2014 Travel News Archive – Page 8

The American Airlines team at Santiago’s Cibao International Airport has received the American Airlines Customer Cup that rewards the station for being one of the best AA stations in customer services in the world. This is the second time that AA has selected a Dominican airport team for the distinction. The first, in 2010, was …

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On Monday, 30 June Minister of Tourism Francisco Javier Garcia announced the start of the construction of the Maimon-Luperon highway. The new road will make it easier for tourists who arrive at the Maimon port currently being constructed by Carnival Cruises to go on excursions to the Luperon beach area. Garcia said the plan is …

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Movie-going is getting better in the Dominican Republic. Plush theaters combined with easy availability at most shopping centers nationwide are making cinema an increasingly popular activity nationwide. Another advantage is that tickets for the movies in the Dominican Republic are relatively inexpensive. Palacio del Cine Blue Mall has announced that the first IMAX theater in …

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The Barahona International Surf Championship will be taking place on 19 and 20 July at Playa Bahoruco in the southwestern province of Barahona. The beach, which is known for its large swells, is one of the prime surfing locations in the Caribbean.

Art lovers will have an opportunity to view 200 works from the Fernando Baez Guerrero art collection later this month. The Museum of Modern Art has announced the opening of an exhibition showing the collection on Wednesday, 25 June 2014. “A Century of Modern Art in the Dominican Republic” features 93 Dominican artists. The exhibition …

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United Airlines has announced it is launching new flights to Punta Cana from its hub at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The flights are scheduled to begin on 20 December with year-round service on Saturdays and service on Sundays during periods of expected higher demand. United is the largest carrier in Houston, where it has …

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Many are predicting that old Santo Domingo will become the next Cartagena de Indias, as its historic houses are being purchased by foreigners to build small hotels and restaurants catering to tourists and Dominicans who love strolling round the 16th century enclave. The restoration works that right now have the Colonial City in an apparent …

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The Ministry of Culture has announced that this Saturday, 21 June will be a long night of museums in Santo Domingo. The occasion means that several museums, both public and private, may remain open until late evening hours and admission is free. The participating museums are the Columbus Alcazar, Casas Reales, Casa de Tostado, Fortaleza …

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Marking the start of summer, the mountain town of Jarabacoa announces the celebration of the Fifth Flower Festival from this Thursday, 18 June to Sunday, 22 June 2014. This year, the festival starts on Corpus Christi Day, creating a long weekend for those who can skip working on Friday. The festival is the perfect time …

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A travel feature in USA Today includes the Hostal Nicolas de Ovando on its list of 10 Top Historic Hotels in the Caribbean. The Hostal on Santo Domingo’s Calle Las Damas is considered the oldest of the hotels mentioned. It dates back to the 16th century and was the home of the first governor of …

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