Punta Cana Travel Blog https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com Authentic experiences & recommendations Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:59:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.10 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/wp-content/uploads/Logo_first_try.jpg Punta Cana Travel Blog https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com 32 32 The 17 best handpicked all-inclusive family resorts in Punta Cana for kids and teens https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/best-punta-cana-all-inclusive-family-resorts/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/best-punta-cana-all-inclusive-family-resorts/#comments Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:59:39 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=6234 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 a breath with the following list of the best family resorts in Punta Cana…

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/best-punta-cana-all-inclusive-family-resorts/feed/ 88 25+ exciting things-to-do in Santo Domingo (and 5 NOT to do) https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/excursions-tours/things-to-do-in-santo-domingo/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/excursions-tours/things-to-do-in-santo-domingo/#respond Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:53:07 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=4154 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 and omnipresent traffic jam. That’s why a list of the best things-to-do in Santo Domingo definitely can help you to get your…

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/excursions-tours/things-to-do-in-santo-domingo/feed/ 0 5 of my expert tips + news for Punta Cana 2026 – and 1 thing you should avoid! https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/punta-cana-tips/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/punta-cana-tips/#respond Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:13:03 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=11376 Are you planning a vacation in Punta Cana 2026? As an unbiased expert (6 years living in Punta Cana and Santo Domingo + working in the tourism industry in the past), I am happy to share my top recommendations, latest updates, Insider tips, expert advice, new activities for 2026 and the best-reviewed resorts are just some of the things I want to share in the following article. Here you’ll find all…

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/punta-cana-tips/feed/ 0 Finest Punta Cana – a comprehensive review of this luxury all-inclusive resort https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/finest-punta-cana-all-inclusive-resort/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/finest-punta-cana-all-inclusive-resort/#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2026 22:51:19 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=6119 Finest Punta Cana is a luxury all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana that opened 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 the five-star quality of this Punta Cana resort. But what can you expect when booking Finest Resort Punta Cana? Is it suitable for families…

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/finest-punta-cana-all-inclusive-resort/feed/ 12 The ultimate Punta Cana real estate guide – all the important information you need to know before buying property. https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/punta-cana-real-estate-guide/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/punta-cana-real-estate-guide/#respond Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:09:09 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=14148 When tourists and visitors to the Dominican Republic want to buy real estate in Punta Cana, not everything is as easy as staying in an all-inclusive resort. Premium prices in some beachfront and luxury areas, real estate agents without any certifications, housing areas far away from the beach – there are plenty of problems waiting for possible buyers of houses in Punta Cana. To help you navigate…

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/punta-cana-real-estate-guide/feed/ 0 Impressive Punta Cana – a comprehensive review of this Punta Cana all-inclusive resort https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/impressive-punta-cana-all-inclusive-resort/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/impressive-punta-cana-all-inclusive-resort/#respond Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:17:59 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=14069 A great location on Bavaro Beach, easy access to nearby restaurants and bars and a Premium upgrade that often offers good value for money, that’s what stood out most during our recent stay at Impressive Punta Cana resort. Impressive Punta Cana isn’t the newest, most luxurious or most modern all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana. However, it continues to attract travellers looking for an…

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/impressive-punta-cana-all-inclusive-resort/feed/ 0 Bahía Principe Luxury Esmeralda – a comprehensive review for this Punta Cana all-inclusive resort https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/bahia-principe-luxury-esmeralda-all-inclusive-resort/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/bahia-principe-luxury-esmeralda-all-inclusive-resort/#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:49:00 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=5850 Bahía Principe Luxury Esmeralda is part of the large Bahía Resort in Punta Cana. It is one of the premium tiers of the brand and offers upscale services for a pretty affordable price. Especially with some of the recent renovations in parts of the all-inclusive resort, Bahía Principe Esmeralda offers a great value for money. But what is Bahía Esmeralda all about? What can you expect?

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/accommodation-resorts/bahia-principe-luxury-esmeralda-all-inclusive-resort/feed/ 10 The ultimate Dominican Republic itinerary for road trips – 1 week, 10 days, 2 weeks and more https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/adventures-road-trips/dominican-republic-itinerary/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/adventures-road-trips/dominican-republic-itinerary/#comments Sun, 18 Jan 2026 08:37:00 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=6328 When you are traveling to the Dominican Republic, there is much more to explore than just beaches and all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana. If you want to explore the authentic regions of the Dominican Republic for 1 week, 10 days, 2 weeks or any other duration of your holiday, the following itinerary will be the perfect option. As I have already planned hundreds of itineraries for road trips in…

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/adventures-road-trips/dominican-republic-itinerary/feed/ 2 Uber in Punta Cana – safety tips, where NOT to go and how to master it (+ price examples & map) https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/uber-punta-cana/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/uber-punta-cana/#comments Thu, 15 Jan 2026 07:49:00 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=7582 Uber in Punta Cana works a bit differently than in your hometown. Therefore, it’s important to know all the special rules & regulations and understand how Uber in Punta Cana really works. Exactly that’s what I am explaining to you in this article here, as I have already taken hundreds of Uber rides in Punta Cana. I show you a map of where Uber is available, tell you where you should NOT go with…

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]]> https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/general-information-faq/uber-punta-cana/feed/ 4 Isla Catalina – less-frequented island excursion to paradise https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/excursions-tours/isla-catalina/ https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/excursions-tours/isla-catalina/#respond Thu, 15 Jan 2026 02:42:00 +0000 https://www.puntacanatravelblog.com/?p=2359 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 easy access from Punta Cana or Santo Domingo. Unless its bigger neighbor Isla Saona, Catalina Island is not as crowded and therefore offers a more…

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