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Lying beneath the thatched roof of a spacious open-air pavilion surrounded by wildflowers, the sounds of healing bowls soothed me. The sound bath was followed by a juice session with a nutritionist, an afternoon hydrotherapy circuit and a back massage. I’ve spent the past three days at the Dominican Republic’s newest all-inclusive wellness resort, where amenities rival those of ultra-luxury hotels with four-figure nightly rates. Here, you can stay for under $500 a night. Far from being places that serve boring buffets and watered-down drinks, hospitality companies have been reinventing the all-inclusive model with more luxurious amenities and designer-approved décor,…

Frank and Stacey Cambello opened a Dominican restaurant, Punta Cana Latin Grill, in the Bottleworks on Prince Avenue in late 2019. Four years later, they plan to open a second restaurant, a steakhouse called Frank & Sons, in the Ansonboro development on Gaines School Road. They have a son, but for now he’s too young to help out at the restaurant, according to Frank. Frank & Sons is just a few weeks away from opening. Frank says he and his wife have a Dominican background but love to cook all kinds of food at home, including steak. The restaurant will…

Delta Air Lines plans to increase capacity to Latin America and the Caribbean by 30 percent next winter, adding more flights to popular destinations from Costa Rica to San Juan. The airline announced Friday that it plans to operate more than 1,000 weekly flights to Latin America and the Caribbean next year, in the form of additional seasonal Saturday flights to St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Guatemala, San Jose, Liberia, San Juan, Cancun, Punta Cana and Montego Bay. All of the added routes will begin operating from Atlanta, New York, Detroit, Minneapolis and Boston on Jan. 13, 2024. These flights will…

Travel insurance is not required to go to the Dominican Republic, and the government provides medical insurance in case travelers need medical care. While this may give you peace of mind, you’ll be responsible for any costs incurred due to trip delays, cancellations, or interruptions. Having good travel insurance can help you avoid these sunk costs. A trip to the Dominican Republic is packed with activities, including watersports, hiking, and exploring the historic Zona Colonial. Because accidents and emergencies are unpredictable, we recommend purchasing travel health insurance with high limits in case you need medical care. Theft and robbery are…

Are you dreaming of traveling abroad this summer? The options are endless. The only difficult part is getting all your travel buddies to agree on a location, not to mention raising the funds for a trip abroad. The cost of traveling depends on many factors, including where you go, where you stay, and the activities you take part in during your trip. Traveling internationally? According to pharmacists, it may be illegal to bring these drugs with you Generally speaking, traveling abroad is expensive. Once you have decided on your budget, the next important thing is to decide what kind of…

Families who want to travel together have to find that delicate balance: a way for the kids to have fun and for the parents to truly relax. It’s a tricky combination of priorities that, to be honest, rarely ever happens. As a single mom of four, I’ve tried everything: beach trips that are more for me than the kids; theme park visits that are more for the kids than me; hotels that don’t suit all of us; road trips that don’t suit anyone.But now I’ve found the sweet spot, not just for my family, but for most families, I think.…

Words by Richard Jones Just after 6am, having woken from my slumber and stepped out onto the balcony where the sun was already shining, I was faced with a dilemma: which of the 13 pools should I lounge in today? Speaking of decisions, we also had to decide which of the 15 restaurants to dine at that evening. When you’re staying at the Dominican Republic’s largest resort, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Punta Cana, you have a lot of choices to make, although they’re very enjoyable choices. Hotel The resort has 13 swimming pools for guests to enjoy. I’ll be…

The State Department on Tuesday issued a travel advisory for Americans considering traveling to the Dominican Republic, a popular Caribbean tourist destination, following a rise in violent crimes and sexual assaults. A level 2 yellow flag warning has been issued urging travellers heading to risk areas in the Caribbean to “exercise increased caution”.”Violent crime, including armed robbery, murder and sexual assault, is of concern throughout the Dominican Republic,” the ministry said in its advisory. “Wide access to weapons, illegal drug use and trafficking, and a weak criminal justice system contribute to widespread high crime rates.” Playa Blanca Beach in the…

Falcons Resort by MeliaMelia Hotels International Falcons Resort by Melia All Suites Punta Cana is a 5-star all-inclusive resort located on beautiful Bavaro Beach in the Dominican Republic. Punta Cana is one of my favorite Caribbean destinations and a popular vacation spot for families with children of all ages. Located at the enchanting spot where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea, Punta Cana boasts turquoise waters and white sand beaches. This newly rebranded property brings “rezotainment” to the Caribbean, a blend of luxury resort amenities and exceptional entertainment. The result is endless fun and adventure, including access to Punta…

My recent stay at Finest Punta Cana, the newest resort under The Excellence Collection brand in the Dominican Republic, changed all my assumptions about all-inclusive resorts. In my experience, staying at an all-inclusive resort usually requires some sacrifices. Family-oriented all-inclusive resorts often have large crowds, noisy restaurants, and splashes at the pool. Adults-only all-inclusive resorts solve these issues, but you can’t bring kids. And more affordable all-inclusive resorts often have lower quality food, worse service, and fewer amenities. But Finest Punta Cana sacrifices nothing. Opening in October 2021, this stunning luxury resort welcomes families but also has an adults-only section.…