Winter is right around the corner, and millions of travelers are currently hunting for the perfect Caribbean getaway to escape the freezing temperatures back home. Punta Cana remains one of the absolute best destinations in the world for an easy, highly relaxing all inclusive vacation. The white sand beaches are stunning, the flights are incredibly convenient, and the local hospitality is truly world class.
However, picking the right resort can be incredibly overwhelming. When you are spending your hard earned money on a luxury trip, you want a property that feels fresh, modern, and packed with incredible amenities. You absolutely do not want to show up to a tired hotel with outdated rooms and closed off swimming pools. If you are booking a trip to the Dominican Republic for this winter, a massive piece of resort news just dropped that will make your decision significantly easier.
A Brand New Era For A Punta Cana Favorite
Bahia Principe has been a massive staple in the Dominican Republic for years. However, the hospitality landscape is constantly changing, and resorts have to aggressively upgrade to stay competitive. The brand recently formed a fifty fifty joint venture asset light management company with the Hyatt Inclusive Collection. While Grupo Pinero still jointly operates the incredible properties, this strategic partnership is backed by a massive global investment plan worth one hundred and seventeen million dollars.
As part of this massive restructuring, the beloved Bahia Principe Grand Punta Cana is officially retiring its old label. It is now completely rebranded as the Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana. More importantly, it is launching an incredible new look just in time for the peak winter travel rush.
The Massive Winter Debut
The property has been undergoing a massive, highly strategic phased renovation since early April. While the resort stayed partially open to accommodate guests during the slower season, construction crews have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to completely overhaul the final sections of the property.
The massive construction project officially wrapped up at the end of November. Starting on December 1, every single space included in this final phase is officially open for full guest operations. While this does not mean the entire massive sprawling resort was rebuilt from scratch, booking a stay here right now is the ultimate travel hack. You get to be one of the very first travelers to experience the freshly finished block of rooms and the newly upgraded central amenities without dealing with any annoying construction noise.
Completely Upgraded Rooms And Villas
When you return to your room after a long day in the hot Caribbean sun, you want a space that feels incredibly comfortable and highly modern. During this phase, the resort completely gutted and refurbished three hundred and fifty eight guest rooms distributed across ten distinct villas.
These accommodations have been brought up to premium modern design standards. You can expect fresh decor, updated furniture, and a much more luxurious overall feel that perfectly matches the new Hyatt joint venture standards. Waking up in a completely brand new room sets the perfect tone for a highly relaxing vacation.
Incredible New Dining Experiences
The food is arguably the most important part of any all inclusive vacation. Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana completely overhauled their culinary lineup during this massive project. The main Bouganville buffet restaurant received a major facelift, ensuring the busy breakfast and lunch crowds have a beautifully designed space to grab their meals.
For dinner, the highly popular specialty restaurants also got a massive upgrade. The Maiko Japanese restaurant and the Capriccio Italian restaurant were completely redesigned from the ground up to offer a much more upscale, premium dining atmosphere for your evening meals.
Mega Resort Perks And Entertainment
The impressive upgrades extend far beyond just the bedrooms and the dining tables. The resort completely overhauled the main lobby, creating a stunning first impression the absolute second you step off your airport shuttle. The massive swimming pool area, the highly popular pool bar, the lobby bar, and the main theater were all completely transformed to deliver a much better daytime and evening entertainment experience.
On top of all these incredible new upgrades, you still get all the massive perks of staying inside the sprawling Bahia Principe complex. The resort is located just a quick walk from the beautiful Playa de la Arena beach in the heart of Bavaro. Furthermore, guests get full access to the incredible water park and mini golf facilities located just next door at sister properties like Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda and Bahia Principe Explore Turquesa. It is the absolute perfect setup for a frictionless, highly entertaining winter escape.
Massive Resort Upgrades
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