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Left: Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana t here are unending, blistering white beaches studded with thousands upon thousands of palm trees for as far as the eye can see. As the second largest island in the Antilles, Dominican Republic offers a sense of unlimited expanse and adventure filled with secret spots waiting to be explored and discovered. Offshore, the tropical light makes the warm waters vary in color from clear turquoise hues to deep cobalt blues, filled with teeming marine life flitting among the nearby colorful coral reefs. There are numerous small islands too, perfect for exclusive group events where attendees will feel like they’re congregating in a postcard. Inland, few others places in the Western Hemisphere can claim the spectrum of geography here. The mist-covered summit of Pico Duarte rises 10,700 feet (3,175 mts) from the palm-swathed forests of the Cordillera Central mountain range—the highest elevation in the Caribbean. Deep crevasses are filled with exotic foliage and hidden waterfalls cascade over wide gorges, where groups of attendees will surrender in awe to the prehistoric scenery devoid of modern development. And there are the small towns, quaint fishing villages and large cosmopolitan cities where the locals are proud to share their passion for music, food, sports and culture with visitors in a natural, unassuming manner. If you start a conversation with a local about Merengue dancing or baseball, be prepared to sit for a while. You may also want to order some strong Dominican coffee or a glass of the island’s rich amber rum to sip while you listen. Dominicans are passionate about their country and love educating visitors about the best way to enjoy its offerings. As a bonus, you may end up learning a few dance moves before the conversation is over. The VALUe & eVOLUTION Of IsLANd MeeTINgs The diversity of experiences and locales available in Dominican Republic is only part of the seduction for meeting planners. While most tourism destinations around the world felt the impact of the global economic crisis in recent years, the island continues to post record arrivals annually. Much of this is due to the incredible values inherent with all-inclusive pricing, where food, beverages, activities and entertainment are included in the price, so planners know the total cost of a program upfront. In addition, business meetings in the DR are tax-deductible for U.S. citizens, as stipulated in the Tax Information Exchange Agreement within the Caribbean Basin Initiative. And the exchange rate between the dollar and the peso is highly favorable for visiting groups, adding even more value. Over and above the excellent ROI that Dominican Republic offers, the group hotel, transportation and telecommunications infrastructure has evolved to a level of world-class quality. A Dominican Republic Meeting & Incentive Planner  

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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