Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico strengthen tourism ties with historic al

Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico strengthen tourism ties with historic alliance

30-03-25

In an effort to consolidate the Caribbean as a more competitive and innovative tourism destination, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico have signed a memorandum of understanding that marks a milestone in regional cooperation. This strategic agreement seeks to promote multi-destination tourism, improve air connectivity and attract investment that will benefit both economies.

The signing ceremony took place at La Fortaleza, the official residence of the Governor of Puerto Rico, Jenniffer González, who received the Minister of Tourism of the Dominican Republic, David Collado. Both leaders highlighted the importance of this collaboration for sustainable economic development and the strengthening of the tourism industry in the region. González emphasised: ‘This agreement reaffirms our commitment to sustainable economic development, the strengthening of our tourism industry and the well-being of our communities.

For his part, Collado described the agreement as ‘historic and transcendental’, underlining its potential to attract tourists from all over the world and generate a significant economic impact in the region. ‘We are betting on the multi-destination. That is why we are here in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on this historic day for regional tourism,’ said the Dominican minister.

The memorandum establishes several key objectives.

Improve air connectivity between the two destinations, facilitating the flow of tourists and strengthening existing routes.
Promote sustainable tourism and the preservation of the Caribbean ecosystem, ensuring that the growth of the sector is environmentally friendly.
Develop combined tourism packages, allowing visitors to enjoy integrated experiences that highlight the best of each island.
Attract new investments in the tourism sector, improving the infrastructure and services offered in both territories.

This agreement, initially announced in January during the International Tourism Fair (Fitur) in Spain, reflects the shared vision of both countries to position themselves as complementary destinations and strategic allies in the international market. The executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, Willianette Robles, expressed her enthusiasm for the alliance, stressing that it represents a development platform that will boost job creation and promote a more sustainable, inclusive and accessible tourism model.

As part of the joint initiatives, a promotional campaign will be launched in May with an investment of two million dollars, contributed in equal parts by both countries. This campaign will seek to attract tourists from key markets, such as the United States and Europe, highlighting the advantages of visiting both destinations in a single trip.

During the signing of the agreement, government representatives, delegations from the Dominican Ministry of Tourism, media and special guests were present. Among them were Puerto Rican artist Tito el Bambino and Dominican television presenter Clarissa Molina, who symbolised the cultural ties that unite the two nations. In addition, folkloric groups from both countries participated in the event, offering artistic displays representative of their rich cultural heritage.

This strategic alliance between the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico not only seeks to boost tourism in the region, but also to serve as a model of collaboration for other Caribbean countries. By working together, both destinations demonstrate that regional cooperation is key to face the challenges of the global market and offer innovative proposals that benefit their economies and communities.

With this step, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico reaffirm their commitment to the tourism and economic development of the Caribbean, consolidating themselves as destinations that, while unique in their identity, complement each other to offer an unparalleled experience to travellers from around the world.

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