Destination Highlights

Punta Cana and Puerto Plato are some of the most beautiful areas not only of the Dominican Republic but also of the whole Caribbean. Known for its 30km (20 miles) of white-sand beaches and clear waters, Punta Cana lies at the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic. Puerto Plata is a beautiful scenic area with picturesque beaches with a breathtaking mountain backdrop.

Dominican Republic is one of the largest and fastest growing tourist destinations in the Caribbean and it is a popular holiday destination for people from all over the world. The first hotel was built in Punta Cana in 1969 and today Punta Cana boasts more than 50 hotels and over 28 thousand hotel rooms spread across 40 kilometers of the East Coast‘s beautiful white sand beaches, making it single largest tourist destination in the Caribbean. Many resorts located in Dominican Republic include spas, casinos, an amazing selection of dining options, kids’ clubs and swimming pools. Most resorts can organize on-site weddings, conferences and reunions.

North Americans should not expect they will be mostly surrounded by their expats. The Europeans were here first, and they still are majority here and can be quite possessive about “their secret spot.” If you choose to vacation in Dominican Republic, you won’t be alone. Over 750 thousand tourist a year visit here and there is ever increasing presence of celebrities.

• Night Life :: Punta Cana

  

  The idea of all inclusive resorts is that you never have to leave the hotel and spend all your money there. Therefore if you are staying at an all-inclusive, your nightly entertainment is already provided. Many hotels have shows similar to those of Las Vegas or on cruise lines. Some hotels issue night passes for ...

• Weddings :: Punta Cana

  

  Getting married in Punta Cana has never been so elegant and easy. With two vibrant hotels located on several miles of private beach, the exclusive AAA Five Diamond awarded Tortuga Bay Hotel designed by Oscar de la Renta offers an intimate setting within a Villa environment while The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club provides understated ...

• Activities :: Punta Cana

  

  There is an endless supply of activities around Punta Cana. Many tourist facilities and attractions have been established in the area, catering to the large international market. Activities in Punta Cana not only include diving but also snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking, jet skiing, sailing etc. On the land visitors can play beach volleyball, soccer and of course ...

• Shopping :: Punta Cana

  

  Each hotel in Punta Cana features stores where local arts and crafts can be purchased and vendors and artisans bringing their creations directly to the tourists. Punta Cana is in a way tourist trap so don’t expect any great deals here. Punta Cana has two main shopping plazas (Plaza Bavaro and Plaza Punta Cana), stocked with ...