W2M-BDX launches first electric fleet in Dominican Republic tourism sector

Punta Cana.- W2M-BDX, the World2Meet inbound operator in the Caribbean, has introduced 25 electric vehicles to its fleet, becoming the first tourism company in the Dominican Republic to adopt sustainable mobility on this scale. This milestone...

Dominican Republic manufactures a future beyond tourism

The writer is DP World’s senior vice-president of Parks and Economic Zones Today, the Dominican Republic is best known as one of the Caribbean’s tourism hubs. In years past, its economic backbone was commodities like sugar, tobacco and coffee. But...

Stay a month in Santo Domingo and take a tropical music dancing class

Tourists staying at beach resorts will be taught how to dance merengue, bachata and salsa, as this is a regular part of the recreational activities. Those spending time in the capital city of Santo Domingo and Santiago, the country’s second...

UN celebrates 80 years with free fair in Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo.- The United Nations System will commemorate its 80th anniversary with a free public fair titled “UN Fair: 80 Years Building the Future!” on October 17 and 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Publishing Pavilion in the Plaza de...

Moroccan Sahara: Dominican Republic Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s efforts to Achieve Credible Political Solution

The Dominican Republic reaffirmed, Monday in New York, its support for Morocco’s efforts to find a credible and acceptable political solution to the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara, emphasizing that the Autonomy initiative is the basis...

Dominican Republic accepts transfer of illegal exotic species

The Dominican Republic’s National Zoological Park has requested the transfer of exotic species that are illegal in Puerto Rico, such as garter snakes, rhesus monkeys and caimans, to its facility. Natural and Environmental Resources (DNER)...

Rod Stewart concert in Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo draws leading performers from all around the world. This Tuesday, 14 October 2025, Rod Stewart will be hosting a concert for his fans at the newly remodeled Softball Stadium in the Juan Pablo Duarte Olympic Center. The stadium was...

Dominican Republic’s president vows history-making Central American and Caribbean Games 2026

Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader pledged that the Dominican Republic will make history through its hosting of the 25th Central American and Caribbean Games in 2026, in what is being billed as the largest edition ever of the regional...

Cuban rowers train in Guatemala for the Santo Domingo qualifier

HAVANA, Cuba, Oct 13 (ACN) Cuban rowers who will participate at the qualifying tournament for the 2026 Central American Games in Santo Domingo from October 15th to 19th are already training in Guatemala, led by captain Roberto Carlos Paz Sanchez....

Capstone Copper Announces up to $360 Million Investment from Orion for 25% Interest in Santo Domingo

In certain cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “anticipates”, “approximately”, “believes”, “budget”, “estimates”, expects”, “forecasts”, “guidance”, intends”, “plans”, “scheduled”, “target”, or...

Social Security in the Sun: Using Your U.S. Benefits to Retire in the Dominican Republic

Imagine trading snow shovels for sand and letting your Social Security check work under Caribbean skies. For many Americans, retiring in the Dominican Republic isn’t just a dream—it’s an affordable reality. The U.S. Social Security Administration...

Dominican Republic to Participate in Education Congress in Costa Rica

The event will be held in Costa Rica under the theme “Transforming Knowledge into Development.” The delegation will be led by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (MESCYT), along with the country’s leading university...

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...

David Collado and Diego Forlán highlight Dominican Republic’s sports tourism potential

Santiago.- Tourism Minister David Collado and former Uruguayan soccer star Diego Forlán highlighted the Dominican Republic as a prime destination for sports tourism in the Americas. Forlán praised the country’s natural beauty, hospitality, and...

Leah Francis Campos sworn in as new U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic

Washington, D.C.- Leah Francis Campos has officially been sworn in as the new Ambassador of the United States to the Dominican Republic, marking the start of her diplomatic mission in Santo Domingo. Campos expressed gratitude for her appointment...

Dominican Republic’s Rudy Germoso wins Caribbean Elite Men’s Road Race as Oscar Quiroz claims silver for Belize

Views: 280 Views: 266 Posted: Sunday, October 12, 2025. 5:22 pm CST. Screenshot: Cycling Federation of Belize By Rubén Morales Iglesias: The Dominican Republic’s Rudy Alexander Germoso surged to victory in the final meters of the 156-kilometer...

Explaining why build a monorail in Santo Domingo

To have a monorail or not to have a monorail? The recent government decision to build a monorail system in Greater Santo Domingo as part of the process to reduce traffic jams in the city. The proposed mass transit system will join together with...

Dominican Republic’s Melsey Pérez dominates Under 23 Women’s Road Race at Caribbean Cycling Championships

Views: 4 Views: 5 Posted: Sunday, October 12, 2025. 1:32 pm CST. Dominican Republic’s Melsey Pérez -center- won the Caribbean U23 Women’s Road Championship on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Photo Credit: Cycling Federation of Belize By Rubén Morales...

Supreme Court of Justice rules to simplify land demarcation in the Dominican Republic

The Supreme Court of Justice (SCJ) has approved a significant modification to the Regulation for Parcel Regularization and Demarcation (Deslinde), a move designed to greatly expand the scope of land regularization and streamline the process of...

Arajet offers Sanford to Dominican Republic flights at limited-time prices

SANFORD, Fla. — Dominican airline Arajet is offering $5 flights from Orlando Sanford International Airport to the Dominican Republic, available until October 15. This special offer celebrates Arajet’s new route from Orlando, starting October 26....