Chris (Punta Cana Travel Blog)

Hey, I am Chris, a born and raised German, travel-addictive and Caribbean Soul. For 8 years I am living in the Caribbean, among them 5 in the Dominican Republic. Punta Cana is my home-base here in the country and I’d love to tell you more about how to experience Punta Cana off-the-beaten-track and give you all the advice you want to know for your vacation in Punta Cana.

View over the Bay right in front of Santa Barbara de Samana

Whale Watching Punta Cana & Samaná 2026: Best Tours & Prices + My Experiences

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The whale watching season 2026 in the Dominican Republic is approaching, hence it is time to plan this unique excursion for your vacation. To find the best whale watching tour from Punta Cana, Samaná, Santo Domingo, Bayahibe, Puerto Plata, Boca Chica or elsewhere in the Dominican Republic, I have compiled this guide with all the […]

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The peninsula of Samana one of the most beautiful provinces in the Dominican Republic

Samaná 3-day itinerary from/to Punta Cana – the most beautiful region in the Dominican Republic

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 It’s road trip time! This Samaná itinerary will give you an idea of how to travel in the Dominican Republic to the Samaná peninsula from Punta Cana – either with a rental car, by taxi or with a private driver. You can even use public transport if you factor in some additional time. The Samaná

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13 Insider tips on how to find the best all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana

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The selection of all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana can be overwhelming. There are over 45 properties and more than 80 all-inclusive resorts in this part of the Dominican Republic. So how to choose the right one when planning a vacation in Punta Cana as there are major differences to take care of? The following resort

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19 Must-Do Family Activities in Punta Cana (2026 Edition for Kids & Teens)

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Punta Cana is perfect for a family vacation, thanks to its various all-inclusive resorts, amazing water parks and a short flight time from most destinations. But what are the things to do in Punta Cana with kids when traveling? The selection of Punta Canas’ family activities might be overwhelming, especially when looking for some affordable

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Family friendly resorts in Punta Cana and beyond

The 17 best handpicked all-inclusive family resorts in Punta Cana for kids and teens

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There are hundreds of all-inclusive hotels in the Dominican Republic but not every accommodation is suitable as a family resort in Punta Cana. When you are planning a vacation in Punta Cana with kids it is important to pay attention to the amenities of each resort. What can be overwhelming at the first hand is

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A map of Punta Cana resorts in Uvero Alto

Punta Cana Map – a helpful and detailed map of Punta Cana’s Resorts

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When looking for a place to stay in Punta Cana, a map of all the all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana might come in handy to see the location of each hotel. This gives you a better feeling about how far it is to the neighboring resorts, to the main road, to the Punta Cana airport

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Variety of snacks available around the pool at Melia Punta Cana Beach Resort.

Melia Punta Cana Beach Resort (adults only) – a comprehensive review for this completely renovated wellness all-inclusive resort

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Meliá Punta Cana Beach Resort is a completely remodeled adults-only all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana and awaits you with a lot of surprises. A fantastic rooftop bar, several culinary highlights, the probably best tropical garden in Punta Cana, creative activities and a multi-sensual wellness experience concept await you here. No wonder this resort is also

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Helpful Overview & Experiences: all-inclusive ADULTS-ONLY resorts in Punta Cana

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Punta Cana is home to around 80-90 all-inclusive hotels, approx. 35 of them are adults-only resorts. But which one is the best? As always, this depends on your preferences, which is why I have divided the best Punta Cana all-inclusive adults-only hotels into various categories. For all of them, I am sharing my personal experiences

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Seaweed in Punta Cana along Cabeza de Toro

Punta Cana seaweed guide (incl. map) – beaches & resorts without sargassum, seaweed season + personal experiences and recommendations

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Did you know that there are resorts and beaches in Punta Cana without seaweed? I know that one might be tempted to think that seaweed is everywhere in the Caribbean and Central America, but this is not true. I show you what you can do to avoid the seaweed during your Punta Cana holiday and

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The waterfall Salto Jimenoa I in Jarabacoa

Punta Cana itinerary for an easy 1-week road-trip – beaches, culture and mountains

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Are you flying to Punta Cana and would like to see more than just an all-inclusive resort, but don’t want to miss out on the fantastic beaches Punta Cana has to offer? Then this Punta Cana 1-week itinerary is the perfect road trip for you, as it combines a couple of days at the most

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