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Sargassum is a free-floating seaweed that provides food, shelter and breeding sites for marine life under “normal” environmental conditions that no longer exist. In recent years, huge amounts of sargassum have washed up along the Caribbean coast, causing nightmares for beachgoers and threatening shallow-water marine life. The phenomenon has been linked to an excess of nutrients in the ocean and rising global temperatures. While the sargassum itself is harmless to humans, it can certainly impact tourists’ beach experience. Join the FB group: Dominican Republic Seaweed Report When is Sargassum season in the Dominican Republic? The report said sargassum peaks in…

summary LATAM Airlines is expanding its presence in the Caribbean this winter by doubling its flights from Miami to Punta Cana. The Miami to Punta Cana route is monopolized by American Airlines, and competition from LATAM and Frontier Airlines is limited. The route will be operated by LATAM Chile with a Boeing 787. LATAM Airlines plans to increase service from Miami to Punta Cana to twice a week this winter. The airline’s Peruvian arm operates fifth freedom routes with Boeing 787 aircraft. Expanding winter operations It’s not uncommon for airlines to operate flights between two countries where neither is a…

Share this article Last updated 1 month agoThere’s nothing I love more than an all-inclusive beach break. Bottomless cocktails, delicious food any time of the day, and entertainment any time of the day – what’s not to like? An all-inclusive vacation is a no-brainer, especially if you’re traveling with a small family like me. The Dominican Republic has welcomed more than five million tourists so far this year, according to new statistics. That’s a 12% increase compared to last year’s record-breaking visitor numbers, according to CaribJournal. And Punta Cana, as the Caribbean’s all-inclusive resort capital, attracts the most tourists. Here…

NEOS promotes Italian tourism with new Milan-Punta Cana route A320neo-ita (Photo: Air Data News) NEOS Airlines is set to introduce two new destinations for the 2024/25 winter season. For the first time, the Italian airline will connect Milan/Malpensa (MXP) in Italy with Cartagena (CTG) in Colombia and Punta Cana (PUJ) in the Dominican Republic. The new routes will operate on a weekly triangular schedule from 22 December 2024 to 27 April 2025. According to the Cirium platform, Neos will offer up to 13,642 seats at both destinations using Boeing 787-9 aircraft, with 359 seats (28 premium class and 331 economy…

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, June 5, 2024 SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 1504-2140, USA /PRNewswire/ — The prestigious five-star Grand Aston Larimar City Golf Hotel & Residences will feature 150 luxurious hotel rooms along with 94 luxury branded residences and villas. The hotel and residences will be built adjacent to the resort’s golf course, with a golf theme prominent throughout. The development promises an immersive experience with an indoor golf simulator facility and a floodlit driving range. Adding to the appeal, Aston Towers Larimar City will feature 432 branded residences across three spectacular towers. The property will feature multiple dining options, a…

WASHINGTON, DC (May 28, 2024) – Seven hotels and two restaurants have been added to AAA’s Four Diamond list. Throughout the year, AAA inspectors visit hotels and restaurants across North America, the Caribbean and Costa Rica to verify the four Cs of AAA Diamond: cleanliness, comfort, cuisine and consistency. This month, hotels in California, Florida, Maine, Texas and the Caribbean, as well as restaurants in Montana and New York, received the prestigious AAA Four Diamond designation, which offers premium amenities and distinctive fine dining. Hideaway at Royalton Blue Waters, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort | Falmouth, Jamaica Omni San Diego Hotel…

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, May 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — last weekAt the official launch event Punta CanaIn a ceremony attended by the Deputy Minister of Tourism and the Indonesian Ambassador, Archipelago International opened its first corporate office in Indonesia. dominican republic The company announced that it has signed several management contracts. dominican republic and Mexico. New headquarters opens in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Archipelago International, Indonesia’s largest private hotel management group, is headquartered in Indonesia. Southeast Asiatoday announced details of its expansion in the region and the rollout of its brand, management services and hospitality technology development company, SentinelTech, as…

Share this article Last updated 2 months agoOh no, Punta Cana may be smelling trouble, and not just because of the turmoil that neighboring Haiti is going through. The area’s dazzling beaches and a variety of new luxury resorts are planned, giving Americans even more reason to visit here than other super-popular beach destinations. Already, more travelers are turning their attention to Central America, with countries like El Salvador, Nicaragua and Guatemala becoming increasingly popular. But don’t forget Costa Rica. Long known as a quiet, laid-back getaway and a surfer’s paradise, Costa Rica’s Gold Coast (Guanacaste) is actually becoming even…

Multigenerational travel, with families traveling and vacationing together from young children to grandparents, is one of the biggest trends in the travel industry right now.While more and more resorts are looking to take advantage of this, some properties are taking it to another level.Which brings us to Finest Punta Cana, part of the Excellence Collection Resorts in the Dominican Republic. This is the perfect resort for multi-generational families to visit, offering something for everyone in one location.The main pool area.Start with the adults-only Excellence Club (18+), where grandparents can enjoy the tranquility of beautifully landscaped surroundings while spending quality time…

If there’s one thing Americans are looking forward to, it’s summer travel. At least that’s what TripAdvisor’s annual Summer Travel Index, released today, reveals. According to the index, 95% of Americans are planning to travel as much or more than they did last summer.But they don’t just want to go anywhere. When it comes to international destinations, one Caribbean island stands out, taking two of the top 10 global destinations for American travelers: the Dominican Republic.According to the index, Punta Cana was ranked third as the most popular international destination, ahead of world-famous cities such as Paris, while Bavaro, also…