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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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Humpback whales have adjusted their migratory patterns this season, arriving to the northern waters of the Dominican Republic earlier than usual. Samana City becomes the whale-watching capital of the Dominican Republic from mid January through March every year. According to a report by El Día, the extreme cold and winter storms currently affecting the United …

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President Luis Abinader has officially unveiled the “Ruta del Encuentro de Dos Civilizaciones” (Meeting of Two Civilizations Route), a 450-kilometer historical and cultural trail designed to position the Dominican Republic as a global destination for pilgrimage and heritage tourism. Inspired by Spain’s famous Camino de Santiago, the project aims to revitalize the original 15th-century trails …

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In a strategic move to cement the Dominican Republic’s positioning as a top-tier destination for Mexican travelers, Tourism Minister David Collado hosted a “Meet in Paradise” roadshow in Mexico City. The event, held at the Centro Banamex, drew over 1,600 industry professionals, including travel agents, tour operators, and media representatives from across Mexico. The massive …

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The ASTA Globes (American Society of Travel Advisors) granted the Dominican Republic its ASTA International Destination Partner of the Year Awad during the awards ceremony held on 22 January 2026, at the Palmer House in Chicago, USA. The ASTA Globes Awards recognize professional excellence, focusing specifically on the value and integrity of travel advisors rather …

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