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11 Tips for Travelling to Punta Cana After COVID-19 to Be Safe

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Is it reasonable to not go on vacation after the coronavirus outbreak? How can we travel without fear that the coronavirus is everywhere? Right now when the pandemic is in full swing, a good rest is impossible. But let’s look into the future, at the world after the coronavirus, which is sure to come. Vacations to popular destinations such as the Dominican Republic will become available sooner or later. So, we have decided to prepare some very important tips for travelling to Punta Cana after the COVID-19. In almost any society, tourism is part of a normal life. Obviously, people will be very happy to be able to travel again. How much they can afford pends on how much they are affected by the economic crisis that is the consequence of the coronavirus pandemic. But in general, the need to catch up in terms of tourism will be very high. Although it is difficult to predict whether people will travel as before, or whether a lot of them will draw certain conclusions for themselves, the cur

Mango Season 2021 in the Dominican Republic

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From mid-April and to the end of October, the Mango Season sweetens the life of all people who live or temporarily stay in the Dominican Republic. During 6-7 months, bright like the sun and sweet Dominican mangos appear on food store shelves and at fruit stalls. It is worth trying all sorts! Dominican mangos are very tasty and are used to prepare jelly, marmalade and other local treats. Don’t miss this local fruit in all its juicy varieties! Read more about the best exotic fruits of the Dominican Republic → https://everythingpuntacana.com/fruits-dominican-republic/

Whale watching season at the Silver Bank of the Dominican Republic

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From March 31 and to April 15, welcome to the world’s largest mating & calving grounds, the Silver Bank of the Dominican Republic. This spectacular surface activity includes the option to swim & snorkel with North Atlantic humpback whales. Get ready to observe whales playing, vying for each other’s attention, nursing and jumping. Professional guides instruct tourists on whale etiquette, allowing the whales to choose when they interact and to set the terms of the interaction. The Silver Bank Sanctuary, situated roughly 80 nautical miles north of resort city of Puerto Plata, is one of only two areas in the entire world where nature lovers can experience an in-water encounter with humpback whales. Don’t miss this unique chance to see humpback whales. Buy excursions from only licensed providers who follow anti-COVID protocols. Check the best Punta Cana excursions here → https://everythingpuntacana.com/product-category/excursions/

GFNY Punta Cana - one of the most important cycling events worldwide

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GFNY cycling event will be held for the second time in Punta Cana. Participants will ride bikes leaving from Bluemall Puntacana, passing through the Eastern Cordillera and returning in Miches (both distances). On the way back, they will pass through the area of Anamuya and Macao. The route starts from the very heart of Punta Cana and has the options of long route, 150 kilometers and 973 meters of elevation or short route, 94 kilometers and 398 meters of elevation with partially closed and controlled traffic. Check all interesting Punta Cana events here → https://everythingpuntacana.com/events/

7th Dominican Gastronomic Forum 2021

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The seventh Edition of the Dominican Gastronomic Forum: Safeguarding the Heritage of Dominican Flavor, organized by the Sabores Dominicanos Foundation, will be held online through the portal saboresdominicanos.org.do from March 13 to April 10, 2021. The forum is part of the activities of the international event in Italy, “Terra Madre Salone del Gusto 2020: Our food, our planet, our future”. The forum offers an inclusive research and analysis space, with an active integration of chefs, restaurant representatives, gastronomy experts, journalists, students and teachers from the hospitality, tourism and gastronomy areas of the main Dominican schools. Check all interesting Punta Cana events here → https://everythingpuntacana.com/events/

La Vega Carnival Museum - the Dominican Republic

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Another colorful exhibition opening an opportunity to experience the Dominican carnival without actually being present at the real event (which is not celebrated in 2021 due to the pandemic) is held at Agora Mall until March 14th. It is a good chance to observe unique carnival costumes and characters while shopping at the mall. The exhibits are located at different levels to ensure social distancing. La Vega Carnival reaches 125 years of history being commemorated with an exhibition of 20 costumes from 16 groups.

«Ciudad Colonial Viva» exhibition in the Dominican Republic

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Although this year the Dominican Republic did not witness its traditional carnival, the months of February and March are filled up with cultural experiences and events that will satisfy all culture-lovers. Throughout March, the emblematic Saviñón Building will host the permanent exhibition “Ciudad Colonial Viva” to emphasize the importance of the Colonial City development for the Dominican economy, tourism, history and culture. The exhibition features graphic material telling the story of transformation, beautification, improvements in urban mobility and modernization of the facilities of the Colonial City. Check all about Punta Cana here → https://everythingpuntacana.com/

1st National Carnival Exhibition in Puerto Plata, the DR

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Not only the capital of the country hosts exhibitions and multidisciplinary events dedicated to the national carnival, but other major cities as well. Until March 14, do not miss the opportunity to visit the first National Carnival Exhibition in Puerto Plata, with costumes and characters from the carnival of the different provinces. Held at the Commerce Club in front of Plaza Independencia, it is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The exhibition is carried out according to the health protocols established by the Dominican Government, maintaining physical distance and with the mandatory use of face masks. The purpose of this exhibition is not to lose the tradition of carnival, which for decades is one of the Dominican cultural displays. The costumes are made of recycled materials. Check all about Punta Cana here → https://everythingpuntacana.com/

34th Caribbean International Pro Am II - Golf event 2021

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From February 28 to March 5, Casa de Campo golf’s team hosts a new edition of the renowned Winter Pro Am Series. The 34th Annual Caribbean International Pro Am II will be organized at such championship courses as The Links, Dye Fore and Teeth of the Dog. The event is a perfect getaway for golf groups or families. Teams must consist of one professional and three amateurs. Strict sanitary protocol will be enforced at the event in 2021. Check all about Punta Cana here → https://everythingpuntacana.com/

Dominican Republic Independence Day 2021

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Traditionally celebrated on February 27, Dominican Independence Day is the Dominican Republic’s National Day commemorating independence from Haiti gained in 1844. The celebration of independence coincides with a national carnival in the Dominican Republic which in 2021 is not celebrated due to ANTI-COVID regulations and restrictions. Usually, every Sunday during the month of February, parades take place in every major city and region around the country. The carnival season culminates with Independence Day celebrations on February 27. This day, locals honor their founding fathers, Juan Pablo Duarte, Ramón Matías Mella and Francisco del Rosario Sánchez in the “Puerta del Conde”, in Santo Domingo, where the declaration of their war for Independence took place, on February 27, 1844. The president of the Dominican Republic gives an annual speech on this day to pay tribute as well. Check all about Punta Cana here → https://everythingpuntacana.com/

Vuelta Independencia Nacional 2021 - the leading cycling race in the DR

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The Dominican Cycling Federation invites everyone to the 42nd edition of the “Vuelta Independencia Nacional”, the leading cycling race that celebrates Dominican Independence Day. The event will be held under a strict sanitary protocol to protect all participants from COVID-19. The race will be held from February 22 to February 28, with athletes overnighting in the capital or in Punta Cana hotels. Check all about Punta Cana here → https://everythingpuntacana.com/

Juan Pablo Duarte Day - Public holiday in the DR

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Juan Pablo Duarte Day is a public holiday in the Dominican Republic, observed on 26th January. It commemorates the birth of the most auspicious founding father of the Dominican Republic. Schools and colleges commemorate the founding father with special classes and thematic conferences. Check all Punta Cana secrets in our blog → https://everythingpuntacana.com/category/blog/