The 17 best Punta Cana family activities in 2021 – for kids and teens
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…
Airport transfers in Punta Cana 2021 – all options you need to know
Arriving in Punta Cana and looking for transport from the airport to your resort or elsewhere? Continue reading, because this is your comprehensive guide about all options you have to get to and from Punta Cana International Airport – it…
Bavaro Beach – resorts, best spots, activities and public access to Punta Cana’s main beach
Bavaro Beach is THE main beach in Punta Cana! If you are wondering how to visit it, where to stay and what to do at Bavaro Beach, this is your article not to miss for the next few minutes. Bavaro…
Hoyo Azul Punta Cana – the famous blue lagoon
Hoyo Azul is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Punta Cana – if you look at the photos, you know why. An incredible blue lagoon is waiting for you here, with water as clear as the freshest spring…
10 reasons why you should visit the Zona Colonial of Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic and just a bit more than two hours away from Punta Cana. While the city itself is a chaotic, loud and gigantic Latin American metropolis with very few attractions, it features…
The best ziplines in Punta Cana – your canopy adventure in paradise!
Ziplining in Punta Cana is one of the most popular excursions among visitors of the Dominican Republic. It combines fun, some action and the feeling of flying with breathtaking views from above. What’s interesting about the Punta Cana ziplines is…
E-Ticket Dominican Republic – how to fill out the immigration form for your Punta Cana holiday?
Starting from the 1st of April 2021, it is mandatory to fill out an e-ticket for immigration when traveling to the Dominican Republic and Punta Cana. Fortunately, the process is pretty easy thanks to the e-ticket portal provided by the…
Riu Palace Punta Cana – a comprehensive review for this Punta Cana all-inclusive resort
Riu Palace Punta Cana is an upscale all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana for families, couples and groups. The most unique features of Riu Palace Punta Cana are the beautiful beachfront location, unlimited reservation-free à-la-carte dining, a cool water park and…
Traveling to Punta Cana 2021 in times of coronavirus – What to expect during the period of Covid-19?
The Dominican Republic is open for tourism and Covid-19 safety protocols in Punta Cana are in effect for all travelers. Hotels are operating in lower occupancy, excursions have implemented hygiene protocols and the airports are measuring the temperatures of all…
23 exciting things-to-do in Santo Domingo (and 5 NOT to do)
Santo Domingo is the vibrant capital of the Dominican Republic with so many multifaceted things-to-do. Culture, nature, nightlife, local experiences, unique adventures – Santo Domingo has it all. However, the city also can be overwhelming with its 3 million inhabitants…
Grand Sirenis Punta Cana – a comprehensive guide for this family all-inclusive resort
Grand Sirenis Punta Cana Resort is an all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana that is particularly famous for its on-site waterpark – one of the largest in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean. But there is so much more why Grand…
The 10 best beaches in Punta Cana [2021; incl. map]
Most people think that Punta Cana is one area with one (big) beach (literally Punta Cana Beach), which is easily accessible from everywhere. But surprise, it is right the opposite. “Punta Cana Beach” is not existing and the whole Punta…
26 exciting things-to-do in Punta Cana in 2021 (Dominican Republic)
During your vacation in Punta Cana, you probably want to experience more than just your all-inclusive resort. That’s where this hand-selected list of the 26 most amazing things-to-do in Punta Cana comes in handy. From my years of living in…
The 27 best Airbnbs in Santo Domingo (hand-picked and recommended)
Can you imagine there are over 5000 (!) Airbnbs in Santo Domingo? This list with a hand-picked selection of exceptional, spectacular and unique places helps you to find the most suitable option for you as it is otherwise impossible to…
The best dune buggy adventure tours in Punta Cana (Tested and hand-picked)
Are you excited about a dune buggy tour in Punta Cana but don’t know which one to choose? Xtreme buggy Punta Cana, Flintstone Buggy Adventures, Macao Beach Buggy, Terracross, Polaris, Punta Cana Dune Buggy – there are so many options…
How to find the best Private Tours to Isla Saona and Isla Catalina?
Isla Saona and Isla Catalina are two of the most popular excursions when staying in Punta Cana. It’s easy to say that both are the most beautiful islands in the Dominican Republic as well. When staying in Punta Cana, there…
Public buses and private transportation between Santo Domingo and Punta Cana
There are a lot of reasons to get from Santo Domingo to Punta Cana or vice versa. Maybe you are arriving at Santo Domingo Airport and need to get to your all-inclusive or you are staying in Punta Cana and…
The best eco-lodges in Punta Cana and beyond
While eco-lodges and Punta Cana doesn’t seem like a natural fit at first glance, there are some very interesting options in terms of unique accommodation and eco-tourism in an area that is usually dominated by all-inclusive resorts. Once you head…
The 10 best cheap all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana (hand-picked and recommended)
Planning an affordable all-inclusive holiday in Punta Cana but don’t want to spend a fortune? Here we go with your hand-selected choice of the best cheap all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana. While you shouldn’t expect high-end luxury and endless gourmet…
The 10 best Punta Cana excursions with social distancing during Covid-19
Covid-19 might affect our everyday life longer than we might initially have thought – and our travel routines as well. With this having in mind, it is important to check which excursions in Punta Cana are the better ones to…
Hiking in Punta Cana – the best excursions and trails
Hiking in Punta Cana is a much-underrated activity when it comes to things-to-do in the Dominican Republic during your vacation. But there are so many different trails and terrains! You can have amazing beach walks in Punta Cana, explore secluded…
The 24 best Airbnbs in Punta Cana (hand-picked and recommended)
Punta Cana has over 4000 (!) Airbnbs, which makes it impossible to find the best one if you don’t know the area. Luckily, I can help you with discovering the best Airbnbs in Punta Cana, as I am living in…
12 insider tips on how to save money in Punta Cana during an all-inclusive vacation
Punta Cana is the No. 1 spot in the Caribbean for an all-inclusive vacation, but it might be expensive depending on your style of travel. Therefore, it’s important to know how you can save some money during your holiday in…
How to travel Punta Cana on a budget? (Backpacking Punta Cana)
Are you planning a vacation in Punta Cana on a budget? Good luck! 😉 While it’s not impossible to travel to the popular resort destination on a shoestring or even go backpacking in Punta Cana, it will take some effort…
Is Punta Cana expensive? Learn everything about prices in Punta Cana!
Do you know how much a beer in Punta Cana costs? Do you have an idea about the price of a local meal? Or are you wondering about the prices of the supermarkets in the Dominican Republic? If you are…
9 Insider tips on how to find the best all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana
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…
Airport transfers Santo Domingo – how to get to Punta Cana and the city
While Punta Cana is the biggest airport in the Dominican Republic, it sometimes might be considerably cheaper to fly into the capital airport, Santo Domingo. When you are visiting the city, it is the best option anyway, but also if…
Samaná 3-day itinerary from/to Punta Cana – the most beautiful region in the Dominican Republic
It’s road-trip time! This Dominican Republic itinerary will give you an idea of how to travel to the Samaná peninsula from Punta Cana – either with a rental car, by taxi or with a private driver. You can even use…
Dominican Republic 1-week itinerary from/to Punta Cana – beaches, culture and mountains
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 Dominican Republic 1-week itinerary is the…
Dreams Macao Beach – a comprehensive guide for this Punta Cana all-inclusive resort
Dreams Macao Beach is a newly-built all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana which just opened its doors in 2020. It’s a brand-new hotel of the well-known AM Resorts chain, located on one of the most beautiful beaches in Punta Cana, Macao…
The 13 best day trips from Punta Cana
Punta Cana is not only about staying in resorts, but it is also about exploring the incredible nature and cultural heritage the Dominican Republic has to offer. There are plenty of day trips from Punta Cana which shows you the…
15 amazing Things-to-do for free in Punta Cana
A holiday in Punta Cana does not have to be expensive, as there are plenty of activities and things-to-do for free in Bavaro and the surrounding area. While your experience at one of the beautiful beaches in Punta Cana is…
Shall I rent a car in Punta Cana?
Many people planning their vacation in Punta Cana are only booking their resort and an airport transfer, but are hardly thinking about a rental car, even it might be a good option. Others go straight ahead and book a car…
Whale watching in the Dominican Republic (Punta Cana/Samaná)
This is your guide with all the information you need to know before booking a whale watching excursion in the Dominican Republic, especially when staying in Punta Cana, but also when traveling through the peninsula of Samaná. Each year between…
The 22 most beautiful beaches in Samaná
The Samaná peninsula in the Dominican Republic is the perfect region for individual travelers. An amazing scenery, lush vegetation, gentle hills, endless coconut palm trees, only a few all-inclusive hotels and usually deserted beaches are just some of the features…
Salto El Limón from Punta Cana and for Samaná travelers – insider tips, excursions, hiking trails, etc.
Salto El Limón is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Dominican Republic and therefore also one of the most popular ones. Furthermore, it is reachable from Punta Cana, Santo Domingo and the Samaná peninsula itself, which is why…
All waterfalls reachable from Punta Cana in under 3 hours
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…
Punta Cana or Puerto Plata – which one is the better holiday destination?
You can’t decide if you shall book your vacation to Punta Cana or Puerto Plata? It might indeed be a difficult decision as both are the top holiday destinations in the Dominican Republic. While Punta Cana is famous for its…
Where is Punta Cana – the geography of Bavaro, Cap Cana, Macao, Uvero Alto and Punta Cana
This article threats not just the simple question “where is Punta Cana?”, but also to which country and province it belongs, how big Punta Cana is and why it is called Punta Cana? Most people think of Punta Cana being…
Public transport in Punta Cana – the ultimate guide
Public transport in Punta Cana might be tricky – but it is fun if you know how it works (and up for some adventure). Therefore, if you are interested to save a considerable amount of money while being on vacation…
Snorkeling in Punta Cana – the best spots and reefs (+ a secret to tell)
If you are traveling to Punta Cana, you are most likely coming to enjoy the beach, the Caribbean sun and the warm waters of the Atlantic ocean. “Why not snorkel a bit”, you might think? This is a legitimate question…
Hoyo Claro – how you can save 588 USD when visiting a cenote in Punta Cana
Do you want to visit one of these crystal-clear and super blue lagoons existing in the Dominican Republic and the surrounding area of Bavaro and Punta Cana? The most popular one is the “Hoyo Azul”, located within the limits of…
Scape Park Cap Cana – a tropical theme park with zipline and blue lagoon in Punta Cana
Some time ago we visited Scape Park Cap Cana, a new and exciting theme park in the south of Punta Cana, around 30 minutes away from most of the areas all-inclusive resorts. Instead of roller coasters, white-water rides or bumper…
Montaña Redonda in Miches – the instagrammable mountain with spectacular views
Punta Cana has many possible attractions and popular places, but there is one which has become known only since a couple of years ago and is still under the radar for most of the visitors: Montaña Redonda in Miches. Just…
Isla Catalina – less-frequented island excursion to paradise
Islands are always worth an excursion, especially if they are home to beaches, turquoise water and shallow reefs. That is also why Isla Catalina is a popular destination in the Dominican Republic, as it offers unspoiled nature, beautiful views and…
Salto de la Jalda – the highest waterfall in the Caribbean
Do you want to know one of the biggest hidden gems in Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic and maybe the whole Caribbean? Can you imagine that there is the highest waterfall in the entire Caribbean not too far away from…
Excursion to Isla Saona – everything you need to know for your hassle-free Saona Island Tour
Saona Island – or in Spanish Isla Saona – is the most popular tourist attraction in the Dominican Republic. Thousands of tourists are visiting the beautiful island every day and even it sounds quite touristy, it resembles the Caribbean dream.…
Los Haitises National Park – a wonderful excursion or road-trip from Punta Cana
Los Haitises National Park is one of the most popular national parks in the Dominican Republic and thanks so its sheer size also one of the most diversified. With its dozens of islands, rolling hills, ancient caves and endless bays…
The weather in Punta Cana – all you need to know for a worry-free vacation
If you check weather forecasts or climate graphs of Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic, you can get the impression that the weather always is the same: high temperatures, some rain, always sun. But there are some differences which you…
When is the best time to go to Punta Cana?
Especially for countries, which have another climatic characteristic than our typical American and European hot/cold understanding (winter = cold, summer = hot, spring and autumn = anything in between) people are usually not sure what is the best time to…