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The Dominican Republic’s tourism sector has kicked off 2026 in high gear, welcoming 1,219,606 visitors by air and sea in January. This represents a 5.5% increase compared to the same period in 2025, which saw 1,155,484 arrivals. “The year 2026 looks very positive for the Dominican Republic,” stated Tourism Minister David Collado during a results …

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The US Embassy in Santo Domingo reminds travelers that one of the most important steps before traveling abroad is to consider purchasing international medical insurance. The US Department of State strongly urges US citizens and US residents to consult with their medical insurance company prior to departure to confirm whether their policy applies overseas and …

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In a move to add to the Dominican Republic’s standing as a premier regional healthcare hub, Arajet and the high-tech medical center Médico Express have signed a strategic alliance to streamline medical tourism across the Caribbean and the Americas. The agreement, inked by Arajet CEO Víctor Pacheco and Médico Express executive president Dr. Alejandro Cambiaso, …

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The second edition of the renovated format of the Cabarete Jazz Festival is scheduled to take place on 6 June 2026, once again transforming the iconic northern Puerto Plata coastal town into a global epicenter for jazz and Caribbean culture. Produced by Cabarete Tango and Mishu Music, the event aims to solidify Cabarete’s reputation as …

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The La Romana International Airports (LRM) can be reached by non-stop regular flights from North America and Europe. The airport is the choice airport for those heading to Casa de Campo. It is also equidistant from Juan Dolio (to the west) and Punta Cana (to the east), and is about an hour and a half …

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The La Saladilla Beach Club announced it has reopened after a major upgrade of facilities to add accommodations for the luxury market. Under the ownership of entrepreneur Enric Dolsa, the renovated establishment operates on a low-density lodging model. The property’s philosophy centers on providing a tranquil environment where guests can connect with the natural landscape, …

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The Dominican Republic is solidifying its status as a premier global golf destination, as the PGA TOUR officially announced that the 2026 PGA TOUR Americas season will culminate on the island’s shores. The season finale, the PGA Ocean’s 4 Tour Championship presented by Scotiabank, is scheduled to take place from 15 to 18 October 2026. …

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The “magic” of Disney is officially setting a course for the Dominican Republic. In a landmark development for the country’s maritime tourism, Disney Cruise Line has confirmed its first-ever arrivals in Puerto Plata, scheduled for October and November 2026. The Disney Dream will dock at the Taíno Bay port in the city of Puerto Plata. …

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President Luis Abinader led the inaugural ceremony on Sunday, 8 February 2026 for the Holiday Inn Puerto Plata in the Cofresí Bay Area, a US$26 million investment that marks a significant milestone in the revitalization of the Dominican Republic’s northern coast. This is the residential and tourism area best known for the Ocean World Adventure …

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During the FITUR 2026 Madrid tourism trade fair, the renowned Italian brand Tonino Lamborghini announced a strategic partnership to develop major branded tower projects in the Punta Cana and Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic, marking its official entry into the Caribbean market. The projects are being developed by Dominican Republic based Duna Development Group. …

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