The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Punta Cana has undergone an extensive renovation thanks to the pandemic-related break in international travel. Several improvements have been made to the world-class resort including an upgrade to all of its hotel’s rooms, as well as the addition of a new restaurant and waterpark. As a result, the …

This week, famed aerospace company Boeing came under fire for a lack of safety measures around its 737-800 aircraft in Latin America – including those on routes to and from the Dominican Republic. Boeing’s Latin American Vice President, Landon Loomis, stated that ‘security is essential to the company, and that actions must be taken quickly …

Punta Cana is by far the most popular place to visit in the Dominican Republic. Its palm-tree-lined beaches, warm tropical waters, and world-class resorts make it a great choice for travelers. Visitors in the area can enjoy several outdoor activities that are best enjoyed by doing tours. They can be conveniently booked at most resorts, …

This week, American air carrier Delta announced it would drastically reduce the number of flights in the United States and Latin America, including the Dominican Republic,  from July 1st to August 1st this summer. This comes after hundreds of flights were cancelled from the major airline this past holiday weekend, due to bad weather and …

The hurricane season is set to officially begin on Wednesday and is predicted to be unusually strong this year. The country’s weather agency Onamet is urging the population to be prepared for potentially catastrophic hurricanes over the summer season. With forecasts indicating a highly active hurricane season this summer, the Dominican Republic is being told …

The Dominican Republic has begun building Port Cabo Rojo, a new massive cruise ship port in the Pedernales region. With construction set to last around 18 months, the project aims to create one of the leading cruise ship ports in the Caribbean. In addition to the new terminal, several new hotels will also be built.  …

The international hotel chain Meliá is currently renovating its flagship resorts in the Dominican Republic. The renovation is part of its wider investment package in Punta Cana, which includes the building of the Caribbean’s first major theme park Katmandu set to open later this year. Scheduled for completion at the end of 2023, the hotel …

This week, trusted travel site The Lonely Planet stated that Encuentro Beach was the best place for travellers to surf in the Dominican Republic. With varying wave heights and both shallow and deep pools, a visit to Encuentro is set to provide an unforgettable experience that both novice and expert surfers alike can enjoy. Set …

The Dominican Republic is seeing a concerning rise in the number of dengue cases reported in the Caribbean island. The country’s public health ministry notified 436 new cases of dengue in the past four weeks, and 8 people are suspected to have died due to the disease this year. Public health authorities are asking residents …

Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, international travel has been up in the air. Many tourists are worried about catching the virus whilst flying to new destinations, or getting stuck in a different location due to a national lockdown. 2022 presents a different story: with more people vaccinated against the virus than …