The New Caribbean

It is called "The New Caribbean": On the easternmost coast of The Dominican Republic lies the fastest growing resort area in the entire Caribbean, Punta Cana. Counting beachfront in miles, Punta Cana is a nature's paradise unspoiled with beautiful white sugary beaches surrounded by dense palm groves. Main Attractions: Beaches. Cap Cana, Roco Ki, Punta Perla, Ambar Resorts, Cocotal Golf & Country Club, White Sands Golf Course, Cabeza de Toro, Bavaro, El Cortecito, Arena Gorda, Macao and Uvero Alto. The beach is the No. 1 attraction in the East Coast area, stretching amazing 20 miles. Real Estate is booming, as thousands of Americans and Europeans are also discovering that the East coast of the Dominican Republic is the best place to buy their second or third home. A virtual "unknown" until the late 80's, the area has fast become one of the most desirable places to live - and vacation - in the Caribbean .

The options are endless: condos, luxury homes, apartments for rent or purchase, beach-front properties, vacant land, and more. Punta Cana offers 30.000 hotel rooms and more than 30 five-star hotels with 20.000 rooms under construction. World class golf courses, commercial centres, new highways and International airport.

Many new investors from all over the world have already discovered the advantages and opportunities that lie here and are assuring a constant growth over the next 7 years to make this the best destination in the entire Caribbean and Latin America. Thanks to its strategic location - with easy access to the rest of the continent -, natural beauty, developed infrastructure and education, the Dominican Republic offers unique potential for investment. The current government's initiatives have set the way for the country's economic stability, growth and sustainable development. More than 3 million visitors came to the Dominican Republic last year and the number is expect to rise significantly in the next few years. Strategic location, political and econimic stability make the Dominican Republic one of the key destinations for investing in real estate and tourism.

Hard Rock and Palace Resorts "Change the Rules" with the Biggest and Most Spectacular Resort in the Dominican Republic

Hard Rock International and Palace Resorts today announced an agreement to bring the world's first "ultimate all-inclusive" Hard Rock Hotel & Casino to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Slated to be re-branded in Spring 2010, the 1800-room Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana will combine the distinctive atmosphere and unparalleled guest experience of the Hard Rock brand together with the five-star Moon Palace Resort all-inclusive experience.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana's expansive 121-acre property rests on Macao Beach, one of the most beautiful, palm tree-lined beaches in the Caribbean that overlooks perfectly clear blue waters on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic. The property will combine Hard Rock's signature "Rock Star" suites with Moon Palace Resort's signature all-inclusive luxury accommodations, including double Jacuzzis and double showers. The property will also feature an extensive collection of Hard Rock's authentic music memorabilia, highlighting both international and local artists, as well as incorporating diverse music genres throughout.

"We're eager to bring the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino brand to the Dominican Republic, and we look forward to establishing this property as a premier vacation and gaming destination in the Caribbean," said Hamish Dodds, president and CEO, Hard Rock International. "Our collaboration with Palace Resorts and their track record of creating the best all-inclusive resorts in the Americas, we are confident this project will be a success."

"We are very excited to develop the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana," adds Roberto Chapur, President of Palace Resorts, owners of Moon Palace. "Hard Rock has brought excitement to many destinations throughout the world and we are thrilled that the brand has chosen the Dominican Republic for its next project. We look forward to working with Hard Rock to create the most exciting hotel and casino concept in the Caribbean."
"Punta Cana is a world-class location and one of the Caribbean's top travel destinations, and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana is a perfect complement to the region," said Dominican Republic Minister of Tourism Francisco Javier Garcia. "I am confident that Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana will have a significant economic impact on our country's growing tourism."

Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos are ideally situated in destinations with unique character and appeal, and cater to the evolving and distinctive needs of today's savvy traveler, who seeks a reprieve from traditional, predictable properties. Hard Rock properties offer stylish and contemporary design, unparalleled service and the thread that unites them all - music.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana will feature one of the largest casinos in the Caribbean with more than 48,000 square feet of gaming space. The casino plans to offer a high-limit poker room, a VIP lounge and a Race and Sports Book, in addition to 457 slots and 40 tables, where guests can try their hand at traditional Las Vegas-style gaming, including Baccarat, Black Jack, Craps and Roulette.

"As one of the world's most successful gaming operators, we look forward to bringing the excitement of U.S.-style gaming and our industry expertise to the Dominican Republic," said Jim Allen, Chairman, Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment. "Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana will quickly become the premier gaming destination in the Carribean."

The property will be fully equipped to handle the largest events, from full-sized rock 'n' roll performances, to small, intimate occasions. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana will feature more than 65,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, equipped with state-of-the-art technology. For those looking to celebrate a rockin' romance, the hotel will have numerous eye-catching locations throughout the resort, including three floating wedding pavilions.
Guests will be able to enjoy 11 expansive pools, four swim-up bars, a dedicated kids pool and a lazy river. The 15,000 square-foot Body Rock fitness center, the Xtreme Center's rock climbing wall, two tennis courts, mini-golf, billiards, ping pong and various other table games will keep even the most active guests entertained. Hard Rock's smallest guests will also have the benefit of a dedicated Kids Club offering daily activities and childcare services. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana's guests will have access to an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course spread over 155 acres with 7,200 yards of amazing golf.
Retail outlets, including Hard Rock's signature Rock Shop, a 1,200-seat amphitheater and the Caribbean's most expansive spa, will round out the vacation experience. Hard Rock's signature "Rock Spa" is an incredible 60,000 square-foot facility with 48 spa suites, including 11 total indoor and outdoor couples' suites and two Golden VIP Suites, and one of the world's most complete hydrotherapy circuits. Additional services include a Beauty Salon with kids' salon services and a wedding suite.