The Dominican Republic Occupying the eastern portion of the lush island of Hispaniola, the Dominican Republic vacation offers a vibrant travel destination whose endless charms bring the island’s admirers back to vacation time and again. The flawless beaches and sparkling cobalt waters of the Dominican Republic are nature’s gift to visitors on vacation. And whether your vacation includes enjoying the unspoiled beauty of the Dominican Republic from a sailboat, surfboard or horseback, you’ll be enthralled with the beauty of your vacation experience. There’s plenty to explore while on vacation on the charismatic island of the Dominican Republic, where old world flavors and long-standing colonial traditions rest side by side with the contemporary rhythms of the Caribbean. And for the truly inspired, be certain to take in a baseball game - the national passion of Dominican Republic.
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Punta Cana's 20 miles of pearl-white sand beaches merged with sapphire-blue waters creates scenery surpassed by no other. This sparkling gem in the Caribbean not only offers an impeccable ambiance, but also luxurious resorts, fine dining, and a wide variety of activities. Punta Cana features the longest coral reef in the whole island (about 19 miles long). Divers and snorkelers of all experience levels can explore reef caverns and nearby Catalina and Saona Islands. For land lovers, there are challenging golf courses, tennis courts, horseback riding, bicycling, or you can soar high above land and water on a parasailing ride.
Excellence El Carmen
Excellence El Carmen 5 Star Resort Adult-only All-Inclusive Opened September 1 st 2016 At Excellence El Carmen you are secluded but not isolated. This all-adult, all-suite world is situated on a beautiful Caribbean beach in a palm grove on the east coast of the Dominican Republic. Its architecture is in the Contemporary Caribbean style, and twenty pools wind through our grounds. Situated on the east coast of the Dominican Republic, the resort is surrounded by a beautiful palm grove, bordering a Caribbean beach of fine golden sands
Excellence El Carmen All-Inclusive amenities All meals, snacks and 24-hour room service. No reservation required. No reservations need for dining Coffee, tea, soda, bottled water, juice. Domestic beer, cocktails, mixed drinks, house wine by the glass Mini-bar with snacks and full size bottles of liquor Stated activities Internet Calls to the US Additional costs Spa treatments Excursions Wine by the bottle Tipping (not required)
Activities
Excellence El Carmen Included Activities Archery Basketball court Billiards Dart board Fitness center on-site Spanish lessons, dancing lessons, and cooking lessons Board games, A ir rifle shooting Bocce Aerobics & water aerobics Yoga Football on the beach. Horseback riding † (One 30 minute ride per person per stay) Jogging trail Kayaking Stand up paddle board Sailing Snorkeling Squash court Table tennis Tennis court Tennis clinic Volleyball Windsurfing
Excellence El Carmen Included Activities 23 Swimming pool Nine Jacuzzis Fully equipped fitness center Jogging course Gorgeous white sand beach Nightly entertainment and shows
Dining
Excellence El Carmen Dining Agave The ideal place in Punta Cana to sample authentic Mexican food and Tex-Mex favorites like burritos and fajitas--as mild as you like or as spicy as you can handle. The menu is filled with delicacies from the land and sea, grilled, sautéed or marinated. Your choice of romantic indoor seating or outdoors under the moonlight in our hacienda-style courtyard. Tableside mariachi entertainment completes your perfect Mexican evening. Basmati Basmati specializes in the regional dishes of India’s North-West frontier, mixing up tangy herbs, spices and cooking techniques against a dramatic and romantic backdrop. Chez Isabelle Dinner at Chez Isabelle, Excellence El Carmen signature French restaurant, is as alluring as a night in Paris. You’ll feel transported from Punta Cana to the Left Bank as you choose among savory hors d’oeuvres, mouth-watering entrees and desserts that live up to the French culinary heritage. Enjoy indoor or outdoor seating in a plush and romantic atmosphere. Live music nightly enhances the ambiance .
Excellence El Carmen Dining The Grill For lunch, The Grill at Excellence El Carmen serves up an a la carte menu of hearty salads, sandwiches, burgers and wraps in a giant thatch-roof palapa . For alfresco dinner, the sizzle of prime steaks, chicken and shrimp searing on an open flame tips you off that you’re in for an exceptional meal. Flavor Market Try something different for dinner. Small plates deliver big flavor in this cozy gourmet restaurant. Order from an extensive menu of tapas dishes paired with premium wines recommended by our sommelier. The Lobster House Beneath an open-air thatch-roof palapa that bridges the main pool, The Lobster House serves up tasty a la carte dishes for breakfast and lunch. For dinner, the glow of soft lanterns and the reflection of our meandering pool turn the restaurant into a wonderful atmosphere for all things lobster. This is the place in Punta Cana to sample exquisite shellfish dishes prepared to your tastes . (Lobster available seasonally.)
Excellence El Carmen Dining Spice Step into the world of pan-Asian delights with exotic specialties from Japan, China, Vietnam and Thailand. Enjoy a romantic table for two or casual seating at the sushi bar. If you like Japanese iron griddle cooking, cozy Teppanyaki rooms are the place to delight your taste buds and your senses as talented chefs prepare your meal right in front of you. Oregano A popular trattoria-style restaurant serving simple but delicious fare including pizza--from traditional to unpredictable--calzones, pastas and a selection of sweet treats. The Kitchen Table Delight in the fine cuisine of the buffet art.
Excellence El Carmen Dining Sports Bar It’s the place to watch the big game on the big screen. Enjoy full bar service along with a snack menu. Magna Club Restaurant The unique restaurant of the Excellence Club. Enjoy a wondrous meal with your loved one. Las Olas Enjoy the ocean, sun and a bite at Las Olas snack grill. Located on the beach with selection of fast food, salads, wood-oven pizzas and grilled favorites.
Bars
Excellence El Carmen Bars Lobby Bar Piano Bar Disco Bar Sports Bar Coffee House Theatre Cigar Lounge Juice Bar at garden rooms Chill Out Beach Sand Bar Swim Up Bar Main pool Bar Main pool Bar 2 Excellence Club Pool Bar
Suites
Excellence El Carmen Suites All suites include L-Shaped sofa Expansive private balcony or terrace with comfortable lounge furniture Oversize Jacuzzi for two Full bathrooms including a rain shower for two, double vanities equipped with hair dryer, scale, make-up desk, VIP toiletries and wireless phone Bathrobe & slippers for use during your stay Interactive media 46” flat-screen TV Air conditioning with in-room climate control Direct-dial telephone Free wireless Internet Radio / alarm clock Electronic in-room safe (laptop size) Stocked mini bar with beer, juices, soft drinks, water and snacks 24-hour room service Service box for room service Iron and ironing board Pillow menu Turn-down service and hotel stationery Concierge service from 7am through 11pm. Free calls to USA & CAN
Excellence El Carmen Excellence Club From the moment you arrive, you will experience the Excellence Club difference. You’ll be treated to express check-in and check-out service in a private VIP lounge area. The lounge is solely for the use of Club guests and has free Internet access, snack buffets and bar service. Consider it your own private club to use any time. Expect ultra-pampering, ultra-privilege . Private check-in and check-out plus early check-in and late check-out subject to availability. Private concierge service Private lounge area with PCs, Internet access, buffet and bar service Bvlgari VIP toiletries Upgraded room service menu in-room Upgraded in-room premium liquor and wine bottle selection (List available with Club Concierge) Nespresso Machine Sparkling wine upon arrival Fresh flowers upon arrival Daily delivery of fresh fruit and petit fours Private beach area Daily complimentary newspaper Shoeshine service Complimentary beach bag for use during your stay Includes Aqua Wellness Spa Treatment, 1 per person per stay
Beachfront Honeymoon Two-Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool These extra spacious (1800 sq ft ) suites, located right on the beach with impressive ocean front views, feature a separate living room area, an oversize jacuzzi for two, an expansive roof top private terrace with a plunge pool and comfortable lounge furniture.
Honeymoon
Excellence El Carmen Complimentary Honeymoon Package Welcome letter. Basket of fresh fruits in room upon arrival. A bottle of sparkling wine. One special romantic dinner. Rose petals in the room upon arrival. Special turn down service. Champagne breakfast in bed (one per stay). 15% discount on your Photo package. 15% discount on all Spa treatments.
Details
Excellence El Carmen Beachfront Honeymoon 2 Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool April 30 th - May 6 th 6 Nights Round-trip transfers between airport and resort Total for 2 adults: $4,252.49 Deposit: $ 100 Final payment due March 16 th