Author: punta cana news

For travelers looking for an adults-only vacation, Excellence Punta Cana is just under an hour’s drive from Punta Cana International Airport. The resort was selected by Punta Cana Travel Blog, U.S. News & World Report, and others to round up some of the best affordable, luxurious, adults-only all-inclusive resorts. However, some reviewers say the sea water can be rough for swimming, so precautions should be taken. Room rates at this trendy resort include drinks and meals from 8 restaurants, 1 buffet, 1 beach grill, and 12 bars, plus 24-hour room service and pool and beach wait service. This property offers…

Panama-based Uniworld Air Cargo has begun using DP World’s air cargo logistics joint venture (JV) hub at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in the Dominican Republic. The PUJ complex was co-developed with Grupo Puntacana and built under an agreement between DP World and Punta Cana Free Trade Zone (PCFTZ), a subsidiary of Grupo Puntacana. Uniworld Air Cargo currently operates flights to PUJ from its Tocumen International Airport (PTY) hub in Panama on Tuesdays and Saturdays to support the movement of goods from South America, Central America and the Caribbean to Europe. Flights will transport an average of 120 tonnes per…

Speedboats cruise through turquoise waterways towards white sand beaches fringed with palm trees. This is Playa Rincon, the Dominican Republic’s secret Maldivian moment on the Samana Peninsula. The crystal-clear water shows ripples in the sand 20 feet below, and palm trees provide natural shade along 4.1 miles of undeveloped shore. It’s 84°F in January and the beach is empty in the morning. Humpback whales invade offshore waters during their migration season. The bay is protected by coral reefs and jungle-covered headlands, creating a shallow lagoon that replicates expensive Indian Ocean resorts at a fraction of the cost. Where the Dominican…

On January 3, 2026, large-scale civil aviation disruptions occurred in the Caribbean, northern South America, and some U.S.-linked routes after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an emergency airspace restriction order related to U.S. military attacks in Venezuela.In response to the military action, the FAA ordered commercial aircraft to avoid certain airspace in the region, resulting in a series of cancellations and delays around the Caribbean. U.S. airlines, including American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines, have suspended service to destinations near or through airspace in Venezuela and the Caribbean, among others. JetBlue alone…

The start of a new year means a fresh calendar of events for the travel industry.From spring and summer conferences to holiday awards ceremonies, 2026 boasts a rich lineup that offers travel professionals the opportunity to expand their knowledge, expertise, and vital connections with peers and suppliers. Travel experts reveal the top travel industry events you won’t want to miss in 2026.JanuaryJanuary will be an especially exciting month for travel advisors, as the inaugural ASTA Globes will recognize the industry’s brightest on January 22nd at the Palmer House in Chicago. The inaugural Globes will coincide with Northstar’s Global Travel Marketplace…

A new list names the top 10 cheapest travel destinations for Canadians in 2026. About 66 per cent of Canadians plan to travel abroad in 2026, but only 48 per cent have booked a flight, according to a report from travel search site Skyscanner. According to Skyscanner, inability to decide on a destination and concerns about cost are reported to be the biggest booking barriers, with nearly half (45%) still deciding on their destination and 43% still trying to find the best flight. This year, Skyscanner “crunched the numbers across thousands of routes and millions of bookings” to find the…

house » airline news » Punta Cana and Newark travel connected: Alajet’s newest route enhances access to the Caribbean and the United States Published January 13, 2026As New Jersey families and adventure seekers from the northeastern United States think about their next trip to the Caribbean, news of Alajet’s new nonstop service from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is likely to prompt bookings. The flag carrier of the Dominican Republic will operate three times weekly nonstop flights using the latest Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft starting January 20, 2026. This is a move that…

house » us airline news » Breeze Airways enters international waters – new routes to Cancun, Montego Bay and Punta Cana: everything you need to know Published January 13, 2026Breeze Airways, the US-based low-cost airline known for connecting underserved cities, is expanding its horizons with the launch of its first international flight in 2026. The airline is breaking new ground by offering seasonal nonstop flights from several U.S. cities to top leisure destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean, including Cancun, Montego Bay and Punta Cana. This marks a major shift for Breeze as it begins offering cross-border flights, a significant…

WAs a health-obsessed, tennis-obsessed millennial, when I heard that Grand Slam tennis champion Rafael Nadal was opening a “wellness hotel” on the eastern edge of the bustling Caribbean island of the Dominican Republic, I had to find out what was on offer there.All-inclusive wellness vacations are on the rise in response to the modern desire to relax and recharge on vacation without letting go of your fitness habits. According to Accor’s 2025 Trend Forecast Report, searches for “workout vacation” have increased by 50% over the past year. But today’s new breed is quite different from the Mark Warner activities and…

The spa’s architecture by Cala Design Group was inspired by the Taíno sun god Yukahu Bagua Maorokoti. The spa uses rammed earth walls and skylights to provide a cavernous sanctuary, combined with lush gardens and a natural pool. Lynn Currie of Currie Spa Consulting also worked on the project. The spa will have seven treatment bungalows, a pharmacy and a water heating facility. Marriott International will debut the Luxury Collection Punta Cana Resort with a tropical destination spa called Playa Serena Spa in the Dominican Republic in the fourth quarter of 2026. The property is owned by Grupo Puntacana and…