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UN Tourism names David Collado as the Minister of the Americas for global industry leadership

Tourism Minister David Collado, was officially recognized by the UN Tourism (World Tourism Organization) as the “Minister of the Americas” on 16 October 2025, an honor that solidifies the country’s leading role in the global tourism industry despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. The distinction comes as the Dominican Republic takes on the presidency …

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Arajet ranked third in pax transported to DR, without taking into account connecting pax

Arajet has secured its position as the third-largest airline in the country based on the number of passengers transported during the third quarter of 2025. The airline is based at both Las Americas International and Punta Cana International airports. According to official figures released by the Civil Aviation Board (JAC), Arajet flew 354,437 passengers between …

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Melia breaks ground for hotel in Playa Bergantin, Collado says deals will deliver more flight frequencies

President Luis Abinader declared a forthcoming renaissance for Puerto Plata’s hotel sector on Tuesday, 21 October 2025, when he presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the Meliá Bergantín Beach hotel in Puerto Plata. Melia was one of the pioneers of the Punta Cana destination in the early 80s. Punta Bergantin is together with Miches (on …

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President says US is who convenes to the Summit of the Americas

President Luis Abinader has moved to clarify the complex diplomatic situation surrounding the upcoming X Summit of the Americas in Punta Cana, stating that while the Dominican Republic is the host nation, the United States remains the principal convener and is ultimately responsible for the attendee list, as reported in Listin Diario. The high-stakes presidential …

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