The international travel insurance company Allianz has revealed that Punta Cana is one of the leading international destinations for American travelers this summer. The Caribbean continues to dominate Americans’ summer vacation plans, with the Dominican Republic in 5th place, up three spots from last year. Alongside other popular Caribbean destinations like Cancún, the Dominican Republic …

As of this week, the Dominican Republic has taken a step closer to post-pandemic normality with the announcement that it would no longer test unvaccinated travelers. Until now, unvaccinated tourists were administered random breathalyzer tests upon entry. Last Monday, the Civil Aviation Board announced that the country would no longer perform random testing even for …

One passenger died and three were seriously injured when a speedboat caught fire while en route to Saona, a popular island destination in the province of Altagracía. The accident, which took place last Wednesday, is currently under investigation by local authorities who are trying to determine the cause of the fire. The passengers were transporting …

The Russian megayacht Flying Fox was seen departing Santo Domingo after being docked in the city’s port for nearly a month. The yacht, owned by a Russian oligarch, was being investigated by U.S and Dominican authorities over suspicions regarding its owner, including money laundering and arms trafficking. So far, there has been a great deal …

Earlier this month, Dominican law enforcement personel detained the pilots and crew members of a Canadian charter airline after the aircraft was found carrying parcels of cocaine. In total, eleven crew members were questioned by authorities, but only 5 remain detained. Pivot Airlines, the charter company that owns the aircraft, issued a statement calling for …

Even though the Dominican Republic has gone a month without a single COVID-related death, some experts remain concerned about the possibility of a future surge. The busy Easter period is especially worrying due to increased international travel as well as large family gatherings. Some experts, like Santiago Calderón, a doctor from the Cruz Jiminián Clinic, …

There is no end in sight to the international appetite to visit the Dominican Republic, and Punta Cana Airport is struggling to cope with passenger numbers. Earlier this year, authorities were eager to announce a new, $280 million dollar expansion to support passenger infrastructure in the busy airport, which already receives more traffic than its …

The Dominican Republic is known for its sunny weather, spectacular beaches, and welcoming Caribbean lifestyle. It’s not surprising that the country is among the most popular destinations for U.S travelers, with many of them making their way to all-inclusive resorts. But the country offers more than just sun and beaches. And with that in mind, …

With the tourist season in full swing, the travel industry is gearing up for a busy year in international travel. The country saw a whopping 1,71 million non-resident tourists in the first trimester of the year, the highest recorded number of international travelers since the pandemic started. With these numbers in mind, the Dominican Republic …

Eight Dominican Republic provinces have been put on yellow alert (moderate) due to heavy rain, which has caused localized flooding and blocked roads in many parts of the country. According to the national meteorology service’s forecast, heavy rains are set to continue over the next few days, affecting various parts of the country. The northeast, …