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Punta Cana receives Excellence Award at MICE Tourism 2024 As one of the world’s premier vacation destinations, Punta Cana is gaining recognition for meeting and event tourism (MICE). The destination was recently awarded the ‘Excellence in MICE 2024 Award’ based on a national survey of meeting organizers, business conventions and tourism providers. This acknowledgment underscores Punta Cana’s growing reputation as a premier location for meetings and events. The award, presented in Mexico by Convenciones Latinoamerica magazine, evaluated important aspects such as ease of operation, cleanliness, security, hotel diversity, event facilities and professionalism in the value chain. Punta Cana’s strong airport…

Melia Hotels International and tennis superstar Rafael Nadal are bringing lifestyle hotel brand Zelle to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The 190-room Zel Punta Cana, scheduled to open Dec. 12, is a rebranded Garden Suites by Melia. The renovated all-inclusive resort offers accommodations in a variety of categories ranging in size from 796 square feet to 2,152 square feet, including the two-bedroom Casa Zel Swim-Up Suite with terrace and Jacuzzi. Guests have access to six culinary venues, including a Mediterranean-style buffet, a Mexican-Greek fusion concept, a Japanese restaurant, and a beach club. Other amenities include two swimming pools, five tennis courts,…

Creator: gd-jpeg v1.0 (using IJG JPEG v62), quality = 82 The owners of the Cap Cana – Margaritaville Hotel have confirmed to arecoa.com that it will soon be managed by the Hyatt chain, replacing its current operator, Karisma Hotels. Dreams, a Hyatt brand, will operate the Cap Cana hotel property. As arecoa.com has reported in recent months, multiple investors and chains have expressed interest in Margaritaville. Interest focused on both purchasing and management. Prior to Hyatt, there was contact with Jamaican Sandals. However, the owners decided to continue as owners and enter into a management agreement with the prestigious Hyatt.…

Share article Traveling this winter doesn’t have to be complicated. TripAdvisor makes that clearer than ever with its annual Winter Travel Index. There are no off-the-beaten-path weird and wonderful destinations here. This is all about what you like, what’s familiar, and what you feel comfortable accessing. If you’re looking for a simple, straightforward, fun-focused trip, follow the crowd. According to TripAdvisor, the top five most popular winter destinations for Americans are: 5. Paris, France Paris is the city of love and the city of light. It has captivated the hearts and imaginations of American travelers for decades, making it the…

Zel Punta Cana – Image credit Melia Hotel Melia Hotels International and tennis star Rafael Nadal have announced the opening of the first Zell Lifestyle Hotel in Punta Cana on December 12, 2024. The hotel will be the brand’s third hotel following successes in Mallorca and Costa Brava, and marks Zell’s expansion into the Americas. Zel Punta Cana is less than 30 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport and nearby Bavaro Beach. The hotel aims to blend Mediterranean lifestyle with Caribbean charm, offering guests a unique hospitality experience. This all-inclusive resort has 190 guest rooms ranging in size from 796…

Punta Cana – One of the world’s premier vacation destinations, Punta Cana is gaining recognition for meetings and event tourism (MICE). The destination was recently awarded the ‘Excellence in MICE 2024 Award’ based on a national survey of meeting organizers, business conventions and tourism providers. This acknowledgment underscores Punta Cana’s growing reputation as a premier location for meetings and events. The award, presented in Mexico by Convenciones Latinoamerica magazine, evaluated important aspects such as ease of operation, cleanliness, security, hotel diversity, event facilities and professionalism in the value chain. Punta Cana’s strong airport infrastructure and road connectivity further contributed to…

Share article The Dominican Republic is one of the most popular beaches for Americans heading abroad this winter. Boasting miles of sugar-white sand beaches fringed by turquoise waters and a vibrant resort zone lined with luxury hotels, this is the place to relax after a long and demanding year. It’s a must-visit destination for vacationers looking to treat themselves to a little luxury. Being a tried-and-true hotspot, you might think that its trendiness would start to fade at this point, but in reality, DR (as it is commonly called) It is expected to be the best year ever. Records were…

SUN SOAKED: Festication has been producing inclusive music festivals since 2017, including events by electronic artists Kaskade, Excision, and Illenium. (Courtesy of Feiline Presents) “Tool in the Sand” takes Dominican Republic hard rock by storm March 2025 Despite the proliferation of lifestyle festivals, concert cruises, and other experiential events, some events still surprise. “We were really excited that they wanted to collaborate with us on curating a destination event,” said Tyler, partner and co-founder of destination event producer Festivals. Fay said. In this case, “they” are the heavy prog Titans Tool, known for their musically superior technique and intense visual…

Santo Domingo – Alajet Airlines has launched a new direct flight route between Punta Cana, Dominican Republic and Guayaquil, Ecuador, becoming the only airline offering direct flights between the two cities. This route operates twice weekly, with flights departing from Punta Cana on Thursdays at 7pm and Sundays at 10:13pm. Return flights from Guayaquil depart on Monday at 4:17 a.m. and Friday at 12:04 p.m. The flight will be operated using a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft with a capacity of 185 passengers. This new route will provide residents of Guayaquil with a direct connection to the eastern Dominican Republic,…

LUX Tennis specializes in developing tennis clubs for luxury hotels and resorts around the world.punta cana, dominican republic, November 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Punta Cana Resort announces the addition of LUX Tennis Services to enhance its offering at Oscar de la Renta Tennis Center. This aims to take the experience to an exceptional level and provide a unique added value to the country as a luxury resort. “To enrich the experience of tennis players at the Oscar de la Renta Tennis Center, we have partnered with LUX Tennis,…