New rules for travelling with dogs The updated CDC ( Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ) rules , which took effect in August , require new paperwork and for all dogs entering the U . S . to be older than six months , microchipped and visibly healthy .

Winter Olympics tickets on sale Travel packages to Italy to see the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan and Cortina are now available . Roadtrips offers customisable options .

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While the country is already known for its flavourful dishes , the Ministry of Tourism campaign extends ‘ flavour ’ to apply to the energetic music , lively cities , cascading waterfalls , friendly residents and much more . Launched in August 2024 , it targets visitors from Canada , Europe , Latin America and the United States .

More than 10 million people visited the country for the first time in 2023 , setting a new tourism record . The U . S . was the source of approximately

48 % of its visitors in 2024 , which was an increase of 11 % from the same period in 2023 .

Some of the country ’ s top accommodations includes the five-star Tortuga Bay Hotel in Punta Cana , nestled in a 1,500-acre ecological reserve with 15 luxurious beachfront villas and a Six Senses Spa . On the country ’ s eastern tip is Eden Roc Cap Cana , with a private beach , state-ofthe-art golfing , and the opportunity to book an eco-tourism safari . Further west is Casa de Campo Resort & Villas , where guests can expect ocean-front villas and a 18,000-square-foot spa . For exploring the northern coast , Amanera on the golden Playa Grande is a great option .

Villains at sea with Disney Disney Cruise Line has unveiled plans for ‘ villain-themed ’ spaces aboard the Disney Destiny ship . These include De Vil ’ s — a piano lounge that pays homage to Cruella — and a pub inspired by the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise .

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