Two events to tell the story of Tourism in the Dominican Republic
The Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic brought Santo Domingo tourism to Italy with two recently concluded events. On June 12, 2025, Milan hosted the first stop at Teatro Alcione in Piazza Vetra. The following day, Rome welcomed guests at the Hotel Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria, wrapping up the roadshow dedicated to tourism in Santo Domingo and this Caribbean island. Minister David Collado met with 200 tourism professionals and shared the achievements of the Dominican Republic. A seated dinner (a lunch in Rome) accompanied the presentation of new direct flights, combined packages, and eco-tourism projects, highlighting growing figures. In 2024, arrivals from Italy reached 104,737, marking a 10% increase compared to the previous year. In the first four months of 2025, Italian travelers totaled 41,292, representing 11% of European traffic. These figures confirm the strength of Dominican tourism and justify targeted investments. The Minister also outlined training programs for local guides and the development of new domestic routes. The latest initiatives go beyond postcard-perfect beaches, including the island’s green inland areas, cultural itineraries through the Colonial Zone, and award-winning golf courses. The Ministry presented a range of opportunities and initiatives focused on sports, nature, gastronomy, and music formats to encourage year-round tourism and promote the island across all seasons. Zedcomm managed media relations, accreditations, and interviews. Those who could not attend can find presentations and materials on the official website of Dominican tourism and the Ministry’s social media channels. The press received a kit with itineraries, price lists, and contacts for articles about tourism in Santo Domingo. The two events strengthened ties between Italy and the Dominican Republic and set goals for the development of tourism in the region.