Covid-19 Situation Update
Coronavirus update from the Dominican Republic
Article Highlights:
- Airlines set travel dates
- European Companions Arrival Dates Set
Current Situation:
COVID-19 update regarding the Dominican Republic:
After two months of social distancing efforts and mandated quarantine, the Dominican Republic has decided to extend the state of emergency and curfew (5 pm – 6 am) until May 17, 2020 for the safety of its residents and guests.
You may have heard rumors or reports that the country is reopening some small businesses, however please note that Minister of Finance, Juan Ariel Jimenez, publicly announced Monday that the government does not have a specified date for reopening the Dominican Republic’s economy.
We are pleased to share that major U.S. airlines have announced dates for resuming flights to the Dominican Republic!
- JetBlue will resume flights from New York to Santo Domingo May 29th and from New York to Santiago on June 8th.
- American Airlines will schedule flights from New York to Santo Domingo and Santiago beginning June 2nd.
- Delta Airlines will also resume flights between New York to Santo Domingo June 2nd, with United Airlines following suit slightly earlier on May 30th, and flying from New York to Santiago on June 4th.
We understand that many of you may prefer to avoid commercial airlines at this time. Dominican Republic airports are receiving private planes as well.
The Santo Domingo Airport (airport code: SDQ) is located relatively close to major tourist destinations, such as:
* Casa de Campo Resort: 63 miles (102 km), approx. driving time is 1h 15min
* Punta Cana: 104 miles (168 km), approx. driving time is 1h 50min
Please notes that driving times may vary due to weather conditions and traffic.
You can rent private villas if you’re looking for a change of scenery during quarantine or simply want to escape coronavirus hotspots. Spend a few weeks or months in the Caribbean with special low rates for longer stays. This is the perfect time to save money and hunker down somewhere beautiful!
- Casa de Campo Resort Deals: Members Only Villa
Villa Cacique 22 features 7 bedrooms, a pool, golf & ocean view
Starting at $ 20.000 USD/mo + expenses - Punta Cana Resort & Club Deals: Members Only
Villa Blanca (6BR) with pool, Jacuzzi, golf view and walking distance to beach
Price US$ 9000/month + expenses or US$ 6000/month for min. 2 months + expenses
Our private villas located in Punta Cana, Cap Cana & Casa de Campo Resort feature flexible policies that allow you to enjoy your adult vacation. We offer discounts the longer you stay!
All cleaning and disinfectant protocols at our villas have been heightened due to COVID-19 to ensure the highest hygiene practices.We thoroughly deep clean before any guests arrive and wipe down all surfaces frequently and and after all stays. Our staff members are required to wear face masks, protective equipment and practice social distancing when interacting with anyone in our resorts.
The following Punta Cana resorts are closed due to COVID-19: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, Sanctuary Cap Cana, and Barcelo Bavaro Grand Resort. They will reopen June 1 or July 1 as of today.
The 2020 PGA TOUR Corales Puntacana Resort & Club Championship golf tournament is postponed to September 21-27, 2020. The tournament will not be a world golf championship and will serve as a regular PGA Tour event awarding 500 FedExCup points to the winner with an expanded field size of 144 players, taking place opposite the Ryder Cup.
According to local news, there are currently over 8,400 positive Coronavirus cases in the country, or about 0.078156% of the population of 10.85 million (2020). Keep in mind that these numbers are constantly changing.
Most Covid-19 cases are in the National District, and areas that encompass the capital, Santo Domingo, and Santiago. The virus is not found in considerable numbers in tourist destinations such as Punta Cana and La Romana.
European Collection First Arrival Scheduled: July/August
We will be welcoming Vika, Valeria, Anna & Carolina, Please log into Platinum level member area to view pictures, videos and schedule a reservation with your preferred European Companion.
As updates are announced we will continue to keep you posted and cannot wait to welcoming you back to the Dominican Republic! We hope you’ll keep us in mind when you start planning your sex vacation and/or golf vacation to the Dominican Republic. Kindly check out our European Companions if you are a Platinum level member, and feel free to reach out to us and let us assist you in any way that we can. We look forward to your next visit!