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wide range of newly constructed and renovated convention venues, large city hotels and beachside group resorts provides the latest in technology for groups, while an expansive network of large DMCs operate out of all of them to provide the required support services. Dominican Republic’s key geographic location in the center of the Caribbean Basin positions it as a strategic commercial and business center. There are eight major international airports, many recently upgraded, located in Santo Domingo, Punta Cana, La Romana, Puerto Plata, Barahona, Santiago and Samaná. Equidistant to Central, North and South America, this is the one destination in the Caribbean that can provide both a sense of the exotic and the familiar for large international trade shows, conferences, meetings and incentives. “Dominican Republic has evolved on all fronts: new highways, new hotels, updated airports, and new standards of technology and service,” says Les Pye, Marketing Director for Connect Travel Services, an on-island DMC that caters exclusively to meeting/incentive groups. “Most of the large hotels and resorts focus on MICE business, and the world-class golf and amazing beaches and beautiful scenery are the best in the Caribbean.” The real beauty of Dominican Republic, however, is that much still exists as it did when Columbus dropped anchor here in 1492. First-time visitors will see few high-rise buildings outside Santo Domingo. Mass tourism and international business arrived to this tropical paradise long after global awareness exposed the benefits of low-impact development. The island’s vast resources—from the national mahogany tree to the delicate ibis waterfowl—remain stridently protected for the generations of tomorrow. REGIONAL RUNDOWN As you explore the Planner, you’ll see that we divided up the country into different regions. The map on the opposite page gives you the lay of the land, but below we also break out each region’s destinations and group experiences to give you a sense of what to expect. East Coast: Luxury big-brand hotels offering exquisite beaches, world-class golf and a wide range of water sports enthrall groups headed to Punta Cana, Bavaro Beach, Uvero Alto and Macao. South Coast: Historic attractions, art hubs, eco-escapes and superb golf courses define the excitement in La Romana, Bayahibe, Saona, Catalina, Boca Chica and Juan Dolio. North Coast: Gorgeous beaches, thrilling water sports like kite boarding and a thriving arts and crafts scene are among the group options in Puerto Plata, Sosua and Cabarete. Samaná Peninsula: Here, natural attractions and incredible beaches blend with eco-fun activities such as hiking, swimming, whale watching and horseback riding. Santo Domingo: Age-old marvels counterpoint sleek new properties, sizzling nightlife and cultural insights are among the highlights found in the country’s capital. Central: Refresh and recharge your group by exploring the charming towns, fascinating museums and stunning landscapes of Santiago, Jarabacoa and Constanza. Non-hotel Convention Spaces around Dominican Republic SANTO DOMINGO Puerto Sansouci Banco Central Casa San Pablo Palacio de Bellas Artes Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores Teatro Nacional Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo 10 GoDominicanRepublic.com Capacity* 8,200 723 120 625 1,050 2,175 1,500 OUTSIDE SANTO DOMINGO Gran Teatro del Cibao, Santiago Universidad Católica Nordestana, San Francisco de Macoris Jarabacoa Country Club Capacity 2,100 360 800 *Number denotes group size, theater-style  http://www.GoDominicanRepublic.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Dominican Republic Meeting & Incentive Planner 2011/2012

Planning Points
Meeting Hotels
Punta Cana & Bavaro
La Romana, Bayahibe & More
Cruise
Puerto Plata
Samana
Santo Domingo
Santiago & Central Region
Food & Music
DMC List
Tourism Offices

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