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Melia Is Launching a New All-Inclusive Brand in Punta Cana

Melia Is Opening a Major New Theme Park in Punta Cana

Melia Hotels International is opening a major new theme park destination in Punta Cana. The company is planning to open what it calls a “world-class theme park” called Katmandu in the fall of 2022, in partnership with Falcon’s Beyond Global. …

The 11 Best Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resorts

The all-inclusive landscape has been changing rapidly in the last few years, most recently with the acquisition of Apple Leisure Group by Hyatt. That move, which sent shockwaves throughout the industry, is part of a growing focus by major travel …

This Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort Is Relaunching

Melia is relaunching its premier resort in the Dominican Republic, Caribbean Journal has learned. On June 15, the company will launch the former Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real as the new Paradisus Grand Cana, according to a statement. The …

This Top Punta Cana All-Inclusive Is Open Again

One of the premier all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana is open again. The Paradisus Palma Real Golf and Spa Resort in the Dominican Republic officially reopened its doors this weekend, Caribbean Journal has learned. “Paradisus is back,” the resort, which …

Melia Launches Free Testing, Insurance in Punta Cana and Mexico

Melia Hotels has launched a free testing program for travelers at its hotels in Mexico and the Dominican Republic. The move helps travelers comply with the new CDC testing requirement for return travel to the United States. Melia will be …

Melia Opening Costa Rica Hotel

By the Caribbean Journal staff Melia is returning to Costa Rica. The Spanish hotel giant has signed a deal to rebrand the Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort as the new Sol Tamarindo. The rebranding will take effect Aug. 1, according …

Melia Opens New All-Inclusive in Cuba

By the Caribbean Journal staff The largest hotel company in Cuba has added another major new all-inclusive to its portfolio: the Melia Internacional in Cuba’s tourism hub of Varadero. It’s a decidedly modern, innovative resort, immediately becoming perhaps the most …

The Easiest All-Inclusive Vacations in the Caribbean

There’s something to be said for easy all-inclusive vacations: a nonstop flight, a reasonable drive from the airport, all-inclusive food and beverage and unlimited sun and sand. But some vacations are even easier than others. Several Caribbean destinations have particular …

Melia Opens a Major New All-Inclusive in Cuba

By the Caribbean Journal staff Cuba has a major new all-inclusive resort on the beach-filled island of Cayo Santa Maria. Melia Hotels International has opened its new Paradisus Los Cayos, the fourth Paradisus-branded hotel in the country. The new-build property …

The Dominican Republic Has a New Luxury All-Inclusive

By the Caribbean Journal staff It just might be the most luxurious all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic — and now it’s officially open. The new $110 million Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real has officially made its debut in …

The 10 Best Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resorts

Punta Cana: it’s the beating heart of the most popular destination in the Caribbean, home to thousands of rooms, spectacular beaches and an unmatched collection of all-inclusive resorts. But navigating the sea of all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana isn’t easy. …

Melia to Open New Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real

By the Caribbean Journal staff Spanish hotel giant Melia is adding another all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic’s tourism hub of Punta Cana, the company announced this week. The new Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real is set to make …

Paradisus Is Expanding in the Mexican Caribbean

By the Caribbean Journal staff A new Paradisus-branded resort is coming to the Mexican Caribbean. The new Paradisus Playa Mujeres is Melia Hotels International’s newest project in the region, with plans to open later this year in the Playa Mujeres …

Paradisus Cancun Completes Renovation Project

Paradisus by Meliá has completed a $2.6 million renovation to the brand’s Royal Service Ocean View Suites and exclusive Royal Service Lounge at Paradisus Cancun in Mexico. The large-scale renovation transformed 135 Royal Service Ocean View Suites to develop an …

The Best Dominican Republic All-Inclusive Resorts

When it comes to all-inclusive resorts, we’ve always said that the Dominican Republic is the regional king — and that’s borne out in the numbers. And while many of the country’s top all-inclusives are focused in Punta Cana, there are so …

The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Punta Cana

While Punta Cana began with its groundbreaking airport and the Puntacana Resort and Club, it’s grown into one of the largest stretches of connected beaches and resorts in the world. Today, greater Punta Cana includes a diverse range of areas …

New GM at Paradisus Cancun

Above: the Paradisus Cancun resort By the Caribbean Journal staff The Paradisus Cancun has named Santiago Rivera its new general manager, the all-inclusive resort announced. Rivera has been with parent company Melia since 1999, working at destination resorts in China, …

New Managing Director for Paradisus Resorts in Punta Cana

Above: the Paradisus Palma Real (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Melia Hotels International has named Conrad Bergwerf the new managing director of Paradisus Resorts Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, the company announced. The role covers both the …