VINCI Airports inaugurates renovation works at Las Américas Airport in Dominican Republic
The works, which represent an investment of about €14M are part of VINCI Airports’ modernization and optimization plan to improve passenger experience and offer the best welcome to the Dominican Republic through the airport. Completely renovated, the new central atrium proposes a new and modern commercial offer as well as an enhanced gastronomic experience to […]
Dominican Republic authorized 48 new international air routes in 2021
The Dominican Republic’s international air market has proven its resilience during 2021 by achieving higher traffic figures during the last part of the year than in the pre-pandemic period. In addition, the Civil Aviation Board (JAC) granted 48 new international routes to both Dominican and foreign companies. New services have been inaugurated to Kazan (Russia); […]
Delta issues travel waiver for Cancun, the Leeward Islands, Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic ahead of Tropical Storm Grace
Where: Cancun, Mexico When: Aug. 18-19, 2021 Due to the forecast path of Tropical Strom Grace toward Cancun, Delta has issued a travel waiver for those who may be impacted, effective Aug. 18-19, 2021. With this, the fare difference for customers will be waived when rebooked travel occurs on or before Aug. 22, 2021. Delta’s […]
Venezuela reopens flights to Panama and Dominican Republic
Venezuela’s civil aviation authority said on Monday it is reopening flights to Panama and the Dominican Republic that it shut last month due to coronavirus pandemic. Last year, Venezuela allowed flights to Turkey, Mexico, Bolivia, Panama and the Dominican Republic, but weeks later halted air service to the latter two countries as part of its […]
Eastern Airlines Is Launching Flights to the Dominican Republic
The revived Eastern Airlines is back in the Caribbean. The new iteration of the once-legendary carrier is set to launch expanded Caribbean flights in December with service to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Eastern Airlines will be launching twice-weekly flights from both Boston and Miami to Santo Domingo. On Dec. 17, Eastern will be operating flights […]
Dominican Republic unveils new Covid-19 measures
The president of the Dominican Republic, Luis Abinader Corona, has announced a set of initiatives designed to address challenges faced by the local tourism industry. It is hoped the measures can overcome the Covid-19 pandemic and to ensure that the country is a safe travel destination. The Plan for the Responsible Recovery of Tourism in […]
Dominican Republic COVID-19 Tests Adversely Impact Travelers Says IATA
The Dominican Republic government’s recent decision to perform rapid COVID-19 testing on international visitors who arrive in the country without required proof of a negative test result has “confused” passengers and negatively impacted airlines, said an International Air Transport Association (IATA) official quoted in local news reports. IATA officials also asked Gustavo Montalvo, president of […]
Fathom adds goodwill activities in Dominican Republic
Fathom, Carnival Corp.’s new social-impact brand, said it has developed four new activities for Dominican Republic cruises.Fathom will start cruising in April. The activities include improving homes and common areas in impoverished communities; working with special-needs rehabilitation therapy patients; assisting arts-and-crafts entrepreneurs at a women"™s cooperative; and connecting one-on-one in the homes of Dominican host […]
