The Dominican Republic and Punta Cana are experiencing a period of extreme heat as temperatures reach up to 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celcius). While the tropical country is no stranger to high temperatures, residents and travelers have been warned to take precautions against the heat. With summer just around the corner, visitors should be …
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Travelers are flocking to the Dominican Republic in growing numbers in search of pristine tropical beaches, award-winning luxury hospitality, and a laid-back culture that invites people to let loose. With the sun-soaked island being one of the most sought-after destinations in the Caribbean this year, hospitality firms are investing in the tropical country at a …
For most of the year Punta Cana is a reliably dry and sunny Caribbean destination, so much so that it has become a year-round vacation draw and grown out of having a truly recognizable low season. But, no matter how awesome Punta Cana gets as a destination, its location means the threat of hurricanes is …
Punta Cana is quickly solidifying its place as the most popular destination in all of the Caribbean thanks to outstanding resorts, modern infrastructure, and an entertainment offering that is now stealing many spring breakers away from the classic destinations of Los Cabos and Cancun. And with this growth is coming more spotlight on the weird …
Punta Cana is famous for its world-class hospitality, soft white-sand beaches, and exciting nature and sailing tours. While the resort destination is one of the safest destinations in the Caribbean, a lot of things can go wrong when enjoying one of the city’s action-packed excursions. This week, a U.S. citizen drowned after apparently being forgotten …
JetBlue is the latest U.S.-based airline to announce several new routes to the Dominican Republic with the launching of non-stop flights from Orlando to Punta Cana and Santiago. JetBlue currently operates the most extensive network of flights from the U.S. to the Dominican Republic with an average of 13 daily flights. Here’s the latest on …
A massive makeover and expansion of Punta Cana International Airport’s Terminal B is nearing completion with the introduction of new high-tech improvements. The costly project is expected to boost efficiency and security and secure the airport’s leading reputation as one of the best aerial hubs in Latin America. Here’s the latest on what passengers can …
Hyatt has just launched one of the most highly-anticipated new resorts in Punta Cana, the 5-star Dreams Flora Resort & Spa. The luxurious high-end property is situated in Cabeza de Toro, an increasingly popular resort hotspot for luxury properties, and is already attracting great reviews from travelers. Here’s the low-down on Hyatt’s newest Dominican Republic undertaking. Dreams Flora …
The United States has removed a travel warning for U.S. citizens five months after it advised travelers about potential racial profiling upon entering the tropical country. The decision has been welcomed warmly by Dominican authorities, who have worked tirelessly to convince their U.S. counterparts that the warning lacked any factual basis. Here’s the latest on …
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 …