The Dominican Republic has skyrocketed in popularity recently, and the purpose-built resort destination of Punta Cana, with its world-class beaches, has been consistently the main draw, especially for Americans and Canadians. But this popularity can come at a price for those planning a vacation in the Dominican Republic. Many of the most popular resorts in …
James Henry Currie
One of the biggest draws of Punta Cana for Americans is just how incredibly connected it is to the contiguous United States. There are many large population centers that fly direct, and with so many options, it’s no surprise that Americans are the number one tourists by visitor numbers in Punta Cana! These are all …
There are many great free things to see and do in the Dominican Republic, and it can be refreshing to take a day out from the polished experience in the many fantastic all-inclusive resorts. As well as being an excellent destination for relaxing by the pool or beach, the Dominican Republic also offers experiences outside …
The resorts in Punta Cana are some of the best in the world, and with so many fantastic amenities and on-site entertainment, it’s easy to forget that the world outside the front gate is full of vacation-making experiences. Whether traveling as a family, as a couple, or in a group hunting for the ultimate party …
Punta Cana isn’t just a family destination. The phrase “there’s something for everyone” gets used a lot to describe tourism hotspots around the world, but in Punta Cana, it really is true. There are some absolutely world-class nightclubs in the area, as well as fun-filled beach clubs, but with the following resorts, you don’t even …
Unfortunately, sargassum can be an issue for many beaches in the Dominican Republic, especially the hugely popular destination of Punta Cana. In 2022 record levels of sargassum washed up in the Dominican Republic, an issue that has been getting steadily worse since 2015. Furthermore, current estimates are that 2023 will bring as much sargassum as …
Punta Cana is world-famous for its 11 beautiful beaches stretching along the east coast of the Dominican Republic. But, while 11 may sound like a lot, the exploding popularity of Punta Cana since the relaxation of worldwide Covid-19 restrictions means these beaches are quickly becoming crowded. Thankfully, many resorts have their own private areas of …
Connectivity between Canada and the Dominican Republic has just received a huge boost thanks to the announcement of an open skies agreement between the two nations. Things rarely move fast in international diplomacy, and this agreement is no different, having taken 14 years to finalize. This is what travelers can expect from the new open …
The Dominican Republic experienced a 5.3 magnitude earthquake in the early hours of Wednesday morning close to the capital city of Santo Domingo. Thankfully no damage or injuries have been reported, but it’s a sober reminder of the potential for earthquakes to hit this Caribbean paradise. There are some important things travelers should know about …
Punta Cana is as close to the perfect beach destination as you can get, not just in the Caribbean but in the whole world. There are 11 beaches of soft, white sand and turquoise blue waters set to a backdrop of palm trees and blue skies. At the same time, these beautiful beaches are complimented …