Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Playa Juanillo, Higuey
Cap Cana, Punta Cana 33186
Cap Cana, Punta Cana 33186
AffiliationSecrets Resorts & Spas
Opened2007
Guest Rooms175
Kings/Suites/Doubles175 / 175 / NA
Room RatesHigh $600-$8401
Low $335-$4692
Low $335-$4692
High Season (Nov - Apr)
Low Season (Apr - Nov)
Ideal Group Size80
Max Group Size100
Fees/Taxes
Resort FeeIncl.
Room Tax0
Sales Tax0
Largest Meeting Room5,630 ft²
Indoor Meeting Space10,021 ft²
Indoor/Outdoor Meeting Space18,279 ft²
Business: Audiovisual equipment, and wireless Internet access.
Recreation: Five pools, spa, fitness center, tennis, beach, and casino.
Nearby: Punta Espada Golf Course, Cap Cana Marina, Punta Cana Ecological Reserve, Altos de Chavón, Isla Saona (in Parque Nacional del Este), La Romana, and the city of Higuey.
F&B Averages
BreakfastBuffet 0
Cont. 0
Cont. 0
LunchBuffet 0
Plated 0
Plated 0
DinnerBuffet 0
Plated 0
Plated 0
Coffee Break$15
2-Hour Open Bar$30
Onsite Dining/Capacity/Cuisine
Blue Marlin300
Seafood
Casabella300
International Cuisine
David Crockett170
Steak House
Wok80
Asian Cuisine
Punta Cana Airport (PUJ)10 min 5 miles
Las Americas Airport (SDQ)180 min 130 miles
La Romana Airport (LRM)70 min 60 miles
A haven within a haven, the all-suite Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana introduces groups to Cap Cana, a new gated development on the Dominican Republic’s Punta Cana coast. Designed to host the world’s most discriminating visitors, Cap Cana’s first hotel claims a prime spot overlooking the Caribbean Sea and adjoins the first of five planned golf courses: Punta Espada, a Jack Nicklaus Signature course and a memorable stop on the PGA Champions Tours of 2008 and 2009.
Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana’s layout imagines an early colonial village by the sea—complete with Fortress, Tower, and underground tunnels to keep operations from disturbing the guests. Each building has a distinct size and shape and yet matches the others with stone-lined exteriors, trickling fountains, and colorful landscaping. Guests arrive to find a hushed atmosphere, chilled towels, iced water with mint, and a Caribbean breeze wafting through the Mediterranean-style lobby.
A similar atmosphere complements contemporary furnishings in the suites, where guests unwind in up to 5,550 square feet of luxury-laden space. Groups of up to 500 meet and socialize in a state-of-the-art ballroom, conference hall, and six breakout rooms. But they also share access to the beach and five pools, eight restaurants and 11 lounges, and a casino and European-style spa. Cap Cana’s marina and golf course contribute additional attractions, while all of Punta Cana poses endless possibilities for exploration and discovery on the Dominican Republic’s easternmost tip.
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PHILADELPHIA, PA (January 5, 2009) - Secrets Resorts & Spas, the luxury resort brand offering Unlimited-Luxury vacations for adults-only, announces the opening of Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic. The property becomes the award-winning brand's first resort outside of Mexico.
Secrets Sanctuary will be dedicated to providing guests the full Secrets Resorts & Spas experience offering an Unlimited-Luxury package for adults only. In order to allow for a smooth transition, Secrets Sanctuary will honor all existing reservations purchased with an EP status, but will offer these guests the option to upgrade to an Unlimited-Luxury experience. Furthermore, since existing reservations were made without an adults-only policy in place, we will accept existing reservations with children through Easter, Sunday April 4, 2010.
Located on the eastern coast of the Dominican Republic, the 175-suite, five-star luxury resort offers the largest selection of unique suite types of any hotel in Cap Cana. Ranging from 72 Ocean View Junior Suites to the cozy 600 sq. ft. Castle Suite and the grand 5,550 sq. ft. Island Suite situated on its own impressive private island, Secrets Sanctuary will treat every guest to a consummate Unlimited-Luxury vacation experience.
The resort's distinctive Spanish-Colonial design, breathtaking ocean views and majestic beachfront grounds - complete with eye-catching fountains and lush gardens - create the ideal setting for leisure and incentive travelers. Guests will also be treated to all the distinctive attributes they expect from a Secrets Resort & Spa:
* Beautifully appointed rooms and suites offer stunning views of the ocean, shimmering pools or manicured gardens; private balconies; Jacuzzi tubs; plunge pools; and dozens of other luxury conveniences such as amenities by Gilchrist and Soames, in-suite climate control, plasma TV, high-speed internet and more.
* Five international restaurants serving gourmet fare and five comfortable bars and lounges serving premium brand beverages.
* A spectacular array of day and evening activities
* Tee time access at two Jack Nicklaus designed golf courses, Punta Espada and Las Iguanas
* A world-class Spa treating guests to an ocean view Jacuzzi, plunge pool and lavish treatments
* Fitness center complete with cardiovascular and weight-training equipment, as well as free weights
* 24-hour room and concierge services
* Competitive vacation promotions, complimentary destination wedding and honeymoon packages and offers
* Access to the Caleton Beach Club, which features a swimming pool and swim-up bar, expansive palm-studded beach and two additional dining options
* On-site 18,279 square-foot Convention Center with enough space to host large events or small groups
* Nearby excursion sites for golf, shopping, tours
* On-site casino featuring Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Caribbean Poker, Baccarat, slots and electronic games within a unique Caribbean setting
In addition to offering the utmost comfort in luxurious and spacious accommodations, guests have a plethora of activities and scenic wonders just outside their door. Cap Cana is home to what will soon be the largest in-land mega yacht marina in the Caribbean, two Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses and spectacular beaches. The renowned destination features a variety of elegant boutiques and restaurants, tennis and swimming facilities, deep-sea fishing, polo grounds, a casino and more.
Secrets Resorts & Spas currently has three resorts in Mexico's Riviera Maya region and is slated to open additional properties in Mexico and the Caribbean by the end of 2012. New resorts include Secrets St. James and Secrets Wild Orchid in Jamaica in March 2010, Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa opening fall 2010, an additional Secrets Resort & Spa in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic and additional plans to enter the Aruba market in 2012.
About Secrets Resorts & Spas
A member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Unlimited-Luxury Secrets Resorts & Spas offer adults an extra measure of romance and sensuality in beautiful beachfront settings. The award-winning resorts feature elegantly-appointed rooms and suites with 24-hour concierge and room services; multiple gourmet, a la carte restaurants and lounges serving premium beverages; endless day and evening activities in spectacular settings; and more. Information about Secrets Resorts & Spas is available by calling 1-866-GO-SECRETS or visiting www.secretsresorts.com
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Secrets Resorts & Spas, the luxury resort brand offering Unlimited-Luxury vacations for adults-only, announces the opening of Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic. The property becomes the award-winning brand's first resort outside of Mexico.
Secrets Sanctuary will be dedicated to providing guests the full Secrets Resorts & Spas experience offering an Unlimited-Luxury package for adults only. In order to allow for a smooth transition, Secrets Sanctuary will honor all existing reservations purchased with an EP status, but will offer these guests the option to upgrade to an Unlimited-Luxury experience. Furthermore, since existing reservations were made without an adults-only policy in place, we will accept existing reservations with children through Easter, Sunday April 4, 2010.
Located on the eastern coast of the Dominican Republic, the 175-suite, five-star luxury resort offers the largest selection of unique suite types of any hotel in Cap Cana. Ranging from 72 Ocean View Junior Suites to the cozy 600 sq. ft. Castle Suite and the grand 5,550 sq. ft. Island Suite situated on its own impressive private island, Secrets Sanctuary will treat every guest to a consummate Unlimited-Luxury vacation experience.
The resort's distinctive Spanish-Colonial design, breathtaking ocean views and majestic beachfront grounds - complete with eye-catching fountains and lush gardens - create the ideal setting for leisure and incentive travelers. Guests will also be treated to all the distinctive attributes they expect from a Secrets Resort & Spa:
- Beautifully appointed rooms and suites offer stunning views of the ocean, shimmering pools or manicured gardens; private balconies; Jacuzzi tubs; plunge pools; and dozens of other luxury conveniences such as amenities by Gilchrist and Soames, in-suite climate control, plasma TV, high-speed internet and more.
- Five international restaurants serving gourmet fare and five comfortable bars and lounges serving premium brand beverages.
- A spectacular array of day and evening activities
- Tee time access at two Jack Nicklaus designed golf courses, Punta Espada and Las Iguanas
- A world-class Spa treating guests to an ocean view Jacuzzi, plunge pool and lavish treatments
- Fitness center complete with cardiovascular and weight-training equipment, as well as free weights
- 24-hour room and concierge services
- Competitive vacation promotions, complimentary destination wedding and honeymoon packages and offers
- Access to the Caleton Beach Club, which features a swimming pool and swim-up bar, expansive palm-studded beach and two additional dining options
- On-site 18,279 square-foot Convention Center with enough space to host large events or small groups
- Nearby excursion sites for golf, shopping, tours
- On-site casino featuring Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Caribbean Poker, Baccarat, slots and electronic games within a unique Caribbean setting
In addition to offering the utmost comfort in luxurious and spacious accommodations, guests have a plethora of activities and scenic wonders just outside their door. Cap Cana is home to what will soon be the largest in-land mega yacht marina in the Caribbean, two Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses and spectacular beaches. The renowned destination features a variety of elegant boutiques and restaurants, tennis and swimming facilities, deep-sea fishing, polo grounds, a casino and more.
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Representatives of the Dominican business sector and the Ministry of Tourism will attempt to the International French Travel Market, to be held in Paris from September 22-25, 2009. The Dominican Minister of Tourism, Francisco Javier Garcia, and the President of the National Hotels and Restaurants Association of Dominican Republic, Haydee Rainieri, representing the private sector, led a numerous delegation of private and public sector representatives to this important tourism fair. They were joined in Paris by Mercedes Castillo, the director of the Tourism Office of the Dominican Republic in Paris.
In the last few years France has become one of the most important European markets for Dominican tourism. Last year, it occupied the third place in the number of tourists traveling to the Dominican Republic. Some 279,408 tourists, representing eight percent of all international travelers arriving in the country, visited the Dominican Republic.
During the first seven months of this year 168,000 French tourists - representing 23% of all European tourists and 7.6% of all visiting tourists - visited the country. The Dominican delegation organized three important events for the fair. The first event is a full week of Dominican Gastronomy. The event was held at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris from September 16-18. The other two events are a workshop at the Eiffel Tower, plus a 200 square meter exhibit at the International
French Travel Market, from September 22-25.
The Eiffel Tower event will take place on September 21. Participants will also include Sanctuary Cap Cana Hotel, Viva Wyndham Resort, Occidental Hotels and Resort, Connect Travel Services, Casa de Campo, El Caballo Tours, Ect Events and Meeting, Meli Caribe Tropical, Colonial Tours and Travel, Hotel Beds, Majestic and Turmaya. The Mercedes Castillo event is co-sponsored by Air France.
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The Tourism Ministry announced that it will begin construction of the Maria Montez Coastal Park, an area that will connect the southwestern city of Barahona with the surrounding pristine mountains. The project will also include a cargo and cruise ship port. The Coastal Park is named after the famous Dominican actress, a hometown girl who gained fame and popularity in Hollywood in the 1940s as an exotic beauty. Maria Montez starred in a series of adventure films in Hollywood.
This coastal city also named its international airport after the famous actress. The airport has a 2.565 square-meter terminal and a three thousand meters long and 45 meters wide runway, with full capacity to handle wide-body aircraft.
The Dominican government recently decided to offer a one-year tax exemption to all international airlines that decide to use the Maria Montez International Airport. Furthermore, the Tourism Ministry invested $13.8 million repairing access roads to the Bavaro region, one of the country's most
important tourism regions situated in the country's southeast corner.
The Bavaro-Punta Cana region offers thirty thousand rooms and receives an average of 1.8 million tourists annually. As of August of this year, this number had reached 1.4 million tourists.
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British Airways will begin flights to Punta Cana's International Airport,in the eastern portion of the Dominican Republic, starting Monday October 26.The British airliner will run two regular weekly flights to the Dominican Republic on Thursdays and Saturdays, and could increase to three during the winter months,upon demand.
Flights will leave from Gatwick (LGW),London, to Punta Cana (PUJ), with a stopover on the island of Antigua (ANV). The route back to London will be the same. The flight is scheduled to arrive at Punta Cana at 18.55, and depart at 20:25. The airliner will use a Boeing B-777-200-ER (Extended Range) aircraft, featuring three cabins: Club World (First), World Traveler Plus (Business) and World Traveler Embodiment (Economy). The Boeing B-777 is the world's largest twin-engine aircraft. It is popularly known as the "Triple Seven". It is equipped to carry from 301 to 368 passengers.
In the past five years (2004-2008) almost a million tourists from England have visited the Dominican Republic by air. Of these, 323,683 visited Punta Cana which, in the last three years, has seen a growing number of tourists from this particular market. In 2006, 31% (64,606) of all tourists traveling
to the Dominican Republic originated in England. In 2007 that number registered at 11% in 2007 (71,717) and 12% in 2008 for a total of 80,635. The most popular destination in the Dominican Tourism market is Puerto Plata, which in recent years has received over one-hundred thousand visitors annually. In the period from January to August 2009, Dominican airports received 126,000
tourists from England. In 2004, that number registered at 196,000, while in 2005 that number jumped to 215,000. Another 237,000 visited in 2006, 217,000 in 2007 and 206,000 in 2008.
In 2007, Punta Cana International Airport received a total of 1.7 million tourists. In 2008 that number reached 1.8 million. For 2009, projections indicate that some two million tourists will visit the country using this airport facility.
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Punta Espada Golf Course is just the first of 3 signature Jack Nicklaus golf courses to grace Cap Cana. Opened in November 2006 this first course was recently recognized by Golf Digest in its "100 Best Courses outside the United States" Rankings. With 8 holes along the sea and 18 holes overlooking it.
PRINTABLESecrets Sanctuary Cap Cana’s layout imagines an early colonial village by the sea—complete with Fortress, Tower, and underground tunnels to keep operations from disturbing the guests. Each building has a distinct size and shape and yet matches the others with stone-lined exteriors, trickling fountains, and colorful landscaping. Guests arrive to find a hushed atmosphere, chilled towels, iced water with mint, and a Caribbean breeze wafting through the Mediterranean-style lobby.
A similar atmosphere complements contemporary furnishings in the suites, where guests unwind in up to 5,550 square feet of luxury-laden space. Groups of up to 500 meet and socialize in a state-of-the-art ballroom, conference hall, and six breakout rooms. But they also share access to the beach and five pools, eight restaurants and 11 lounges, and a casino and European-style spa. Cap Cana’s marina and golf course contribute additional attractions, while all of Punta Cana poses endless possibilities for exploration and discovery on the Dominican Republic’s easternmost tip.
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Average Rating: 9.83
We went there knowing that this resort was still under construction so we were expecting it to have room for growth. We have stayed in other resorts that has been in operation for years and they still need to work on certain issues. With this all in mind, our overall experience was wonderful.
We found that the staff there was very accommodating to our needs. They were also very friendly from the top management down to the grounds keepers. Carlos and AnaBelle are just two front guest staff that made us always feel welcome, they also made sure that if we left \"The Sanctuary\" that all our needs were taken care before we left.
We found that the food was always fresh and very tasty. Our breakfast was something that we looked forward to each morning because of the quantity and quality of the food and service. The Blue Marlin Restaurant had excellent fresh fish, beautiful scenery and a great wait staff.
Our room had a large living room with an ocean view, a bathroom that was large with a relaxing atmosphere, the bedroom was very roomy with a king size bed and an ocean view that was just BEAUTIFUL. The beach was right out off our deck, so romantic.
We left the resort to go and play one of the most scenic golf courses that we have ever seen. Every hole had an ocean view that was so stunning. Even if you don't play golf, you need to go and have a look around. This is where the Senior PGA Golf Tournament has been played for the last couple of years. Watching the tournament is what sold us on going there and staying at The Sanctuary and we are glad we did. We are hoping to go back before the end of the year to stay at The Sanctuary again.
We found that the staff there was very accommodating to our needs. They were also very friendly from the top management down to the grounds keepers. Carlos and AnaBelle are just two front guest staff that made us always feel welcome, they also made sure that if we left \"The Sanctuary\" that all our needs were taken care before we left.
We found that the food was always fresh and very tasty. Our breakfast was something that we looked forward to each morning because of the quantity and quality of the food and service. The Blue Marlin Restaurant had excellent fresh fish, beautiful scenery and a great wait staff.
Our room had a large living room with an ocean view, a bathroom that was large with a relaxing atmosphere, the bedroom was very roomy with a king size bed and an ocean view that was just BEAUTIFUL. The beach was right out off our deck, so romantic.
We left the resort to go and play one of the most scenic golf courses that we have ever seen. Every hole had an ocean view that was so stunning. Even if you don't play golf, you need to go and have a look around. This is where the Senior PGA Golf Tournament has been played for the last couple of years. Watching the tournament is what sold us on going there and staying at The Sanctuary and we are glad we did. We are hoping to go back before the end of the year to stay at The Sanctuary again.
Camey Hayes
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Alexandria, Virginia
July 6, 2009
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Alexandria, Virginia
July 6, 2009
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Reserve your group with a minimum of 10 rooms per night at Secrets Resorts & Spas for an unforgettable bonus-packed group or incentive getaway.
Receive these exclusive extras:
• One complimentary room for every 15 rooms paid daily based on double occupancy
• 20% off all spa treatments, wine bottles and internet access for all attendees. (Not combinable with use of resort coupons)
• 50% discounted rate for staff rooms per every 25 rooms blocked.
• Complimentary internet access in all staff rooms.
• No charge for meeting rooms
• Group rate available for 3 days pre/post group dates for early arrivals and extended stays
• 50% discount on set up fees
• Free VIP upgrade to ocean view for every 15 rooms
• Bottle of wine upon arrival and daily amenities for VIP rooms
• Meeting organizers/planners will receive a $250 meeting credit valid for future meetings held at resorts within the brand
• Hospitality desk equipped with phone, complimentary internet access and an easel
• One complimentary 3-night certificate, at the Secrets Resorts & Spas of the winners choice, will be raffled off at the closing event for every 50 rooms blocked
• Private check-in and check-out
• Group pre-registration
• Services of a Group coordinator
Groups Promotion - Terms & Conditions
The Groups Promotion is valid on all new bookings at all Secrets Resorts & Spas locations for groups with a minimum of 10 rooms per night over the duration of the group's stay for meeting from November 1, 2009 thru December 23, 2010.
$250 credit can be used towards a group booking at the same resort or any resort within the same brand during the validity period. Credits cannot be combined and are to be used against services provided by the hotel.
Blackout dates and restrictions may apply. This entire offer is based on availability and can be modified at any point. This promotion is not combinable with other group promotions.
Free Credits. Free Guest Coupons. Free Upgrades. Free Meeting Rooms. Free from Stress.
Reserve your group with a minimum of 10 rooms per night at Secrets Resorts & Spas for an unforgettable bonus-packed group or incentive getaway.
Receive these exclusive extras:
• One complimentary room for every 15 rooms paid daily based on double occupancy
• 20% off all spa treatments, wine bottles and internet access for all attendees. (Not combinable with use of resort coupons)
• 50% discounted rate for staff rooms per every 25 rooms blocked.
• Complimentary internet access in all staff rooms.
• No charge for meeting rooms
• Group rate available for 3 days pre/post group dates for early arrivals and extended stays
• 50% discount on set up fees
• Free VIP upgrade to ocean view for every 15 rooms
• Bottle of wine upon arrival and daily amenities for VIP rooms
• Meeting organizers/planners will receive a $250 meeting credit valid for future meetings held at resorts within the brand
• Hospitality desk equipped with phone, complimentary internet access and an easel
• One complimentary 3-night certificate, at the Secrets Resorts & Spas of the winners choice, will be raffled off at the closing event for every 50 rooms blocked
• Private check-in and check-out
• Group pre-registration
• Services of a Group coordinator
Groups Promotion - Terms & Conditions
The Groups Promotion is valid on all new bookings at all Secrets Resorts & Spas locations for groups with a minimum of 10 rooms per night over the duration of the group's stay for meeting from November 1, 2009 thru December 23, 2010.
$250 credit can be used towards a group booking at the same resort or any resort within the same brand during the validity period. Credits cannot be combined and are to be used against services provided by the hotel.
Blackout dates and restrictions may apply. This entire offer is based on availability and can be modified at any point. This promotion is not combinable with other group promotions.
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Hot Dates
| Start | End | Rooms | Rate |
| 8/28/10 | 10/29/10 | 72 | $184.00 p/p/n |
| 10/30/10 | 12/23/10 | 72 | $202.00 p/p/n |
| 1/02/11 | 1/25/11 | 72 | 378.00 p/p/n |
| 1/25/11 | 4/02/11 | 72 | $328.00 |
| 4/03/11 | 8/27/11 | 72 | $298.00 p/p/n |
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First Secrets Opens In Cap Cana, Dominican Republic
Posted May 10, 2010 by CristinaS
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PHILADELPHIA, PA (January 5, 2009) - Secrets Resorts & Spas, the luxury resort brand offering Unlimited-Luxury vacations for adults-only, announces the opening of Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic. The property becomes the award-winning brand's first resort outside of Mexico.Secrets Sanctuary will be dedicated to providing guests the full Secrets Resorts & Spas experience offering an Unlimited-Luxury package for adults only. In order to allow for a smooth transition, Secrets Sanctuary will honor all existing reservations purchased with an EP status, but will offer these guests the option to upgrade to an Unlimited-Luxury experience. Furthermore, since existing reservations were made without an adults-only policy in place, we will accept existing reservations with children through Easter, Sunday April 4, 2010.
Located on the eastern coast of the Dominican Republic, the 175-suite, five-star luxury resort offers the largest selection of unique suite types of any hotel in Cap Cana. Ranging from 72 Ocean View Junior Suites to the cozy 600 sq. ft. Castle Suite and the grand 5,550 sq. ft. Island Suite situated on its own impressive private island, Secrets Sanctuary will treat every guest to a consummate Unlimited-Luxury vacation experience.
The resort's distinctive Spanish-Colonial design, breathtaking ocean views and majestic beachfront grounds - complete with eye-catching fountains and lush gardens - create the ideal setting for leisure and incentive travelers. Guests will also be treated to all the distinctive attributes they expect from a Secrets Resort & Spa:
* Beautifully appointed rooms and suites offer stunning views of the ocean, shimmering pools or manicured gardens; private balconies; Jacuzzi tubs; plunge pools; and dozens of other luxury conveniences such as amenities by Gilchrist and Soames, in-suite climate control, plasma TV, high-speed internet and more.
* Five international restaurants serving gourmet fare and five comfortable bars and lounges serving premium brand beverages.
* A spectacular array of day and evening activities
* Tee time access at two Jack Nicklaus designed golf courses, Punta Espada and Las Iguanas
* A world-class Spa treating guests to an ocean view Jacuzzi, plunge pool and lavish treatments
* Fitness center complete with cardiovascular and weight-training equipment, as well as free weights
* 24-hour room and concierge services
* Competitive vacation promotions, complimentary destination wedding and honeymoon packages and offers
* Access to the Caleton Beach Club, which features a swimming pool and swim-up bar, expansive palm-studded beach and two additional dining options
* On-site 18,279 square-foot Convention Center with enough space to host large events or small groups
* Nearby excursion sites for golf, shopping, tours
* On-site casino featuring Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Caribbean Poker, Baccarat, slots and electronic games within a unique Caribbean setting
In addition to offering the utmost comfort in luxurious and spacious accommodations, guests have a plethora of activities and scenic wonders just outside their door. Cap Cana is home to what will soon be the largest in-land mega yacht marina in the Caribbean, two Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses and spectacular beaches. The renowned destination features a variety of elegant boutiques and restaurants, tennis and swimming facilities, deep-sea fishing, polo grounds, a casino and more.
Secrets Resorts & Spas currently has three resorts in Mexico's Riviera Maya region and is slated to open additional properties in Mexico and the Caribbean by the end of 2012. New resorts include Secrets St. James and Secrets Wild Orchid in Jamaica in March 2010, Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa opening fall 2010, an additional Secrets Resort & Spa in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic and additional plans to enter the Aruba market in 2012.
About Secrets Resorts & Spas
A member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Unlimited-Luxury Secrets Resorts & Spas offer adults an extra measure of romance and sensuality in beautiful beachfront settings. The award-winning resorts feature elegantly-appointed rooms and suites with 24-hour concierge and room services; multiple gourmet, a la carte restaurants and lounges serving premium beverages; endless day and evening activities in spectacular settings; and more. Information about Secrets Resorts & Spas is available by calling 1-866-GO-SECRETS or visiting www.secretsresorts.com
First Secrets Opens In Cap Cana
Posted Jan 19, 2010 by CristinaS
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Secrets Resorts & Spas, the luxury resort brand offering Unlimited-Luxury vacations for adults-only, announces the opening of Secrets Sanctuary Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic. The property becomes the award-winning brand's first resort outside of Mexico.Secrets Sanctuary will be dedicated to providing guests the full Secrets Resorts & Spas experience offering an Unlimited-Luxury package for adults only. In order to allow for a smooth transition, Secrets Sanctuary will honor all existing reservations purchased with an EP status, but will offer these guests the option to upgrade to an Unlimited-Luxury experience. Furthermore, since existing reservations were made without an adults-only policy in place, we will accept existing reservations with children through Easter, Sunday April 4, 2010.
Located on the eastern coast of the Dominican Republic, the 175-suite, five-star luxury resort offers the largest selection of unique suite types of any hotel in Cap Cana. Ranging from 72 Ocean View Junior Suites to the cozy 600 sq. ft. Castle Suite and the grand 5,550 sq. ft. Island Suite situated on its own impressive private island, Secrets Sanctuary will treat every guest to a consummate Unlimited-Luxury vacation experience.
The resort's distinctive Spanish-Colonial design, breathtaking ocean views and majestic beachfront grounds - complete with eye-catching fountains and lush gardens - create the ideal setting for leisure and incentive travelers. Guests will also be treated to all the distinctive attributes they expect from a Secrets Resort & Spa:
- Beautifully appointed rooms and suites offer stunning views of the ocean, shimmering pools or manicured gardens; private balconies; Jacuzzi tubs; plunge pools; and dozens of other luxury conveniences such as amenities by Gilchrist and Soames, in-suite climate control, plasma TV, high-speed internet and more.
- Five international restaurants serving gourmet fare and five comfortable bars and lounges serving premium brand beverages.
- A spectacular array of day and evening activities
- Tee time access at two Jack Nicklaus designed golf courses, Punta Espada and Las Iguanas
- A world-class Spa treating guests to an ocean view Jacuzzi, plunge pool and lavish treatments
- Fitness center complete with cardiovascular and weight-training equipment, as well as free weights
- 24-hour room and concierge services
- Competitive vacation promotions, complimentary destination wedding and honeymoon packages and offers
- Access to the Caleton Beach Club, which features a swimming pool and swim-up bar, expansive palm-studded beach and two additional dining options
- On-site 18,279 square-foot Convention Center with enough space to host large events or small groups
- Nearby excursion sites for golf, shopping, tours
- On-site casino featuring Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Caribbean Poker, Baccarat, slots and electronic games within a unique Caribbean setting
In addition to offering the utmost comfort in luxurious and spacious accommodations, guests have a plethora of activities and scenic wonders just outside their door. Cap Cana is home to what will soon be the largest in-land mega yacht marina in the Caribbean, two Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses and spectacular beaches. The renowned destination features a variety of elegant boutiques and restaurants, tennis and swimming facilities, deep-sea fishing, polo grounds, a casino and more.
Dominican Republic on Exhibit in Paris
Posted Oct 27, 2009 by OlgaM
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Representatives of the Dominican business sector and the Ministry of Tourism will attempt to the International French Travel Market, to be held in Paris from September 22-25, 2009. The Dominican Minister of Tourism, Francisco Javier Garcia, and the President of the National Hotels and Restaurants Association of Dominican Republic, Haydee Rainieri, representing the private sector, led a numerous delegation of private and public sector representatives to this important tourism fair. They were joined in Paris by Mercedes Castillo, the director of the Tourism Office of the Dominican Republic in Paris.In the last few years France has become one of the most important European markets for Dominican tourism. Last year, it occupied the third place in the number of tourists traveling to the Dominican Republic. Some 279,408 tourists, representing eight percent of all international travelers arriving in the country, visited the Dominican Republic.
During the first seven months of this year 168,000 French tourists - representing 23% of all European tourists and 7.6% of all visiting tourists - visited the country. The Dominican delegation organized three important events for the fair. The first event is a full week of Dominican Gastronomy. The event was held at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris from September 16-18. The other two events are a workshop at the Eiffel Tower, plus a 200 square meter exhibit at the International
French Travel Market, from September 22-25.
The Eiffel Tower event will take place on September 21. Participants will also include Sanctuary Cap Cana Hotel, Viva Wyndham Resort, Occidental Hotels and Resort, Connect Travel Services, Casa de Campo, El Caballo Tours, Ect Events and Meeting, Meli Caribe Tropical, Colonial Tours and Travel, Hotel Beds, Majestic and Turmaya. The Mercedes Castillo event is co-sponsored by Air France.
Dominican Goverment to Build Tourist Attractions
Posted Oct 27, 2009 by OlgaM
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The Tourism Ministry announced that it will begin construction of the Maria Montez Coastal Park, an area that will connect the southwestern city of Barahona with the surrounding pristine mountains. The project will also include a cargo and cruise ship port. The Coastal Park is named after the famous Dominican actress, a hometown girl who gained fame and popularity in Hollywood in the 1940s as an exotic beauty. Maria Montez starred in a series of adventure films in Hollywood.This coastal city also named its international airport after the famous actress. The airport has a 2.565 square-meter terminal and a three thousand meters long and 45 meters wide runway, with full capacity to handle wide-body aircraft.
The Dominican government recently decided to offer a one-year tax exemption to all international airlines that decide to use the Maria Montez International Airport. Furthermore, the Tourism Ministry invested $13.8 million repairing access roads to the Bavaro region, one of the country's most
important tourism regions situated in the country's southeast corner.
The Bavaro-Punta Cana region offers thirty thousand rooms and receives an average of 1.8 million tourists annually. As of August of this year, this number had reached 1.4 million tourists.
British Airways to Begin Regular Flights to Punta Cana
Posted Oct 27, 2009 by OlgaM
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British Airways will begin flights to Punta Cana's International Airport,in the eastern portion of the Dominican Republic, starting Monday October 26.The British airliner will run two regular weekly flights to the Dominican Republic on Thursdays and Saturdays, and could increase to three during the winter months,upon demand.Flights will leave from Gatwick (LGW),London, to Punta Cana (PUJ), with a stopover on the island of Antigua (ANV). The route back to London will be the same. The flight is scheduled to arrive at Punta Cana at 18.55, and depart at 20:25. The airliner will use a Boeing B-777-200-ER (Extended Range) aircraft, featuring three cabins: Club World (First), World Traveler Plus (Business) and World Traveler Embodiment (Economy). The Boeing B-777 is the world's largest twin-engine aircraft. It is popularly known as the "Triple Seven". It is equipped to carry from 301 to 368 passengers.
In the past five years (2004-2008) almost a million tourists from England have visited the Dominican Republic by air. Of these, 323,683 visited Punta Cana which, in the last three years, has seen a growing number of tourists from this particular market. In 2006, 31% (64,606) of all tourists traveling
to the Dominican Republic originated in England. In 2007 that number registered at 11% in 2007 (71,717) and 12% in 2008 for a total of 80,635. The most popular destination in the Dominican Tourism market is Puerto Plata, which in recent years has received over one-hundred thousand visitors annually. In the period from January to August 2009, Dominican airports received 126,000
tourists from England. In 2004, that number registered at 196,000, while in 2005 that number jumped to 215,000. Another 237,000 visited in 2006, 217,000 in 2007 and 206,000 in 2008.
In 2007, Punta Cana International Airport received a total of 1.7 million tourists. In 2008 that number reached 1.8 million. For 2009, projections indicate that some two million tourists will visit the country using this airport facility.
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3 Round Punta Espada Golf Getaway
Posted Aug 25, 2009 by Elite News Team
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Punta Espada Golf Course is just the first of 3 signature Jack Nicklaus golf courses to grace Cap Cana. Opened in November 2006 this first course was recently recognized by Golf Digest in its "100 Best Courses outside the United States" Rankings. With 8 holes along the sea and 18 holes overlooking it.
