Punta Cana combines family events, sustainable tourism and an autumn season with good booking availability this week.
What's making news this week
Evergo Fest takes place October 16–17 at Evergo Connect in Bávaro, with electric vehicles, food, music and activities for the whole family. In addition, three Puntacana Resort hotels were certified with the international Green Key label for 2025–2026, one of the best-known sustainable-tourism recognitions. And since September and October tend to have good availability, it's a smart time to quote all-inclusive packages.
Must-do activities
- Manatí Park — a Bávaro park with animal shows and tours in a tropical setting.
- Cabeza de Toro Beach — a quieter beach north of Bávaro, with clear water and gentle waves.
- Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone — a day trip to the oldest city in the Americas, with cobblestone streets and museums.
- Cap Cana Marina — a stroll along the marina with restaurants and shops beside the yachts.
- Evergo Fest — a family fair of electric mobility, food and music on October 16–17.
Best spots to visit
For a day away from the resort, Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone offers history, architecture and local food: it's a long excursion but a different one from the beaches, and well worth doing at least once.
Where to stay: the top-rated hotels
- Majestic Colonial Punta Cana — all-inclusive with colonial-style design and a wide beach.
- Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana — built for families with kids, with a water park and activities.
- Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa — adults-only, with a party vibe and lively nightlife.
- Riu Palace Bávaro — all-inclusive with a wide beach and high-level service.
- Sanctuary Cap Cana — adults-only luxury in Cap Cana, with personalized attention.
Where to eat
For a casual, relaxed meal, Mamajuana Café and Hemingway Café are well-known spots in the area; and if you prefer fresh fish by the sea, there are simple restaurants along the beaches of Bávaro and Cabeza de Toro.