Several airlines have announced a flurry of new flights to popular resort destinations in the Dominican Republic for the winter 2023/2024 season. With a record number of Canadians set to visit the sun-soaked tropical country in 2023, airlines are ramping up the availability of flight seats as demand continues to soar. Here’s the latest on …
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As remote work becomes increasingly prevalent across the world – especially in the United States – a growing number of digital nomads are eyeing Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic as their next working holiday destination. Punta Cana’s thriving co-working culture and unparalleled availability of short and long-term accommodation make it one of the best …
Earlier this year, the U.S. State Department updated its travel advisory for the Dominican Republic to level 2, urging travelers to exercise increased caution when visiting the country. The new travel advisory came after reports of a rising crime rate, ranging from petty crimes to armed robberies. However, the Dominican Republic still remains one of …
Even though the Dominican Republic is widely considered one of the most welcoming and friendly destinations in the Caribbean, a new report shows that the tropical country is one of the least advanced in the Americas with regard to the rights of sexual minorities. And while the country as a whole is among the most …
Punta Cana’s world-class resorts regularly make an appearance on the list of the best properties globally. This year, that title goes to Eden Roc Cap Cana, which was just named one of the best resorts in the Caribbean by Travel + Leisure in the 28th edition of the World’s Best Awards. The 5-star luxury resort is the …
In the current climate of inflation and uncertainty in the world’s economy, getting the most out of each dollar is becoming more and more important to Americans. Whether staying in a $1000 per night all-inclusive luxury resort or opting for one of the many boutique hotels on offer, travelers want to know that they are …
Competition for the tourism crown of the Caribbean has always been a closely fought battle. From Tulum to Jamaica, there is no shortage of great destinations for travelers to get their vacation fix. But recently, most notably since the pandemic, the Dominican Republic has emerged as a true powerhouse in the Caribbean vacation space. The …
Uber is the go-to ride-sharing app for millions of people – whether back home or on holiday. It’s also becoming increasingly popular in Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic after being granted permission to begin operating in the country in 2015. Since then, it has exploded in popularity, providing impressive savings, flexibility, and safety for …
The Dominican Republic’s growing popularity as the ultimate Caribbean vacation hotspot shows no signs of slowing, as evidenced by projections pointing towards a record-breaking influx of visitors. Just recently, the President of the Association of Hotels and Tourism of the Dominican Republic estimated an 80% hotel occupancy rate and predicted a whopping 10 million foreign …
A new long-term sargassum forecast published by the University of South Florida suggests that seaweed levels may drop significantly over the summer in Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic. In contrast to earlier predictions, which anticipated record amounts of the foul-smelling seaweed in 2023, the summer months are likely to see diminishing seaweed levels due …