.

Other factors, like excellent safety, are also driving interest in the Caribbean nation, helping to make the Dominican Republic one of the most popular choices for American travelers this year.

With that in mind, here are 5 reasons why the Dominican Republic is easier to visit than ever before in 2023.

a large aircraft in the punta cana airport terminal

Record Number Of Flights This Winter

As winter slowly approaches, major North American airlines have announced a record number of flights to the Dominican Republic this year.

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With carriers like Frontier, American Airlines, and Sunwing Airlines planning a 15 to 30% increase in the availability of seats to Caribbean destinations, the Dominican Republic is front and center in the eyes of most carriers.

Open Skies Treaties

The Dominican Republic and Canada signed the Open Skies Treaty in February of this year, paving the way for cheaper flights and more regular flights between the two nations.

As a result, a record-breaking number of Cadnadidn travelers are expected to flock to the tropical nation in 2023. New projections show that over a million Canadians will visit the Dominican Republic this year as more airlines launch routes to the warm destination from all major Canadian hubs.

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The Dominican Republic is also negotiating a similar treaty with the United States, with talks expected to wrap up sometime in the following months.

Dominican Airlines Dominate The Scene

The emergence of several key domestic competitors in 2023 is leading to lower prices for airfare and more flexibility in a number of international routes.

This year, Dominican-based low-cost airline Arajet made history when it announced an ambitious plan to expand its network of international flights to Canada, and later, the United States.

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The airline will operate a handful of direct flights to Canada this year, including to Toronto, boasting some of the cheapest rates on the market. With a large and modern fleet, the airline hopes to open up new connections to the United States later this year or next year.

Massive Airport Renovations

Several ongoing and recently-concluded airport renovations have made Dominican Republic airports more modern, safe, and comfortable for millions of passengers.

The most important airport expansion to recently have wrapped up is that of Punta Cana International Airport, which delivered a host of massive improvements to the country’s largest aerial hub.

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From 7 new air bridges to sweeping changes in safety procedures and improved efficiency at check-in, the early 100-million dollar renovation paves the way for the airport’s continued growth in coming years.

Another airport that is set to see much-needed improvements in safety & facilities is Cibao International Airport, where officials are working to boost capacity as international passenger traffic grows.

Key Investments In Airport Safety

Safety is a critical issue for countless travelers, and fortunately, the Dominican Republic stands out as one of the most secure destinations in the Caribbean. That safety also extends to the country’s airports, which have invested heavily in bolstering measures to protect travelers and deter organized crime.

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From new high-tech X-ray machines to squads of sniffing dogs, officials in the forward-looking country leave no room for error. In a recent safety inspection, all of the country’s major airports received the green light from U.S. civil aviation inspectors, who regularly carry out checks across North American airports.