Punta Cana

Sargassum crisis drives regional circular economy efforts

30 clusters · 146 sources · last updated about 23 hours ago

Latest: Iglobal Rector Proposes Scientific Alliance to Combat Caribbean Sargassum

The sargassum crisis continues to escalate as the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt (GASB) reaches record masses. In 2026, the belt reached its highest concentration of the year in June, marking the second-highest level ever

Dominican Republic tourism and infrastructure updates

20 clusters · 108 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Tourism trends highlight luxury travel in Dominican Republic and Bahamas

The Dominican Republic continues to see robust tourism growth, reaching 9.2 million visitors between January and September 2026, a 7.5% increase over 2025. Tourism Minister David Collado projects the country could exceed

Dominican Republic social, tourism and economic initiatives

27 clusters · 116 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic economy shows strong growth and tourism performance

The Dominican Republic is advancing social, economic, and infrastructure initiatives. Social efforts include the Supérate agency’s work to reduce poverty and the Siuben ‘Inspire 2026’ project. Infrastructure and housing

Arajet airline market expansion

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Arajet airline projects significant passenger growth in Mexico and Canada

Dominican Republic airline Arajet has significantly increased its market presence, becoming the country’s second-largest carrier by passenger volume in September 2026. The airline surpassed major carriers such as America

NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in Punta Cana

4 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Mexico and USA win NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in Punta Cana

The 10th Punta Cana Beach Volleyball Classic, held at Los Corales beach from October 23 to 25, has concluded. The tournament served as a critical ranking event for athletes seeking qualification for the Lima 2027 Pan Ame

Central Bank of the Dominican Republic 79th anniversary

4 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic economy grows 4.6% through September

The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic is celebrating its 79th anniversary. The commemorations began with a ceremony led by Governor Héctor Valdez Albizu to recognize 279 employees for their professional dedication a

Accor hotel expansion in Dominican Republic

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Grupo Joseda and Accor sign exclusive ibis brand agreement in Dominican Republic

Accor has announced a significant expansion of its hospitality footprint in the Dominican Republic, detailing a portfolio of 23 hotel projects intended to add approximately 6,000 rooms to the nation’s tourism capacity. T

Dominican cultural heritage and arts promotion

2 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Centro Cultural Rainieri inaugurated in Punta Cana

Efforts to promote Dominican culture and heritage are being advanced through various institutional and non-profit initiatives. The Centro Cultural Banreservas has implemented a programming model that integrates tradition

Organized crime and drug trafficking in Latin America

7 clusters · 103 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Costa Rica and El Salvador strengthen security and anti-narcotics alliance

Authorities in Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Ecuador continue to address various facets of organized crime and drug trafficking. In Costa Rica, concerns persist regarding the recruitment of minors, wi

Latin American higher education technology summits

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Universidad Central del Este hosts TUS 2026 technology congress

In late 2026, academic institutions in Mexico and the Dominican Republic hosted major summits focused on the digital transformation of higher education. In September, the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Sur (UAB

IV World Police Games torch relay in Dominican Republic

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Winston Llenas receives torch for IV World Police Games in Santiago

The Dominican National Police is conducting a national torch relay to promote integration and sportsmanship ahead of the IV World Police Games, scheduled for October 26–30, 2026. Organized by the International Police Spo

Dominican Republic tourism industry recognition

3 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic hosts international religious tourism congress

The Dominican Republic’s tourism sector has received several international honors and accolades. Frank Rainieri was presented with the WTTC Icon Award at the 26th World Travel & Tourism Council Summit in Malta, recognizi

Verón-Punta Cana municipal status and urban management

9 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Local councils approve infrastructure funding in Dominican Republic and Mexico

The Verón-Punta Cana region is undergoing administrative and developmental shifts to manage growth. Initially, the Ministry of Education established the 12-05 Educational District to allow the area to manage educational

Gastronomy and hospitality events in Dominican Republic

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Culinary Week 2026 events held in Dominican Republic

In October 2026, the Dominican Republic hosted several major gastronomic and hospitality events. The Hostelería Summit 2026 convened in Santo Domingo on October 1 and 2, focusing on industry pillars such as innovation, b

Utility service disruptions in Villa Mella

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic faces water scarcity and real estate growth

Residents of Villa Mella in Santo Domingo Norte continue to face significant disruptions to essential utility services. Initial reports highlighted prolonged electricity outages lasting more than seven hours daily, caus

Cancún tourism and aviation sector decline

2 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Mexico, Canada, and Portugal launch winter vaccination campaigns

The tourism and aviation sector in Cancún is experiencing a downturn characterized by declining passenger numbers and infrastructure concerns. Initially, workers at Cancún International Airport reported a reduction in wo

Lopesan Hotel Group service and property updates

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Hospitality updates: AC Hotel Gran Canaria reopens and Lopesan expands Caribbean offerings

Lopesan Hotel Group has implemented several updates across its properties in Gran Canaria and the Caribbean. In Gran Canaria, the group introduced new cocktail menus at SURU Cocktail Bar and Bar Central, utilizing local

Caribbean tourism and cultural heritage

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Cancún serves as a major hub for Caribbean tourism and Maya history

Tourism in the Caribbean, particularly within the Yucatán Peninsula and the Dominican Republic, emphasizes a blend of luxury amenities and cultural heritage. In Mexico, resorts such as the Renaissance Cancun Resort and

Transnational narcotics enforcement in Latin America and EU

2 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Jonathan Yera Pozo arrested in Punta Cana in international drug ring bust

Law enforcement agencies across Latin America and Europe have expanded their anti-narcotics efforts through coordinated international operations targeting trafficking and money laundering networks. In a multi-agency effo

Caribbean sargassum management and valorization

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Cancún hosts EU-Caribbean summit on sargassum management

Efforts to manage sargassum seaweed in the Caribbean have transitioned from bilateral knowledge exchanges to large-scale international summits. Initially, a delegation from Grenada visited Punta Cana in the Dominican Rep