Supporters
Dominican Republic Tourist Board
Stand: C41
Exhibitor Profile:
Rich in history, the Dominican Republic’s first tourist was Christopher Columbus in 1492. Since then, it has developed into a diverse and luxurious destination offering both Dominican Republic and European flavours to more than 200,000 British visitors each year. A leader in eco-tourism, the Dominican Republic created the world’s first Whale Sanctuary and has established protection zones for more than 20 percent of its land and coastal areas. The country boasts some of the world’s best golf courses and beaches, the largest marinas in the Caribbean and is a chosen escape for celebrities, couples and families. Visit the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism’s official Web site at: www.godominicanrepublic.com or call +44 (0)20 7242 7778.
Website Address: www.godominicanrepublic.com
Contact Name: Sabrina Cambiaso
Phone Number: 02072427778
Email Address: england@godominicanrepublic.com
World Areas:
Caribbean
LatinAmerica
Press Releases:
Peninsula House, in the Dominican Republic voted best hotel in the Caribbean
The six-suite Peninsula House, in the Dominican Republic, has been voted best hotel in the Caribbean and second best hotel in the world category in the Conde Nast Traveler Best in the World Readers Choice awards.
Situated in Las Terrenas on the North East Coast of the Dominican Republic, the Peninsula House is an exclusive boutique hotel consisting of six junior suites and overlooking the Playa Coson and the Atlantic Ocean with its pool and tropical gardens.
According to the readers of Condé Nast Traveler, the Peninsula House is "The most luxurious place in the Caribbean is "a magnificent hillside retreat with a glorious pool and Atlantic views." This two-year-old Victorian-style house is "like a museum," with eclectic art scattered throughout. Suites have Brazilian hardwood floors and antiques such as Chinese bamboo storage trunks and an Indian ivory cabinet. The kitchen makes use of the on-site organic garden. "The personal service was never less than excellent."
For further information on the destination please contact:
ESP: esp@esthersmith.biz or esp-bobby@hotmail.com Tel/fax: 01962 711239 – Mobile: 07768 901197 or 07771 681917
Website: www.godominicanrepublic.com
Casa de Campo Plays Host to Jay-Z’s 40th Birthday Celebration
To help celebrate his 40th birthday is style, international singing sensation Jay-Z chose Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic as the place. The rapper and wife Beyonce Knowles was joined by their closest friends - including Oprah Winfrey, Kanye West, Alicia Keys, Mary J Blige, Kate Hudson and Ne-Yo.
According to Jay-Z “The Dominican Republic is the most stunning place on earth. It has everything – beautiful beaches, scenery, golf courses and is easy to fly guests to”.
Mother Nature´s tropical best, artfully blend with stylish elements welcome guests to the illustrious Casa de Campo on the Dominican Republic´s southeast coast. With a chic, distinctive flavour of classic elegance, the 7,000 acre Casa de Campo is a beacon for travel as home to Pete Dyes´ legendary Teeth of the Dog golf course and more. Unique, world-class facilities, refined service, and warm, Dominican hospitality captivates all ages.
For further information on the destination please contact:
ESP: esp@esthersmith.biz or esp-bobby@hotmail.com Tel/fax: 01962 711239 – Mobile: 07768 901197 or 07771 681917
Website: www.godominicanrepublic.com
Dominican Republic Golf Course Named ‘Top Golf Course in the Caribbean and Mexico’ by Golfweek Magaz
Punta Espada, the first of three Jack Nicklaus Signature courses located in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic was selected by the prestigious and recognized American magazine Golfweek, as the best golf course of the Caribbean and Mexico in its latest ranking for 2010.
This is not the first time that a golf course in the Dominican Republic has reached the first position of this prestigious annual list, confirming that the island has some of the best golf courses in the Region. In 2009, Punta Espada also occupied the top spot whilst for 2008, Teeth of the Dog located in Casa de Camp and designed by Pete Dye held the accolade (voted 4th for 2010).
The Dominican Republic golf courses have consistently been recognised as having courses of the highest quality in the Region. In fact, Golfweek voted 5 of the golf courses in the Dominican Republic as being within the top 30 for 2010. The others were:
Dye Fore at Casa de Campo designed by Pete Dye (voted 13th)
Playa Grande at Rio San Juan designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. & Roger Rulewich (voted 18th)
The Faldo Legacy Course at Roco Ki Golf Club designed by Nick Faldo (voted 25th)
The Dominican Republic, blessed with breathtaking countryside and pristine beaches, is home to some of the world's most dramatic and spectacular golf courses designed by legends such as Pete Dye, P.B. Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones, Gary Player, Tom Fazio and Nick Faldo.
For further information on the destination please contact:
ESP: esp@esthersmith.biz or esp-bobby@hotmail.com Tel/fax: 01962 711239 – Mobile: 07768 901197 or 07771 681917
Website: www.godominicanrepublic.com
