According to a report in the Ultima Hora, cruise ship traveled increased from 110,936 arrivals in 1996 to 393,631 arrivals in 1998. Most arrivals, or 270,932, in 1998 visited the newly remodeled Port of Santo Domingo. La Romana’s Port was second with 102,788 arrivals. Increased traffic to Santo Domingo is attributed to the new port facilities that are now in operation, the Don Diego and Crist?bal Col?n terminals, from where the Colonial City of Santo Domingo attractions are easily accessible. The port of Santo Domingo, including the eastern San Souci bank, is regularly served by the Aida, Inspiration, Flamenco, and Bolero cruise ship in addition to daily service of the ferry that makes the trip between PR and DR. La Romana is served by the Costa Clasica, Costa Victoria and Aida that visit Isla Catalina.
