Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic
Best Season
Dec - Apr
Hotels
3 Properties
Activities
4 Things to Do
Best Value
Overview
The Dominican Republic's Punta Cana and Cap Cana region is the Caribbean's most visited destination. With over 30 miles of palm-lined, white-sand beaches, year-round sunshine, and a massive concentration of all-inclusive resorts, it delivers the quintessential tropical vacation.
For points travelers, the Dominican Republic is a goldmine. Hyatt's all-inclusive properties in Cap Cana offer some of the best CPP redemptions in the Caribbean at just 25,000 points per night -- remarkable considering all-inclusive cash rates of $600-$800+.
Beyond the resort gates, the DR offers adventure: zip-line through jungle canopy at Scape Park, swim in natural cenotes, explore the colonial charm of nearby Higuey, or charter a catamaran to the natural pool at Saona Island.
Best Time to Visit
Dec - Apr (Recommended)
The dry season from December to April is ideal with sunny skies and warm temperatures (80-88°F). February through April is the sweet spot -- dry weather with slightly lower prices than the Christmas/New Year peak. Punta Cana sits outside the main hurricane belt.
Top Hotels on Points
The best hotels in Dominican Republic you can book with loyalty points, ranked by CPP value.
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Things to Do in Dominican Republic
Relax on miles of palm-lined white sand at Bavaro Beach, the Caribbean's most famous stretch of coastline.
Free
Sail to the protected island paradise of Saona with natural pools, starfish sandbars, and pristine beaches.
$90
Walk the oldest European settlement in the Americas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 16th-century cathedrals and cobblestone streets.
$45
Soar over jungle canopy on 12 ziplines through the lush mountains behind Punta Cana.
$80
Getting There
Flights & Transfers
Fly into Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), one of the busiest airports in the Caribbean. Direct flights from Miami (2.5 hrs), New York (4 hrs), Atlanta (3.5 hrs), and many more. Most resorts offer airport transfers (30-45 minutes to Cap Cana).
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