Category: Tourism

The Dominican Association of Tourism Press (Adompretur) has officially opened submissions for the 22nd National Tourism Journalism Award Epifanio Lantigua (PEL) 2026, one of the Dominican Republic’s most prestigious distinctions for journalism covering the tourism industry. Journalists and communications professionals from across the country may submit eligible work published between October 2025 and August 2026.…

Sky High Dominicana has incorporated a Boeing 737-700 into its fleet as part of the airline’s ongoing expansion strategy, increasing its operational capacity to accommodate sustained growth in passenger demand across the markets it serves. The aircraft seats 143 passengers and is equipped with next-generation engines designed to deliver improved fuel efficiency, reliable performance, and…

Known worldwide for its white-sand beaches and all-inclusive resorts, Punta Cana continues to diversify its tourism offering through attractions that showcase a different side of the Dominican Republic. Among them, La Hacienda Park, located in the mountainous community of Anamuya in La Altagracia province, has emerged as one of the region’s leading adventure and eco-tourism…

Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) will handle 785 international flights during the week of July 13–19, underscoring the Dominican Republic’s continued appeal as one of the Caribbean’s leading vacation destinations. The weekly schedule reflects sustained demand from major international tourism markets, with a balanced mix of scheduled and charter services bringing visitors from North America,…

Blu Terrenas has officially opened the first phase of its master-planned development in Las Terrenas, Samaná Province, while also marking the groundbreaking of Almare Beach Resort Las Terrenas, Curio Collection by Hilton, reinforcing the area’s position as one of the Dominican Republic’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. During the inauguration ceremony, Enzo Odoguardi, CEO of Mirage Group,…

JP Morgan has raised its 2026 economic growth forecast for the Dominican Republic from 3.5% to 4.3%, reflecting stronger-than-expected economic activity supported by tourism, construction, trade, and mining. According to the international financial institution, the Dominican economy has maintained a faster pace of expansion than initially anticipated. Its assessment points to solid first-quarter performance and…

  The Alcázar de Colón, built between 1511 and 1514 in Santo Domingo’s Colonial City, has officially reopened following a comprehensive restoration valued at RD$100 million. The project marks the first full-scale rehabilitation of the historic palace in more than seven decades and forms part of the Dominican Republic’s broader effort to preserve its cultural…