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Beside stunning Bavaro beach, special savings available

Paradisus Palma Real

Special savings available at this premium all-inclusive beach resort

Secrets Royal Beach

Special Savings At This adult-only premium all-inclusive hotel

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Punta Cana Travel Information

Airports & International Connections

The Dominican Republic has seven international airports with scheduled flights.

Major international airports include:

• Punta Cana International (PUJ / MDPC) — the main gateway for the Punta Cana / Bávaro / Cap Cana resort region

• Las Américas International (SDQ / MDSD) — serves Santo Domingo and is a major hub.

• La Romana (LRM / MDLR)

Flights from the UK / Europe

There are direct (nonstop) flights from London Gatwick (LGW) to Punta Cana (PUJ), operated by British Airways. The flight time is about 9 hours 20–25 minutes

London Heathrow (LHR) currently has no nonstop flights to Punta Cana — routes from Heathrow involve at least one stop.

Other UK airports may offer flights with one or more stops via European or North American hubs (e.g. via Madrid, Amsterdam, New York, etc.).

Airlines that commonly operate routes (direct or with connections) on London ↔ Punta Cana include British Airways, Air Transat, JetBlue, American Airlines, Air Canada, Air Europa, etc.

Dominican Republic Travel / Punta Cana Information

Currency: Dominican peso (DOP) the US dollar is also accepted

Time zone: UTC – 4 hours (GMT-4)

Typical direct flight time (London → Punta Cana): ~9h 20m

Visas / Entry: UK / many nationalities do not need a visa for short tourism stays; an electrical arrival form must be filled out before arrival

Official / spoken language: Spanish (and widely English in tourist areas)

National drink (popular): Rum (also widely used in cocktails)

National dish (iconic): La bandera (rice, beans, meat)

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Punta Cana Activities

Edged by both the Caribbean Sean and Atlantic Ocean, it’s all about water-based activities in Punta Cana so be sure to pack your swimwear and goggles. Think of a watersport and you’re bound to be able to try it out, here: windsurfing, kayaking, diving, snorkelling, banana boats, parasailing. Boat trips to Isla Sanoa are popular as are organised snorkelling trips to Marinarium, a natural offshore pool. Back on land – and up in the mountains – get your adrenaline pumping zip lining!

Punta Cana Food & Drink

When staying in one of Punta Cana’s high-end luxury resort you’ll be treated to an impressive range of restaurants and bars, particularly if you’re staying on All Inclusive - highly recommended) by Best at Travel. Local cuisine is a mixture of influences from indigenous, Spanish and African cultures with seafood ever-popular and rice, beans and meat a staple. Rum cocktails are found everywhere you can – try a santo libre (rum and Sprite) instead of the better-known cuba libre (rum and coke).

Punta Cana Attractions

As a true beach destination, you’ll not be surprised that the number one attraction in Punta Cana is its beautiful white sands – best enjoyed from your lounger beneath the sun. But if you’re looking for something a little more cultural, book a guided tour through the Indigenous Eye Ecological Park & Reserve, home to 100 species of birds. We also recommend the Mi Amor Pirate Rum Tour where you can learn about the history of the Dominican Republic’s rum-making.

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