IHRA Adoption in Santo Domingo: President Luis Abinader announced the Dominican Republic has formally adopted the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism during the Latin American Forum Against Antisemitism in the capital, positioning the country as the seventh in the region to embrace the framework. Luxury Hotel Upgrade (Santo Domingo): Casas del XVI, a boutique stay built from eight restored historic houses in Ciudad Colonial, has joined IHG’s Vignette Collection—21 rooms and a Michelin Key, with the property keeping its original identity. Puerto Plata Cruise Momentum: Taíno Bay in Puerto Plata welcomed Celebrity Beyond with 3,224 passengers and 1,444 crew, as September cruise calls expand across major lines including Royal Caribbean, MSC, Norwegian, and Princess. Punta Bergantín Sales Surge: Tourism Minister David Collado said Punta Bergantín in Puerto Plata generated nearly US$30M in sales over one weekend, with Meliá and Hyatt expected to add 1,000+ rooms and jobs. Aviation/Travel Compliance (U.S.-DR travel): U.S. CBP officers at Philadelphia seized about $19,000 in unreported currency from travelers boarding a flight to Santo Domingo, after a detector dog alert. Tourism Workforce Pathways: Lionel University partnered with Fit Bodies to connect qualified fitness and wellness professionals with teaching opportunities at resorts and travel destinations including the Dominican Republic. Direct-Booking Golf in Cap Cana: Villa Espada launched a direct-booking golf trip for groups at Punta Espada, bundling tee-time coordination, carts, chef service, and discounted member-guest rates.