Casa de Campo Is the Only Luxury Resort in the Caribbean With Its Own American Airlines Flight
You board your American Airlines flight in Miami, knowing that this isn’t just a trip to the Dominican Republic — it’s a direct journey into Casa de Campo’s world. The plane lands not in a busy capital city, but at La Romana International Airport, just minutes from the resort gates. No transfers, no long drives. Within moments of clearing customs, you’re under the shade of palm trees, greeted with cool towels and the hum of golf carts whisking guests toward villas and suites.
It’s a rare luxury in the Caribbean — the only resort with its own dedicated American Airlines service, putting you just two hours and 20 minutes from Miami to a beachfront estate lifestyle.
Your Private Caribbean Playground
Casa de Campo feels less like a resort and more like its own country club by the sea. The setting is vast — 7,000 acres of manicured lawns, private beaches and lush gardens. The air is scented with bougainvillea, the roads are lined with stately palms, and everything is designed to feel spacious, private, and entirely yours.
Stay in an ocean-view suite, a secluded villa with its own pool, or a sprawling estate designed for multigenerational gatherings. Golf carts are your passport to the entire property, from the marina to the beach to the world-class golf courses.
A Golfer’s Paradise
Golf is part of Casa de Campo’s DNA, and the courses here are legendary. Teeth of the Dog, consistently ranked among the best in the world, is undergoing an exciting renovation — promising an even more spectacular experience when it reopens. In the meantime, guests can tee off at the resort’s two other Pete Dye-designed masterpieces: the challenging Dye Fore and the scenic Links course, each offering sweeping Caribbean views and pristine fairways. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a casual golfer, the scale and quality of play here is unmatched in the region.
Altos de Chavón: The Cultural Heart
Just beyond the golf greens and beaches, you’ll find Altos de Chavón — a meticulously crafted, 16th-century-style Mediterranean village perched above the Chavón River. It’s a place where cobblestone streets lead to art galleries, boutiques, and an open-air amphitheater that has hosted everyone from Frank Sinatra to Jennifer Lopez (and one of the best Mexican eateries I’ve ever been to). Wander into the School of Design, affiliated with Parsons in New York, or simply take in the panoramic views of the river valley. It’s a cultural immersion that feels worlds away from a typical resort experience.
A Vast Culinary Landscape
Dining at Casa de Campo is a journey across flavors and continents. There are more than a dozen restaurants, from toes-in-the-sand beach grills to fine dining under candlelight, from the heart of the village at Altos de Chavon to the edge of the water in the marina. Savor fresh seafood at Minitas Beach Club, indulge in Spanish tapas at La Caña, or enjoy authentic Italian at La Piazzetta in Altos de Chavón. I love the marina in particular – it’s a dining hub of its own, where you can pair sushi with yacht views or ceviche. Every meal is curated with the same attention to quality and detail that defines the resort itself.
An Exclusive Gateway to the Caribbean
American Airlines’ Miami–La Romana route runs three times a week right now, timed perfectly for weekend escapes or longer stays. Because La Romana is essentially Casa de Campo’s private airport, your arrival and departure feel as effortless as the rest of your time here. The journey is part of the luxury — designed for guests who value their time as much as their destination.
What It Costs at Casa de Campo
The flights right now are decidedly good value — as low as $298 nonstop roundtrip. For a room at the hotel, rates start at $450 per night in September.
The Only One of Its Kind
In a region filled with luxury resorts, Casa de Campo stands alone. The seamless direct flight into its own airport isn’t just a convenience — it’s a statement. It’s the Caribbean’s most exclusive welcome, leading into a place where privacy, elegance and scale meet in a way you’ll find nowhere else.
Karen Udler is the Deputy Travel Editor of Caribbean Journal. A graduate of Duke University, has been traveling across the Americas for three decades. First an expert on Latin American travel, Karen has been traveling with CJ for more than a decade. She likes to focus on wellness, luxury travel and food.
