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.

Excellence Club pool at Finest Hotel Punta Cana

Finest Punta Cana – a comprehensive review of this newly built all-inclusive resort

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Finest Punta Cana is one of the newest luxury all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana, which just opened its doors in October 2021. It offers superb services, amazing culinary options and two Preferred Clubs (one adults-only option and one family VIP club), which are very affordable considering we are talking about a newly-built Punta Cana resort. […]

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The water park at Princess Family Club Bavaro, perfect for families in Punta Cana

The 12 best all-inclusive family resorts in Punta Cana 2024 (hand-picked and recommended)

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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 therefore important to pay attention to the amenities of each resort. What can be overwhelming at the first hand

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Live Aqua Punta Cana pool and bali beds

Punta Cana Honeymoon Guide – recommendations, all-inclusive, (free) packages and the best honeymoon resorts in Punta Cana

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Are you planning your honeymoon in Punta Cana? It hardly can’t get any better! Great price-value ratio, romantic resorts, gorgeous beaches, top-notch service and affordable prices for excursions and extra services make it an unforgettable Caribbean honeymoon. To help you plan this once-in-a-lifetime vacation, the following article will show you the most romantic resorts in

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Overview of RIU Republica in Punta Cana

Riu Republica Airport Shuttle – your BEST option to get from Punta Cana Airport to the party hotel

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If you have booked a stay at Punta Cana’s most famous party resort and are wondering how to get from Punta Cana Airport to Riu Republica, here is your extensive guide with a lot of insider information and recommendations from someone who lives in Punta Cana and who have visited Riu Republica multiple times. As

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The panoramic room view temptation grand miches

The best couples-only resorts in Punta Cana and the best couple-friendly all-inclusive hotels

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Great news for couples – and some, which are not that good! The good news is that there are a lot of couples-friendly resorts in Punta Cana. The bad news is that there is currently no couples-only resort in the Dominican Republic after the only one with this characteristic closed in January 2024.  While adults-only

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The waterfall Salto Alto de Bayaguana south of Los Haitises National Park

All waterfalls reachable from Punta Cana in under 3 hours (incl. map)

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The Dominican Republic has an abundance of waterfalls of all kinds. Crystal-clear water, turquoise rivers, giant drops, dozens of cascades in a row and falls submerging in caves are just a few of the characteristics you can find in the country when talking about waterfalls. But are there waterfalls in Punta Cana as well?  Most

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The pool at RIU Palace Punta Cana, one of the several Punta Cana all-inclusive resorts

E-Ticket Dominican Republic (2024 Update) – news, helpful tips & step-by-step guide for the Punta Cana immigration form

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Since 1st of April 2021, it is mandatory to fill out an e-ticket for immigration when traveling to the Dominican Republic and Punta Cana. It is one of the most important things you shouldn’t forget when preparing your trip to Punta Cana (along with your passport).Fortunately, the process is pretty easy (and free!) thanks to

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The Temptation Miches Resort panoramic View

Temptation Miches Resort – a comprehensive review of this adults-only all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana

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Temptation Miches Resort is the newest and most trendiest all-inclusive hotel in Punta Cana – and one which is controversial discussed. That’s mostly because people are not sure if Temptation Punta Cana is a party resort, a cheap budget hotel or a lifestyle-friendly hotel in the Dominican Republic – or maybe a bit of everything?

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The charming scenery from Dreams Flora swim up room

Dreams Flora Punta Cana – a comprehensive review for this new Punta Cana all-inclusive resort

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Dreams Flora Punta Cana is a particular new resort in Punta Cana for families, adults, friends and singles alike. It was just opened in 2023 and features a completely modern resort with a contemporary design, a lazy river, a wonderful beach section and plenty of delicious restaurants including an amazing buffet. But is it worth

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Luxury in every detail. Amenities at live aqua beach resort punta cana

Live Aqua Punta Cana – a comprehensive review of this adults-only all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana

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Live Aqua Punta Cana is a recently opened and completely new all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana, which is the perfect option for couples and adults looking for an upscale and elegant environment. Amazing à-la-carte lunches and dinners, spacious rooms with state-of-the-art technology and a pool bar with extended opening hours are just some of the

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