Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, April 7, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The Department of Tourism of Dominican Republic (MITUR) revealed positive data on the recovery of international tourism in the Caribbean Aim. in the March 2021The country received 263,857 non-resident foreign passengers, an increase of 56% versus February 2021and 3.4% over March 2020. More than 70% of these arrivals were American tourists, and more than 40% of the travelers got through Punta Cana International Airport.


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From March 28, 2021A total of 3,142 flights from 100 airlines from more than 40 countries arrived in the country, an increase of 39% compared to the previous year February 2021. For the first time, in the last week of March, the flight occupancy of planes arriving in the country reached pre-pandemic levels.

“The March 2021 Recreation in international tourism too Dominican Republic is a clear sign that our reactivation strategy is successful. The aim of this government was to regain the confidence of international travelers, implement protocols and effective initiatives that affect the entire value chain. Last month’s figures show that we are on the right track, “said the tourism minister David Collado.

Other numbers that show Dominican Republic The recovery of tourism takes place through hotel occupancy as well as flight and room reservations. In the last week of March, hotel occupancy reached 70.6%, the highest value in the last 12 months. The five most important tourist destinations in the country recorded an occupancy rate of over 68%.

In flight bookings, the country’s top seven airlines saw an increase in the second quarter of the year. Additionally, the number of room reservations is dependent on April 1, 2021is even higher than in the years before the crisis. The volume of nightly room sales for the next 30 days has hit historic highs for Punta Cana and La Romana – Bayahíbe.

The Dominican authorities trust that as vaccination progresses, the number of international tourists coming to the country will continue to increase worldwide.

About the Dominican Republic

Known for off the beaten path excursions, rich culture, endless amenities, and perfect year-round climate. Dominican Republic is a place like no other. Easily reached by direct flight from most major airports, it’s an ideal haven for celebrities, couples, and families. From hiking trails to undiscovered beaches to world-class golf courses, here you can renew our luxurious and diverse accommodations, explore ancient relics of bygone centuries, enjoy Dominican dishes or enjoy ecotourism adventures in our magnificent national parks, mountain ranges and rivers.

Surrounded by the Caribbean in the south and the Atlantic in the north, Dominican Republic offers a variety of sports, recreation and entertainment options, exclusive cultural experiences such as dancing, carnival festivals and Dominican specialties such as cigars, rum, chocolate, coffee, amber and larimar. Between adventurous Puerto Plata, lush Samaná, historical Santo Domingosunny Punta Cana, luxurious La Romana, lively Barahona and more, every area has something to suit every traveler and budget.

In addition to its unexplored coast to coast experiences, the country has also built a worldwide reputation for its warm and hospitable people. With eight international airports and nine different ecological zones, it has never been so accessible and attractive to explore Dominican Republic. To learn more and plan your trip, visit the official website of the Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic at https://www.godominicanrepublic.com/.

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SOURCE Ministry of Tourism of Dominican Republic


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