If you're looking for a picture-perfect Caribbean haven at a lower cost then check out the Dominican Republic where you can live on a monthly budget as low as $1,200.

The Dominican Republic’s Minister of Tourism, David Collado, has allocated US$1 million to the Interuniversity Network for Research on the Management and Treatment of Sargassum. The funding was received by Julio Sánchez Maríñez,

The Dominican Republic and Guyana have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance strategic alliances and international cooperation in defense and security. The agreement was signed by Dominican Defense Minister Lieutenant General Carlos Antonio Fernández Onofre and Brigadier Omar Khan,

A family’s dream vacation turned tragic when a mother and her 8-year-old son died of food poisoning at a Dominican resort, according to a new $10 million lawsuit.

As spiraling violence in Haiti puts healthcare out of reach for most, Haitian mothers are seeking care at hospitals in neighboring Dominican Republic despite government policies there scaling up deportations.

The Dominican Republic military said nearly 2,000 Haitians have been detained for illegally entering the country following operations conducted in several communities last weekend. According to a statement issued by the army,

The German Embassy in the Dominican Republic and the Santo Domingo City Hall jointly unveiled a colorful, life-sized Buddy Bear sculpture on the Malecón, a popular waterfront promenade. This installation serves as a symbol of the enduring friendship between the two nations.

Dated 27 January 2025, a note attributable to US Secretary of State spokesperson Tammy Bruce states: “US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Foreign Minister of the Dominican Republic Roberto Alvarez today to reaffirm the United States’ strong partnership with the Dominican Republic,

Given that we are not fuel producers, our vulnerability to climate change, and the abundance of renewable resources we have, the country has taken measures to promote renewable energy.”

Since going on sale, $130 one-way was the lowest fare the company promised. Arajet’s website on Friday listed a one-way ticket on May 9 from MIA to Santo Domingo for $126 with a return May 16 for $154. Both fares include taxes and fees.

TEHRAN-Ali Bayat’s debut feature film “Green Plum Season” will be screened at the 17th Santo Domingo Global Film Festival, set to be held from January 31 to February 6 in the Dominican Republic.

Dominican airline Arajet will begin U.S. service in April. The carrier will fly from its bases in Santo Domingo and Punta Cana to New York JFK, Miami and San Juan. The first route, connecting Santo Domingo with Miami four-times weekly, will begin April 11.