The Dominican Republic experienced a 5.3 magnitude earthquake in the early hours of Wednesday morning close to the capital city of Santo Domingo. Thankfully no damage or injuries have been reported, but it’s a sober reminder of the potential for earthquakes to hit this Caribbean paradise. There are some important things travelers should know about …
Punta Cana
Punta Cana is as close to the perfect beach destination as you can get, not just in the Caribbean but in the whole world. There are 11 beaches of soft, white sand and turquoise blue waters set to a backdrop of palm trees and blue skies. At the same time, these beautiful beaches are complimented …
Punta Cana is the most popular destination within the Dominican Republic, and there is no shortage of reasons why. While Puerto Plata in the north was the birthplace of tourism in the country, it is Punta Cana that really transformed this nation into the unrivaled Caribbean destination that it now is. Furthermore, not only is …
The Dominican Republic has the best driving infrastructure in all of the Caribbean, with modern, well-paved highways that are maintained to a good standard. Unfortunately, this hasn’t stopped the nation from earning the highly unwanted crown of having the most dangerous roads in the world. This may come as a shock to many travelers. While …
The Dominican Republic is an unbeatable mix of sun, sand, and fun that caters perfectly to the beloved tradition of spring break. The popular destination of Punta Cana plays center stage for the festivities and provides everything spring break revelers could ever hope for during this right of passage. There is no shortage of options …
The Dominican Republic is now home to the world’s first-ever Sports Illustrated Resort, set in the beautiful and luxurious Cap Cana, a luxurious area in Punta Cana. The media giant has played a massive part in the sporting culture of the United States over the last 65 years, and it is now following in the …
The Dominican Republic is one of the top choices for American expats in the Caribbean. In fact, roughly 4.5% of its population was born in another country, making it the Caribbean country with the largest foreign-born population. This number of expats is likely to grow in step with the huge increase in tourism from the …
Punta Cana has set a new record for the number of flights it has received in a single year. In 2022, the Punta Cana International Airport welcomed over 23,000 flights, beating pre-COVID numbers recorded in 2019. So far, the Dominican Republic has welcomed over 54,000 flights, making Punta Cana the most popular arrival port in …
The Caribbean is about to get even more luxurious with the addition of two new Jewel Resorts in the Dominican Republic. Opening on December 21st, 2022, Jewel Punta Cana will be the first-ever Jewel resort in the country, offering 620 rooms on the paradise-like Uvero Alto Beach, just 20 minutes from the Punta Cana International …
The Lopesan Costa Bavaro Resort, Spa & Casino has been recognized for its exceptional quality, cleanliness, and service, after receiving the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Hotel rating. Located on the picturesque shores of Bavaro Beach, one of the world’s most stunning beaches, the resort offers guests breathtaking views of the Dominican Republic’s beautiful east coast. …