Top officials from the first Trump administration are cashing in on Latin American countries' hopes and fears about the president’s trade and tariffs policies, recent filings with the Department of Justice's Foreign Agents Registration Unit reveal. In August, Continental Strategy, LLC — a government relations firm founded by Carlos Trujillo, Trump's former ambassador to the Organization of American States (OAS), and managed by Alberto Martinez, Secretary of State Marco Rubio's former chie...| Responsible Statecraft
Spain comes to the Caribbean this November as Casa de Campo Resort & Villas gears up for the third edition of Alma Casa de Campo: Spanish Fair, running from Nov. 20 to 22, 2025. The event promises three days of culinary delights, music, art and tradition, all set against the resort’s iconic luxury backdrop. A […] The post Alma Casa de Campo Returns for Its Third Edition, Celebrating Spain in the Caribbean appeared first on Casa de Campo Living.| Casa de Campo Living
The Dominican Foundation of Marine Studies (FUNDEMAR) inaugurated the facilities for its Investigative Center MARE-DR, an innovative space created for the scientific study of coral reefs and the protection of Dominican Republic’s marine habitat. The center, located in the coastal area of Bayahibe, was built on a plot of more than 2,250 square meters of […] The post Fundemar Launches New Marine Studies Center appeared first on Casa de Campo Living.| Casa de Campo Living
“Then Jesus said to those Jews, who believed him: If you continue in my word, you shall be my disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (Gospel According to Saint John 8:31-32.) That magnificent promise, first voiced by Our Lord, is emblazoned on the Dominican ... Read more The post Only One Side Tells the Whole Truth About the Dominican Republic’s Debate Over Abortion first appeared on The American TFP.| The American TFP
Far away dreams that slipped worn hands,from island shores to busy lands.The Bronx was loud, the nights were long,she worked and prayed to keep them strong. The bills piled high as time ran thin,she tucked her quiet guilt within.“No time for games,” she used to say,while Spanish words just slipped away. Her babies grew with... Continue Reading →| Grace of the Sun
The Dominican Republic offers pristine beaches and rich cultural experiences, but poor planning can turn paradise into a source of anxiety. The post How to Plan a Stress-Free Dominican Republic Vacation appeared first on Rovology.| Rovology
Casa de Campo Resort & Villas hosted the first edition of the Latin America Amateur Championship (LAAC) Academy from August 3 to 9, 2025. The program brought together 12 young golfers from across Latin America for a week of focused training and development. A New Chapter for Latin American Golf The LAAC Academy was created […] The post LAAC Academy Debuts in Casa de Campo With Week of Intensive Golf Training appeared first on Casa de Campo Living.| Casa de Campo Living
Villa Minuty, the exclusive gastronomic lounge at Casa de Campo’s Caña Lounge, will host a premium wine experience on Aug. 16, 2025. The event will feature the limited-edition M de Minuty Rosé from Château Minuty, known for its delicate aromas of orange peel, red currant and exotic fruits. An Afternoon of Rosé and Sophistication Guests […] The post Villa Minuty to Host Exclusive Rosé Tasting at Casa de Campo appeared first on Casa de Campo Living.| Casa de Campo Living
The Altos de Chavón Art Gallery opened its doors on July 18, 2025, to "Recuerdos, Colores y Formas", an exciting solo exhibition by Barcelona-based artist| Casa de Campo Living
Santo Domingo, August 18, 2025. Cayo Levantado Resort has been distinguished by Forbes Travel Guide with the new VERIFIED™ Responsible Hospitality badge, becoming one of only two hotels in the Dominican Republic to obtain this certification in 2025. This recognition positions the resort among an elite of properties worldwide that demonstrate a solid commitment to […]| Travel Dreams Magazine
Learn more about the critically endangered Ridgway's Hawk and where to see this beautiful raptor in the wild.| Birding Tours with Whitehawk
Everyone has their own idea of paradise, for me, it’s all about the beach, the islands and the sea. Here are my favorites in America.| Rovology
Isla Saona and Isla Catalina are two of the most popular excursions when staying in Punta Cana. It’s easy to say that both are the most beautiful islands in the Dominican Republic as well. When staying in Punta Cana, there are tons of group tours to book, but what should you do if you are […]| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Do you know how much a beer in Punta Cana costs? Do you have an idea about the price of a local meal? Or are you wondering about the prices of the supermarkets in the Dominican Republic?| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Casa de Campo Resort & Villas is set to host an unforgettable wine-tasting event this weekend, bringing a taste of volcanic terroirs to the heart of Altos de Chavón. The Fire in the Vine: Volcanic Terroirs experience, presented by American Express, will unfold on Friday, Aug. 8, and Saturday, Aug. 9, at 7 p.m. in […] The post Wine Tasting Series: Fire in the Vine Will Bring Volcano-Inspired Wines to Altos de Chavón appeared first on Casa de Campo Living.| Casa de Campo Living
The Caribbean is home to a growing number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Now counting 32, some tentative, these historic locations showcase the archeological past, landmark buildings, and town sites as well as cultural monuments and artifacts. The following five Caribbean capitals are also World Heritage sites and reflect the blend of European influence and […]| Tropix Traveler
Restore, renew, and reflect at these three yoga retreats set on idyllic tropical islands.| Tropix Traveler
Ocean conservation projects in the Dominican Republic for scuba divers who want to volunteer and give back to the ocean.| blog.padi.com
It is mandatory to fill out an e-ticket for immigration when traveling to the Dominican Republic and Punta Cana. It is one of the most important things you shouldn’t forget when preparing your trip to Punta Cana (along with your passport) and one of the most common issues I see when people are getting scammed […]| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Grand Bavaro Princess is pretty unique. Despite being one of the cheapest resorts in Punta Cana, you can enjoy very modern rooms, delicious food, well-kept grounds, a huge buffet and a wide variety of bars & restaurants. And the best: while we have visited the resort in previous years, it even got better when we […]| Punta Cana Travel Blog
There are a lot of (partly wrong) rumors and expectations when it comes to crime and safety in Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic. That’s why I’d love to give you a detailed and honest evaluation of the question if it is safe to travel to Punta Cana, from the perspective of someone local to […]| Punta Cana Travel Blog
If you are looking for the best nightlife, evening show, club or disco (or all of them) during your vacation in the Dominican Republic, Coco Bongo Punta Cana is one of the top activities to consider.| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Attention! This article is loaded with insider tips, personal recommendations and local knowledge, hence you will get the best overview about the must-do excursions in Punta Cana – and those tours you shouldn’t book. I know that the choice of the right activity can be overwhelming (and the blog post here is blog) but all […]| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Did you know that there are resorts and beaches in Punta Cana without seaweed? I know that one might be tempted to think that seaweed is everywhere in the Caribbean and Central America…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Our full review of the Norwegian Viva, which boasts a modern, sleek design and a wide variety of bars, restaurants and activities.| Our Wander-Filled Life
Cultural books open windows into diverse lives, offering powerful stories that spark empathy, challenge views, and connect us across borders and backgrounds. The post 10 Vibrant Cultural Books That Inspire Connection and Conversation appeared first on The Culture Ties.| The Culture Ties
RIU Resorts – There are hardly any resorts in Punta Cana that receive more conflicting reviews than this hotel. Considering the amazing value you get here, this is rather surprising, as it is one of…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
At these beach resorts, families can enjoy a host of activities and adventures. Check out these top tropical destinations for family vacations.| Tropix Traveler
From coffee blending to mermaid encounters, these aren't your usual tropical vacation experiences.| Tropix Traveler
Would you like to spend an affordable all-inclusive vacation in a newly built resort located in an upcoming trendsetting destination? In this case, Viva Miches by Wyndham could be the perfect option…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Punta Cana for 50 USD a day? Yes, that’s possible, but you need to know how, as otherwise you might fall into the trap of being seen as a walking wallet. That’s why I have gathered all my insider tips…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
“In fourteen hundred and ninety two, Columbus sailed the ocean blue.” Like most American school kids, I recited that little rhyme when I was maybe 7 or 8. But strangely, I don’t recall learning much more about Christopher Columbus in those grade school days. Of course, we were taught to believe that Columbus “discovered” the [...] The post Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic: In Columbus’ Wake appeared first on Latitude Adjustment.| Latitude Adjustment
Punta Cana is the No. 1 spot in the Caribbean for an all-inclusive vacation, but it might be expensive if you don’t pay attention to the details. Therefore, it’s important to know how you can save…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
The Latin American Studies Association recently awarded both Bianca Dang and Christina C. Davidson with their 2025 Best Article Prize. Dr. Dang and Dr. Davidson were honored for their respective contributions to the JCWE’s 2025 special issue on Black internationalism, which was edited by Brandon R. Byrd. You may read Bianca Dang’s article, “‘I Don’t … Read More Read More| The Journal of the Civil War Era
Del origen y la distancia, Elisa Bergel Melo, 2015 Elisa Bergel Melo, born in Caracas in 1989, is a visual artist who uses photography as her main medium. She studied at the New England School of Photography (United States), Grisart (Spain) and obtained her degree with emphasis in photography at the Veritas University in Costa Rica. Her work explores the inherent possibilities of photography, those related to the documentation of movement and time, the transformation through tautology, a...| FLARE
Joiri Minaya, Containers (performance documentation), 2016. Performer Francheska Alcantara photographed by Corinne Spencer Joiri Minaya (*1990) is a New York based Dominican-United States multi-disciplinary visual artist. Her work navigates binaries in search of in-betweenness, investigating the female body within constructions of identity, multi-cultural social spaces and hierarchies. Recent works focus on questioning historic and contemporary representations of black and brown womanhood in ...| FLARE
Flare begins in the „Pick up your ears" section a new series of articles, dedicated to artists from a particular scene that we still know too little about. We ask an artist from our network to introduce us to a dozen artists from a scene that is very familiar to them, and publish on Flare a series of images and a presentation of their work. Karla Hiraldo Voleau inaugurates this series with Dominican artists. ————————————— Flare débute dans la rubrique „Pick up y...| FLARE
Tony Blanco never really had the opportunity to show just what kind of ballplayer he could be in the major leagues — his MLB career consisted of 62 at-bats for the 2005 Washington Nationals. …| RIP Baseball
Octavio Dotel was one of the most well-traveled players in major league baseball history — not because he wasn’t good enough to stick in one place for long. Rather, Dotel was such an ef…| RIP Baseball
The roof collapse of the Jet Set Club in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic has killed two former major-league ballplayers and the relative of a third. According to the latest reports, at least 79 p…| RIP Baseball
Punta Cana, like many tourist destinations, has its share of scams targeting visitors. Even though most of those scams will not entirely ruin your holiday, it is essential to know about a few of the…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Scams, problems, booking errors – all things you don’t want to have during your all-inclusive vacation in Punta Cana. That’s why I have created – with all my experience from living many years in the…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
The Dominican Republic is the most visited travel destination in the Caribbean. Every year, over five million travelers from around the world arrive in the tropical island nation. And for good reason! Our island is| Dominican Abroad | Travel & Culture Guides
Check out TropixTraveler's top picks for amazing oceanfront golf courses.| Tropix Traveler
Many people planning their vacation in Punta Cana are only booking their resort and an airport transfer, but are hardly thinking about a rental car in Punta Cana, even it might be a good option.| Punta Cana Travel Blog
RIP to Angel Torres, who reached the major leagues in 1977 as a pitcher for Cincinnati. He died on February 1 at the age of 72. Torres played for the Cincinnati Reds in 5 games as part of a 10-year…| RIP Baseball
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Rico Carty had seven seasons in which he hit over .300, and that includes the year he won the NL batting title. If he is overlooked today, it is because his career was overshadowed by the injuries,…| RIP Baseball
A holiday in Punta Cana does not have to be expensive, as there are plenty of activities and things to do for free in Bavaro and the surrounding area. While your experience at one of the beautiful…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Prime properties that sit front and center on some of the best beaches in the world.| Tropix Traveler
The whale watching season 2025 in the Dominican Republic is approaching, hence it is time to plan this unique excursion for your vacation. To find the best whale watching tour from Punta Cana, Samaná…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Miches is a trendy new destination north of Punta Cana which offers a lot of new potentials – but is much more difficult to reach for travelers. However, this comes with the added value that most…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
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Punta Cana is perfect for a family vacation, thanks to its various all-inclusive resorts, amazing water parks and a short flight time from most destinations. But what are the things to do in Punta…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Ozzie Virgil spent so long in Major League Baseball as a player and a coach that it’s hard to remember that he was a pioneer in the game — in a couple of important ways. For one, he was…| RIP Baseball
Is there anything better than seeing Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic from the air? Hardly, so get prepared for some of the most spectacular excursions you can get: Punta Cana helicopter tours…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
If you’re currently planning your vacation, packing might be a big issue. And especially the fear of forgetting things at home – particularly some tools or gadgets that might not be so important at…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Compare all the best language apps for learning Spanish before you move to Mexico or Central or South America, including tutors, videos, and classes.| Expatsi - The Expat Test
Traveling to the Dominican Republic and looking for LGBTQ-safe spaces? As a formerly colonized country with a strong religious conservative history, we still have a long way to go in supporting the queer community. Nevertheless,| Dominican Abroad | Travel & Culture Guides
Most tourists visit Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, but there is a hidden slice of paradise an hour south of the popular beach destination that you must visit. Let me introduce you to La| Our Sweet Adventures
A question I frequently get is, "Is it safe to travel in the Dominican Republic?" As a Dominican New Yorker who has ventured to over 55 countries, these are my insights into Dominican Republic safety| Dominican Abroad | Travel & Culture Guides
The HM resorts in the Dominican Republic, among them the ones in Punta Cana, Bayahibe and Boca Chica, are always among the cheapest options when looking for the most affordable all-inclusive resort in…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Cap Cana is a separate area south of Punta Cana, just 15 minutes away from Punta Cana International Airport. It is well known for its luxury all-inclusive resorts, most of which are adults-only (but…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Punta Cana is home to around 80-90 all-inclusive hotels, approx. 35 of them are adults-only resorts. But which one is the best? As always, this depends on your preferences, which is why we have…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
There is a common perception that adults-only resorts in the Dominican Republic (and elsewhere) are more expensive than their family-friendly peers. While this might be partially true…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
Are you looking for an affordable all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana without getting a cheapish run-down hotel? Continue reading, because this list of the best value all-inclusive resorts features the…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
The selection of all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana can be overwhelming. There are over 45 properties and more than 80 all-inclusive resorts in this part of the Dominican Republic. So how to choose…| Punta Cana Travel Blog
The most comprehensive post you can find about Isla Saona - incl. insider tips, excursion options and an off-the-beaten-track option.| Punta Cana Travel Blog
What's it like to live in the Dominican Republic? This interview shares personal experiences & practical tips for moving to and living in the Dominican Republic.| Spend Life Traveling