Since the project began, BGC upgraded 56,000 feet of wire and 80 poles, impacting 6,000 customers.
Appleton Estate Releases 51-Year-Old Rum
Aged in Jamaica's tropical climate for over five decades, The Source is a single marque rum produced from Appleton Estate's single-estate sugar cane.
Arajet Assumes Co-Presidency of ALTA Flight Operations and Security Committee
The ALTA Flight Safety and Operations Committee serves as a vital platform for the exchange of best practices among air operators, and industry experts.
Rum Renaissance Festival Returns to Miami November 8-9 2025
Explore rum’s rich stories in seminars, then savor a grand tasting featuring exceptional rums from around the globe.
Insight Crime: What’s Behind Record Marijuana Seizures in the Dominican Republic?
Official data shows a clear upward trend in marijuana seizures over the last five years.
Arajet Launches Service to San Juan, Puerto Rico With Inaugural Flight From Santo Domingo
Arajet now connects Puerto Ricans to 11 new destinations via Santo Domingo and Punta Cana, including countries across the Americas.
Arajet Launches Direct Flights Between Orlando, Florida and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
The Open Skies agreement lets Arajet offer competitive rates and expand its reach across the region to more travelers.
Dominican Republic & Colombia Hold Bilateral Talks To Forge Closer Trade and Investment Ties
In the first quarter of this year, exports of non-mining goods from Colombia to the Dominican Republic totaled $92.3 million USD and increased 9% compared to the same period in 2024.
New Alliance Formed to Advance Independent Telecommunications in Latin America
The alliance advocates fair radio spectrum access, empowering local operators with supportive policies and reducing reliance on state services.
Two US Virgin Islands Beaches Named Among Caribbean’s Top 10 in 2025 TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards
US Virgin Islands beaches have gained recognition for clear waters and soft sands.
Dominican Regulators Approve First Arajet-Trained Captains for Boeing 737 Max 8
IDAC grants flight endorsements to Dominican pilots Víctor Cruz and Yoryi Bonilla for Boeing 737 Max 8.
Arajet Launches Ticket Sales for New York Route, Flights to Begin June 16
The route will improve air connectivity and lower fares for the Dominican community in New York, as well as for tourists to the Caribbean country.
US Seizes Venezuelan State-Owned Luxury Private Jet in Dominican Republic
Since January 2019, the Dassault Falcon 2000EX transported Venezuelan Oil Minister Quevedo and Maduro regime officials.
US Virgin Islands: Kes, Shabba Ranks to Headline 2025 St. Thomas Carnival
“This year’s St. Thomas Carnival is at another level,” says Commissioner Boschulte, celebrating global and local talent.
Dominican Republic Solidifies Position as a Preferred Destination for Colombians at ANATO 2025
Colombian tourism to the Dominican Republic surged in 2024, with 335,819 visitors and over 3,600 flights. Punta Cana remains a top destination.
Arajet Certified as Having Newest Airline Fleet in North America
CH-Aviation's certification highlights airlines committed to passenger safety and comfort, fleet modernization, CO2 reduction, and fuel efficiency.
Fugitive Real Estate Scammer From Dominican Republic Captured After Having Nose Done in Colombia
During a routine immigration checkpoint, Colombian officials found a woman subject to an Interpol Red Notice and took her into custody.
PriceSmart Revenues Up Almost 8% In Fiscal Q1 2025
PriceSmart operates 54 warehouse clubs as of Nov. 30, 2024.
Dominican Republic’s Arajet Airlines Transported Record Number of Passengers in 2024
Arajet transported 96,586 passengers in November 2024, surpassing one million for the year—a first for any Dominican airline.
US Government Extends Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on January 10, 2025, that it will extend the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela by 18 months.
Dominican Republic Achieves Tourism Milestone with 11 Million Visitors
In a heartfelt ceremony at Punta Cana International Airport, the Dominican Republic celebrated a historic milestone by welcoming its 11 millionth visitor.
Fitch Ratings Projects Positive Trends in Latin American Real Estate for 2025
Fitch Ratings anticipates that the Latin American real estate sector will remain robust in 2025.
Arajet Receives its Tenth Aircraft “Los Haitises” With a Big Event
“Los Haitises” is a Boeing 737 Max 8 with a 185-seat configuration, which landed on Dominican soil directly from the Boeing factory in Seattle, US.