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  Dominican Republic’s international reserves drop by US$592.8 million in September
Santo Domingo.- The international reserves of the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) fell by US$592.8 million between August and September 2025, declining from US$13,887.6 million to US$13,294.8 million, a 4.3% decrease, according to...
    
  LIAT Air to expand its services to Dominican Republic
ST JOHN’S, Antigua (CMC) — The Antigua-based regional airline, LIAT Air, says it will begin servicing the Santo Domingo and Punta Cana route in December as part of its commitment to ensuring regional connectivity. “Our entry into the Dominican...
LIAT Air expanding services to Dominican Republic
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, CMC -The Antigua-based regional airline, LIAT Air, says it will begin servicing the Santo Domingo and Punta Cana route in December as part of its commitment to ensuring regional connectivity. “Our entry into the Dominican...
    
  O'Hare sets all-time summer passenger record with over 24 million travelers
Michael J. McMurray, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) | Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA)Michael J. McMurray, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) | Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) O’Hare International...
    
  Liat Air announces new Dominican Republic routes starting December
Beginning December 12, 2025, Liat Air will launch flights to Santo Domingo (SDQ), followed by service to Punta Cana (PUJ) on December 15, strengthening air links between Antigua and Barbuda, the Dominican Republic, and the wider Caribbean. -...
    
  Cabo Rojo Port surpasses Samaná and Santo Domingo in cruise tourism
Pedernales.- The new port of Cabo Rojo has rapidly become a key player in the country’s cruise industry, attracting thousands of international tourists and positioning Pedernales as a promising tourism destination. According to the Ministry of...
    
  Treat Yourself to Pure Relaxation at Eden Roc Cap Cana in Punta Cana
Things we're not doing this year: scrolling on Instagram, being jealous of other people's vacations. Things we are doing this year: pulling the trigger on booking a dream vacation. And if your personal checklist includes... ✅ Sunny weather ✅...
    
  Liat Air Expands Regional Network with New Direct Flights to Dominican Republic
Liat Air has announced the launch of two new direct routes to the Dominican Republic, expanding its regional footprint and strengthening Caribbean connectivity. Beginning December 12, 2025, the airline will commence flights to Santo Domingo (SDQ),...
    
  Construction advances on Santo Domingo’s Sports Boardwalk ahead of 2026 Games
Santo Domingo.- The National District Mayor’s Office is advancing the construction of the Sports Boardwalk, set to become a centerpiece of the renovated Santo Domingo Boardwalk. This project is part of the broader Santo Domingo Integrated Plan,...
Travel with Katie Butler of Total Travel: Looking ahead - summer 2027 holidays already on sale
Yes, you read that correctly – summer 2027 holidays are already on sale. While it may feel like we’ve barely packed away the flip-flops from this year’s summer break and may not have thought about 2026, major tour operators Jet2holidays and TUI...
    
  Dominican tourism press vows sustainable growth at Caribbean Tourism Exchange 2025
Amelia Reyes, Luis Santiago Severino, Rita Pérez, Edward Wall, Luis Felipe Aquino, Sarah Hernández, Millizen Uribe, María Mercedes and Juan de Dios Valentín. (Photo: Adompretur) Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Association of Tourism Press...
    
  Tourism Post-Pandemic: Can Latin America Rebuild with Sustainability in Mind?
Latin America, like everyone else, felt the impact immediately when travel was stopped during the pandemic. However, as a region built heavily on tourism, it felt the consequences on a deeper level. That included millions of workers who depended...
    
  Dominican Republic tourism projects 80,000 additional cruise passengers
Cruise tourism in the Dominican Republic is booming, establishing itself as one of the leaders in the Caribbean thanks to increased demand, modern ports such as Amber Cove and Taino Bay in Puerto Plata, and a strategic approach driven by a...
    
  From Local Guides to Global Leaders: The Changing Face of Women in Tourism
Tourism leaders and changemakers from across Europe have joined forces to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment through the “Almaty Call to Action”, a landmark outcome of the First Regional Conference on the Empowerment of Women in...
    
  Canada Warns Travelers To Exercise Caution If Travelling To Several Caribbean Nations Due To Crime
News Americas, TORONTO, Fri. Oct. 24, 2025: Canada is urging its citizens to exercise a high degree of caution when visiting several popular Caribbean tourist destinations – including the Dominican Republic, The Bahamas, Turks and Caicos Islands,...
    
  Melissa saturates Dominican soils, forcing alerts in popular tourist regions
Santo Domingo.- The government announced that work will remain suspended this Friday in provinces under red alert due to Hurricane Melissa, which continues to affect the country with heavy rainfall. Authorities described the storm as an event that...
    
  Financing a Property in the Dominican Republic
The Reef Foreign investors seeking property in the Dominican Republic (DR) have access to a range of financing options from both local and international institutions. While cash purchases remain common, especially for lower-priced condominiums,...
    
  Jamaicans in Palm Beach County brace for Tropical Storm Melissa
PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — The Caribbean is once again on edge as Tropical Storm Melissa inches closer to Jamaica, just one year after Hurricane Beryl devastated parts of the island. WATCH BELOW: 'You’ll have a lot of mudslides, a lot of roads are...
    
  A New Luxury Beach Resort Is Coming To Puerto Plata
By NAN Business Editor News Americas, PUERTO PLATA, Dominican Republic, Fri. Oct. 24, 2025: Meliá Hotels International and Grupo Puntacana are expanding their footprint in the Dominican Republic with the launch of Meliá Bergantín Beach, a luxury...
    
  Punta Cana Is the Top Trending Destination for Thanksgiving Travel, According to Hilton
Thanksgiving may be rooted in tradition — but this year, many Americans are trading turkey and stuffing for palm trees and turquoise water. According to new data from Hilton, Punta Cana is the number one trending destination for U.S. travelers...