by Donald Wood
Last updated: 12:19 PM ET, Fri August 24, 2018
WHY IT RATES: For travel agents working with clients who love the Dominican Republic, the opening of Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine in November provides another vacation option for adults.-Donald Wood, Breaking News Senior Writer.
Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts - the leading all-inclusive resort chain with properties in the Caribbean, Mexico and Spain - has announced the opening of Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine, the first adults-only hotel under the Grand Bahia Principe brand. Set to welcome guests starting November 1, the 498-suite property will combine tranquility and tropical fun at Bavaro Beach, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
"At Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts, we pride ourselves on providing upscale yet approachable hospitality in the Caribbean and we've recently taken the initiative to clearly segment and develop each one of our property's personalities," said Lluisa Salord, senior vice president of global sales, contracting and distribution, Grupo Pinero. "With the opening of Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine, we hope to strengthen our adults-only business while ensuring consistent quality across our accommodations, amenities and distinct entertainment program. We experienced a demand for an adults-only Grand property in Punta Cana, and we are confident that Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine will exceed our guests' expectations."
Featuring rejuvenated day and nighttime entertainment for guests 18 years and older, Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine will be the ideal property for travelers to unplug and enjoy themselves while soaking up the Caribbean sun. From wine tasting classes to rum mixology lessons, from card and board game tournaments to themed parties with live music and shows, the all-inclusive resort will be a well-rounded entertainment destination within the Bahia Principe Bavaro complex. Other events to be hosted at the property include burlesque performances, foam parties and DJ socials at the hotel lobby. For fitness aficionados, new wellness and sports activities will be held throughout Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine, including TRX workouts, CrossFit, Zumba, HIIT training and merengue and salsa dance lessons.
As part of Bahia Principe's commitment to elevating the all-inclusive experience, guests of Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine will be allowed unlimited a la carte dinners and access to the three other Grand Bahia Principe hotels of the complex. The complex holds a la carte dining establishments that serve mouthwatering dishes from across the globe, including traditional Dominican fare, Italian specialties, Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, and juicy meat cuts mimicking an American steakhouse.
For use by guests of Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine and all Luxury brand properties, Bahia Principe's Bavaro complex will also receive some upgrades of its own, including a brand-new sports bar and fitness center exclusively for adults. Catering to sports enthusiasts, the new sports bar will have ample indoor and outdoor seating, multiple LED flat screens as well as an extended beverage menu. At the complex's new fitness center, guests can expect a revitalized look with floor to ceiling windows and modern workout machines.
Guests who reserve a stay at the new Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine will be privy to a multitude of benefits including 24-hour complimentary Wi-Fi. For adults seeking to unwind in style, the serene Bahia Spa, features treatments that are centered on finding balance between mind and body. For those looking to let loose, the brand's signature shopping and nightlife center, Bahia Principe Village, combines local culture and opportunities for fun and excitement such as live music and karaoke.
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