2025 Travel News Archive – Page 16

TUI Care Foundation announced it is backing mangrove conservation in Samana province. The TUI Forest Dominican Republic project expands upon a previous successful venture. The latest phase seeks to further restore vital mangrove habitats in the northeastern peninsula. TUI Care Foundation highlights that mangroves are among the most essential yet undervalued ecosystems in the world, …

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On Saturday, 1 March 2025, the Colonial City celebrated its own unpretentious carnival. Then, on Sunday, 2 March 2025, more than 80 groups from the capital city paraded along the Santo Domingo Malecon. The media covering the event pointed out it was a gala and the costumes and groups were at the highest of carnival …

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Colombia is the third largest source market for tourists to the Dominican Republic, behind the United States and Canada. In 2024, more than 336,000 Colombians visited the DR. Travel in 2024 was up 9.9% compared to the previous year. To take advantage of low cost fares by competing airlines, thousands of Colombians are visiting Dominican …

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The draw for the competitors is that the event will be nestled between the Caribbean Sea and cliffs, where the athletes will experience the thrills that come with a well-rounded course and a remarkable finish line on Punta Cana-perfect Juanillo Beach. The race starts with a loop swim in the Caribbean (1.9 km), and then …

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Dominican Republic’s first footgolf course is now open at Playa Nueva Romana, tournaments are already happening. Golf and soccer fans in the Dominican Republic can try out the new hybrid sport to enjoy thanks to the opening of the nation’s first FootGolf course at the Playa Nueva Romana residential community that is half an hour …

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The capital city carnival parade is set for Sunday, 2 March 2025 along the Malecon starting at 3pm. This is an event for all the family. The carnival this year is dedicated to former Vice President Milagros Ortiz Bosch. Juan Carlos Núñez “Kiko” and Paulina Ramírez have been crowned as the king and queen of …

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It’s freezing cold in Connecticut, but the people there have a new choice for flying south to enjoy time on the beach. Starting this past Friday, 21 February 2025, Avelo Airlines has begun flying nonstop from Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Windsor Locks to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). The nonstop route from Connecticut will …

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President Luis Abinader was in Las Terrenas on Sunday, 23 February 2025 to be present for the inauguration of the newly reconstructed Pueblo de Pescadores square in Las Terrenas, Samana. The food and night-time recreational area was reopened after major rebuilding following a major fire. The redesigned Pueblo de Pescadores beach-facing square cost over RD$290 …

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BOC Aviation announced it has leased five Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to Arajet of the Dominican Republic. The long-term lease agreements are part of the company’s fleet expansion strategy as the Dominican Republic-based airline flies from both Las Americas International and Punta Cana International airports to Puerto Rico and the United States. The airline …

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The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, a Marriott luxury brand, is set to open its doors in April 2025, marking the Marriott luxury brand’s debut in the Dominican Republic. The luxury resort located in the southern Cap Cana residential and tourism development will feature 200 rooms, including suites with swim-out options. The resort will have …

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