The U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic has issued new safety recommendations for American travelers. While generally safe for visitors, the Caribbean nation has seen a spike in violent crime lately, which has prompted several countries to publish new travel warnings. As a result, U.S. citizens are urged to maintain situation awareness and exercise increased precautions while …
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As Punta Cana continues to soar in popularity and welcome more travelers, hotels and resorts in the coastal destination are carrying out large-scale renovations. Be Live is the latest firm to announce extensive makeovers of some of its Punta Cana properties. The company has announced it will temporarily close three of its largest resorts, which …
Canada has issued a new travel warning for citizens headed to the Dominican Republic over rising crime rates and an escalating humanitarian crisis with its bordering nation of Haiti. Despite being one of the safest Caribbean destinations, the Dominican Republic has seen an uptick in violent crimes lately, with a 9-year-old boy being shot fatally …
An American minor was shot dead in the Dominican while on vacation with his family. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday in the vicinity of Cibao International Airport in the northern part of the country. Officials have launched a full-scale investigation into the shocking murder, which has attracted widespread attention from within the Dominican Republic …
Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic’s bustling capital city, is the oldest city in the Americas. Its old town, officially known as Ciudad Colonial, is set to undergo extensive renovations over the coming months. Massive Renovation To Spruce Up Dominican Capital’s Old Town The capital’s old town is one of the most visited tourist attractions in …
Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic have just reported another record-breaking month for travel with over 700,000 international tourists visiting the country in March. As global travel picks up, a growing number of visitors are flocking to the Caribbean island, which is home to world-class shores, top-notch resorts, and an impeccable safety record. Here’s the …
The construction of Larimar City & Resort, one of the Dominican Republic’s landmark resort and residential projects, has officially kicked off in Punta Cana. The massive investment package will see more than 22,000 residential units built, as well as a whopping six resorts, several shopping centers, and even a university. Travelers are set to benefit …
Wyndham has announced a flurry of new hotel investments in the Dominican Republic to meet growing travel demand. It recently announced its intention to launch a new eco-property in Pedernales, slated for opening in 2025. Situated in the southwestern tip of the Dominican Republic, many analysts have called Pedernales the country’s next major resort and …
Rising from the Caribbean Sea, this tiny island near the resort city of Puerto Plata is unlike anything else you’ve ever seen. Measuring just several thousand square feet in size, Cayo Arena is the Dominican Republic’s best-kept secret. While the tropical country is home to several stunning island destinations, none are as unique as the …
In a shocking development, 244 beaches in the Dominican Republic have been closed to the public, with some of the most popular tourist beaches being included in the short-term closures. The closures are done on a case-by-case basis, with many remaining open, such as Bavaro Beach in Punta Cana. Although this is subject to change …