DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

The coastal town of Miches is undergoing a profound evolution as leading hotel chains from Club Med to Four Seasons open beach resorts in the area that is an hour’s north drive from the Punta Cana International Airport.

Previously the destination was best known as a departure point for dangerous, illegal boat trips to Puerto Rico. Today in addition to tourism, this hidden gem in the El Seibo province is also being rediscovered by filmmakers.

This shift is not just changing the town’s reputation; it is fueling a local economic engine, providing jobs, and offering global recognition to a region that was once overlooked.

The latest project to put Miches on the map is the feature film “Elena y el Mar” (Elena and the Sea). Produced by Aldea Estudio and directed by the local award-winning Tito Rodríguez, the production has effectively turned the entire...