US citizens will be denied entry into the Dominican Republic if the border with Haiti is closed, warns the United States.

US citizens will be denied entry into the Dominican Republic if the border with Haiti is closed, warns the United States.

Santo Domingo.- Americans currently in Haiti who plan to travel to the Dominican Republic should depart by September 14 or find alternative travel options. This advisory is in response to President Luis Abinader’s announcement about border closures, which may impede the United States’ ability to assist with departures. The US diplomatic mission issued the warning … Read more

Debuting Filmmaker Erika Lane Presents “The Caribbean Singer”

Debuting Filmmaker Erika Lane Presents “The Caribbean Singer”

Santo Domingo, RD.- Erika Lane renowned singer, communicator and actress, debuts as executive producer and protagonist of her debut film “The Caribbean Singer”, sharing the leading role with Andrés Sandoval and under the direction of the Spanish María José Ferreiro, combining drama, romance, and thriller of espionage. Erika Lane, renowned Dominican singer, communicator and actress … Read more

Tax exemptions for luxury boats in the Dominican Republic approved by the Senate

Tax exemptions for luxury boats in the Dominican Republic approved by the Senate

Santo Domingo.- The Senate has approved a controversial bill in its second reading. This bill offers tax exemptions to a specific category of luxury vessels, including yachts and sailboats. During an extraordinary session of the Senate, the approved project states that yachts, racing yachts, motor boats, jet skis, sailboats, and similar vessels will be exempt … Read more

New technology ensures sargassum-free beaches at this Punta Cana resort

New technology ensures sargassum-free beaches at this Punta Cana resort

Countless Caribbean destinations, including the Dominican Republic, witness large amounts of sargassum seaweed washing up on their shores each year. However, one Punta Cana resort, Sanctuary Cap Cana, stands out for its breathtaking beaches that are nearly free from sargassum. This prestigious 5-star all-inclusive resort is located in the exclusive gated community of Cap Cana. … Read more

The Mursargaz Barrier: A Foolproof Solution for Sargassum Beach Protection

The Mursargaz Barrier: A Foolproof Solution for Sargassum Beach Protection

PUNTA CANA.- The companies Beach Trotters and Markleen explained the operation of the Mursargaz anti-sargassum barrier, which they claim can be the definitive solution for protecting beaches from sargassum infestation. These statements were offered during the talk “The anti-sargassum barrier «Mursargaz». Containment and diversion of sargassum”, presented at the XXXV Commercial Exhibition of the Hotel … Read more

The Eastern Zone of the DR to Surpass 50 Thousand Hotel Rooms by 2023’s Conclusion

The Eastern Zone of the DR to Surpass 50 Thousand Hotel Rooms by 2023’s Conclusion

According to the president of the Eastern Hotel Association (Asoleste), Ernesto Veloz, some 43,600 hotel rooms are currently in operation and in inventory, and about 3,000 are under construction. He said those under construction are expected to be completed by the end of 2023 or beginning of 2024. Veloz also reported that 4,200 rooms are … Read more

Riu Palace Macao hotel reopens following an extensive renovation, offering luxurious new features

Riu Palace Macao hotel reopens following an extensive renovation, offering luxurious new features

Punta Cana. After several months of work, the RIU Hotels chain has reopened the luxurious Riu Palace Macao, a service hotel complex All Inclusive 24 Hours Only for Adults, now with an attractive interior design, new gastronomic offer and new proposals, among which Elite Club by RIU stands out. The common areas now have a … Read more

Explaining the Benefits of the New Customs Law for Streamlined Tourism Projects

Explaining the Benefits of the New Customs Law for Streamlined Tourism Projects

The new Customs Law of the Dominican Republic, 168-21, eliminates legal obstacles and reduces the time from 10 to five days for the declaration of goods upon arrival, thereby facilitating the execution of tourism projects. The information was offered by Osiris Ramírez Ponce de León, advisor to the General Directorate of Customs (DGA) and Regional … Read more

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