I have landed at Punta Cana International (PUJ) more times than I can count. I have navigated the chaos of the “Shark Tank” terminal, stayed in everything from the ultra-luxury Cap Cana enclaves to the budget all-inclusives in Bavaro, and yes, I have overpaid for a taxi more than once. When you operate in this …
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You are three days into your stay at a sprawling resort in Bávaro. The sun is perfect, the Presidente beer is ice cold, and your biggest worry is whether to hit the pool or the beach. Fast forward six hours, and the dream has collapsed. You are confined to your suite, negotiating a peace treaty …
If you haven’t touched down in the Dominican Republic since 2024, you aren’t prepared for 2026. The “post-pandemic” boom has settled into a new normal. Punta Cana remains the Caribbean’s volume king for a reason—it is beautiful and affordable—but the mechanics of the destination have changed. The “cheap, easy weekend” is still there, but you …
If you are planning a trip to Punta Cana in 2026, you have probably already done the math. You know that a standard hotel taxi from your resort to Downtown Punta Cana costs about $40 USD. You also know that opening the Uber app shows that exact same ride for $12 USD. It seems like …
You have just landed in paradise. You grabbed your bags, cleared immigration, and you are ready for that first Presidente beer on the beach. But first, you have to get through “The Gauntlet.” Every veteran traveler to Punta Cana knows exactly what I’m talking about. The hallway between baggage claim and the exit is famous …
If you thought the massive “Endless” infinity pool at Lopesan Costa Bávaro was impressive, wait until you see the next big thing for Punta Cana. Lopesan Hotel Group has just dropped a massive announcement that is shaking up the Bavaro coastline: they are opening a new 1,000-room mega-resort in Punta Cana this spring. NEW FOR …
You land in Punta Cana, the humidity hits you, and you are ready for a Presidente. But first, you have to get past the guy with the badge. Dominican Customs (Aduanas) is not the TSA. They don’t care about your shoes or your laptop size. They care about revenue (taxes) and contraband. And in 2026, …
Travelers are receiving the good news that the budget-friendly airline JetBlue is adding even more flights from the U.S. to the Dominican Republic. This couldn’t come at a better time, with recent media coverage highlighting the high cost of flights for American travelers heading to the Dominican Republic for a vacation, the need for a …
Travelers may be getting a taste of things to come regarding flight prices to Punta Cana after JetBlue announced a huge sale on airfare to the Dominican Republic this winter. The cost of airfare to Punta Cana can be high considering its relatively short distance from the U.S., a fact that is expected to change …
Every year, travel tech company Expedia releases its Air Travel Hacks Report, packed with data-backed strategies and useful tips to help travelers enhance the travel experience, save money, and reduce stress. In the latest edition, Expedia also unveiled the top international destinations for American travelers right now: Punta Cana, Cancun, and Mexico City. Yes, it’s …