The results are in and that millions of reviewers named Punta Cana the #1 Destination in the Caribbean in the 2016 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards. Based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings on the prestigious travel site over a 12-month period, the easternmost region of Dominican Republic was recognized for its work in developing a safe and enjoyable destination for a wide variety of travelers.
“We are thrilled to receive this recognition and hear that the efforts we have put into the Punta Cana region are so highly rated by tourists,” said Magaly Toribio, Marketing Advisor for the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism. “We have worked to make Punta Cana an accessible destination attractive to a wide variety of travelers and are glad to know that its offerings are so deeply enjoyed by those that visit.”
Surrounded by azure waters and nestled across 100 miles of powder-soft white beaches, Punta Cana remains one of the most lavish and popular areas of the country, where visitors of all types and budgets can find something to suit their travel needs. Boasting everything from luxury villas to budget-friendly resorts, amenities and activities here are endless – tourists can enjoy multi-generational family fun, dream wedding locales, luxury designer golf courses, high-tech business and convention centers, adventurous excursions, opportunities to connect with nature, vibrant nightlife, high-end gastronomy, rejuvenating spas and more.
Top Resort Specials
PUNTACANA Resort & Club is home to one of the Caribbean’s premier beach and golfing experiences, with 3 miles of magnificent white sand beaches and 45 holes of championship golf, set on 15,000 acres of land. The property is in close proximity to their our very own Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), so transfer time from the airport to the resort is short. The hotels offered include the AAA Five Diamond Award winning boutique hotel Tortuga Bay, The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club, and Four Points by Sheraton at Puntacana Village. Available through December 20th, a popular package is the Tortuga Bay Golf & Spa Package that offers 4 nights with challenging golf and revitalizing Six Senses Spa treatments. If you are looking for highly rated all-inclusive property we recommend the Paradisus Punta Cana Resort. Also in close proximity to the airport this stunning resort offers a beautiful beach, luxury accommodations, extensive facilities, and a wide range of guest activities and entertainment. Book 4–6 nights and receive resort credits of $550 per room, or book 7 nights or more and receive $1,500 in resort credits. The offer is good for stays between May 1 and December 22, 2016.
Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism, www.GoDominicanRepublic.com