5 Mayan ruins to visit in North and Central America Craving a trip that’s equal part adventure and elegant escape? Does your idea of a vacation also include a bit of history and a lot of culture? Then, these Mayan ruins are perfect for an unforgettable experience. Reading history and viewing pictures is one thing, but seeing them for yourself is way more fun, especially when you get to soak it all in with lush views and zero stress. Central America is basically a VIP section of ancient history, and the Mayans aren’t just archeological sites—they’re spellbinding, soul-stirring, and seriously photogenic. Jaw-dropping cities hidden in jungles, towering temples peeking through the jungle canopy, ghost legends and ancient observatories, these 5 Mayan ruins in North and Central America are definitely worth a visit. Tulum, Mexico Perched dramatically over a cliffside, it’s the only Mayan city built on a coast. It is home to El Castillo, the tallest [...]

Punta Cana Airport prepares for record winter arrivals Tourism entrepreneur Frank Rainieri highlighted the strong performance of the Dominican Republic’s tourism sector, noting a significant increase in flight arrivals during the winter season. Speaking at the UN Tourism International Conference on Tourism Cooperation, Rainieri emphasized that Punta Cana Airport is on track to set a record for arrivals in 2025. To accommodate the growth, five additional emergency positions are being constructed to ensure smooth airport operations by year-end. Rainieri stressed that the country’s tourism growth is now reaching levels where aiming for 10% annual increases is no longer realistic. Instead, the focus is on sustaining growth while enhancing the quality of services. He noted that the rise in high-quality hotel developments will boost revenue, strengthen the economy, and continue attracting international tourists. “Maintaining the flow of dollars into the country is crucial,” Rainieri said. “It’s not just about growth percentages, but [...]

Royalton creates collection for independent luxury resorts Royalton Hotels & Resorts has created the Royalton Reserve Collection, a portfolio of independent luxury resorts. The first member is the Paraiso de la Bonita, a Luxury Collection Resort on Mexico's Riviera Maya. The property will now operate as Paraiso de la Bonita, a Luxury Collection Resort, Riviera Maya, Adult All-Inclusive, Member of Royalton Reserve Collection. Royalton envisions that the collection's resorts will "embody authenticity, creativity and a commitment to reimagining the art of luxury all-inclusive hospitality." As part of the Paraiso de la Bonita's transition into the Royalton Reserve Collection, the adults-only all-inclusive will introduce Royalton's signature Diamond Club suite category, which features butler service and other amenities. Some existing suites will join this category. On Dec. 15, the resort will open its Chairman Building, a Diamond Club-exclusive venue with a private beach area, pool and bar areas and restaurants, and a cooking [...]

Dominican Republic reports 4.6 % growth in air tourism Tourism Minister David Collado announced that the Dominican Republic welcomed 8,592,694 visitors between January and September 2025, marking a new milestone for the tourism sector and reaffirming its vital role in the national economy. According to Collado, 6.57 million tourists arrived by air and 2 million by cruise, representing a 48% increase over 2019, 13% over 2023, and 2.6% over 2024. He celebrated the achievement as “another record” for the country’s tourism industry. In September alone, 490,431 tourists arrived by air and 97,700 by sea. The United States remained the leading source market (38%), followed by Colombia (10%), Canada (8%), and Argentina (7%). Punta Cana Airport received 59% of arrivals, followed by Las Américas (25%) and Cibao (12%). Source: Dominican Today