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house » canada travel news » WestJet Flight WS2654 turns back from Dominican Republic route and makes emergency landing in Canada Published January 31, 2026Author: Rana PratapJust 20 minutes after departing that morning (insert date), WestJet flight WS2654 was en route from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (PUJ) when it suddenly turned back to Canada. Precautionary weight-relief operations were carried out to ensure the safety of passengers, prompting the flight, which initially appeared to be on course for its Caribbean destination, to be turned back. The Boeing 737 circled briefly, then entered a holding pattern…

Today’s Cap Cana is progressing day by day to become not only an integrated, sustainable and forward-thinking private destination city, but also a benchmark for smart, technological cities that show the country’s front and back. Today, the Dominican Republic has consolidated its position as the region’s largest economy and most developed tourist destination, and the number of visitors to the Dominican Republic has also increased significantly, considering that in the past five years a very diverse range of activities have been added to tourism in general. Cap Cana today is not only an integrated, sustainable and advanced civil destination city,…

The TMR Canada team recently had the opportunity to discover ZEL Punta Cana, the first ZEL branded hotel in the Caribbean. Launched by Melia Hotels International in collaboration with global sports icon Rafael Nadal, ZEL promises a “new vision of hospitality”. Already well-established in Europe, the brand chose Punta Cana as its first Caribbean location with a clear ambition to combine the Mediterranean lifestyle with the natural energy of the tropics. “The opening of ZEL Punta Cana marks an important milestone for the ZEL brand as we bring the Mediterranean lifestyle to the Caribbean,” said Gabriel Escalaire, President and CEO…

MADRID–During Fitur 2026, Archipelago International, Southeast Asia’s largest private hotel management group, announced a strategic partnership with Kayacoa Group Dominicana for the development of the Grand Aston Coral Golf Resort & Spa by Kayku in Punta Cana. The luxury project, scheduled to begin construction in 2026, marks a milestone for the Dominican Republic in that it will be the country’s first fully tokenized hotel. The project introduces an innovative real estate investment model based on asset tokenization, allowing hotels to be divided into digital parts, allowing investors to purchase tokens and receive dividends proportional to the real estate’s operating profits.…

Published January 29, 2026Cap Cana in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic is emerging as the Caribbean’s newest luxury tourism hub, with Tonino Lamborghini Hotels announcing exclusive development rights for three branded tower projects. The Italian design icon is partnering with DUNA Development and Archipelago International to create flagship properties in Punta Cana’s most exclusive enclave, Cap Cana, followed by Santo Domingo and a third location. Unveiled at FITUR Madrid 2026, these ultra-luxury condo hotels will position Dominican Republic tourism alongside global benchmarks such as Miami’s Brickell and Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah, promising transformative economic impact through high-net-worth visits and real estate investments.Cap…

If you really want warm waters in February and don’t want to take a 10-hour flight, your best bet is to look a little further south and east. Islands such as Barbados, Antigua, and parts of the Dominican Republic typically offer comfortable swimming, plenty of resorts, and flight times that won’t take up an entire long weekend.These tips are for travelers who have limited vacation time, choose an island or resort, and want to enjoy some real time on the water.Why some parts of Caribbean travel can feel cold in winterThe Caribbean is a vast area, and location proves to…

house » hotel news » Marriott’s global growth in 2025 ignites tourism boom with new hotels and luxury property expansions in key destinations including Tashkent, Punta Cana and Dubai Published January 28, 2026Marriott International’s impressive global expansion in 2025 marks an important milestone for the company and the tourism industry as a whole. With new hotel openings, an expanded luxury portfolio, and a significant growth spurt in branded residences, Marriott’s ambitious plans will undoubtedly boost tourism in major global destinations such as Tashkent, Punta Cana, and Dubai.The global hospitality giant made waves by adding more than 700 new properties and…

house » caribbean » New in Punta Cana: Banyan Group’s Angsana and Cassia Resorts offer a unique stay Published January 28, 2026Luxury hospitality giant Banyan Group is expanding into the Dominican Republic with the opening of two new properties in Punta Cana. The Group will open Angsana Cap Cana and Casia Punta Cana. There are more accommodations to choose from in Punta Cana than ever before, and the Dominican Republic is quickly becoming a popular Caribbean destination for luxury resorts.Angsana Cap Cana: A contemporary resort focused on wellnessAngsana Cap Cana is located in the exclusive Cap Cana community, one of…

Banyan Group has officially entered the Dominican Republic, marking a remarkable expansion for the global hospitality company in one of the Caribbean’s most active resort markets. The group will debut in the Punta Cana area with two distinct properties, Angsana Cap Cana and Cassia Punta Cana, bringing both a traditional resort concept and an extended stay proposition to the destination. Angsana arrives in Cap Cana The Angsana brand lands in Cap Cana, a private estate on the eastern edge of the Dominican Republic. Cap Cana is home to some of the most exciting resort developments in the country. Angsana properties…

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — Just months after announcing a new international flight to the Dominican Republic, Avero Airlines’ decision to eliminate the route left dozens of people stranded over the weekend. Back in December, Avero Airlines launched a major international flight from Wilmington International Airport to Punta Cana. For Levi Boyd, the fanfare ended last Thursday when he received a text message from Avello saying his flight home to ILM had been canceled due to air traffic control restrictions. Boyd said there were no alternative flights scheduled with Avero, forcing him to fly home on American Airlines on Monday. Mr.…