2010 Travel News Archive – Page 8

September is the peak month for hurricanes in the Caribbean and Atlantic Basin. While hurricanes get lots of press, the chances of getting caught in a storm are not that high. For instance, in 80 years, Punta Cana has only been hit by three hurricanes (Jeanne 2004, Hortense 1996, Edith 1963) and ditto for Santo …

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Whether or not you are a cigar aficionado, if you will be visiting, don’t think twice and make the most of the opportunity to tour the Tabacalera de Garcia Cigar Factory. The factory opened its gates to the public for tours this year. Watch the hands that roll some of the best cigars in the …

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The Dominican Republic is the 9th most popular destination for Russian tourists, according to the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) and Rosturizm (Russian Federal Agency of Tourism). According to the experts, a record number of Russian tourists are forecast to go on holiday abroad in this summer season 2010. Tops in popularity for …

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Nikki Beach is slated for a Thursday, 2 September opening in Cabarete Beach in Puerto Plata. Ritmo Social, the social magazine of the Listin Diario, advanced that Chris Noth, of the Sex and the City, will be at the grand opening white party. Earlier in August, the club toasted that Sir Richard Branson celebrated his …

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The Best Sommelier of the World competition, organized by the Worldwide Sommeliers Association (WSA) will take place in Santo Domingo from 11 to 18 October. The event is held every 2 years. In Santo Domingo, Thomas Sartori, is organizing the event. Participating countries are Germany, Israel, New Zealand, France, England, Italy, Poland, Slovenia, Switzerland, Argentina, …

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The organizers of the Dominican Republic Jazz Festival have released the dates for the 2010 version. The event will take place on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 November at Cabarete Beach in Puerto Plata. And on Sunday, 28 November at the Gran Teatro del Cibao in Santiago. Over the years, leading jazz performers from the …

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The National Hotel & Restaurant Association is hosting the 24th Annual Asonahores Trade Show at the Dominican Fiesta Hotel convention halls. More than 80 companies are participating in the tradeshow and pre-booked appointments program. This year the event is dedicated to Codetel on the 80th anniversary of its support for the national tourism industry and …

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A selection of Dominican restaurants is offering a sampling of Dominican cuisine to mark the occasion of the celebration of the 2010 American Capital of Culture in Santo Domingo. The slogan is that “culture goes from mouth to mouth!” and the idea is to highlight the roots of Dominican gastronomy while innovating by creating new …

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Centro Leon Centro Cultural Eduardo Leon Jimenes re-opened on Saturday, 21 August after several weeks of renovating. The Santiago-based center is the country’s most active cultural center with community outreach programs. General admission is RD$100, children under 12 pay RD$70. On Tuesday, admission is free. Guided tours in Spanish are RD$200 by appointment. See www.centroleon.org.do

Don’t miss electrifying nights with capacity crowds at the Felix Sanchez Olympic Stadium in Santo Domingo this weekend. The Presidente Latin Music Festival brings together Latin rock, merengue, bachata, salsa and much more from Friday, 27 August through Sunday, 29 August. This time around, a DJ will begin warming up the music fans at 6pm. …

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