Dominican Republic Named Caribbean's Best Golf Destination 2016

The destination claims its third straight recognition for outstanding golf offerings from the World Golf Organization

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Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism

Nov 17, 2016, 09:13 ET

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, Nov. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Golf Organization has named Dominican Republic "Caribbean's Best Golf Destination 2016". This is the third time that Dominican Republic has been recognized by the international group as an exceptional destination for the sport. With its magnificent golf courses bordering the Caribbean Sea, and 86 ocean-front holes, golfers can enjoy both facilities of the highest caliber and a warm climate that allows for a unique and challenging play experience.

From left to right: Giles Greenwood (IAGTO), Ana Gorrin (Catalonia Hotels & Resorts), Evelyn Paiewonsky (MITUR), Isabel Vasquez (MITUR - Iberian Peninsula), Giselle Diaz (MITUR), Carolina Perez (MITUR - Iberian Peninsula), Hiram Silfa (Puntacana Resort & Club), Monica Diaz (Casa de Campo Hotel & Villas)

"Dominican Republic is delighted and honored to be recognized for the third time by the prestigious World Golf Organization as the Caribbean's Best Golf Destination 2016," said Magaly Toribio, Marketing Advisor for the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism (MITUR). "This award speaks to our unrelenting commitment to provide both the infrastructure and first class services in our hotels and golf courses to maintain the loyalty and happiness of those who choose to visit us, allowing us to reinforce our position as the Golf Capital of the Caribbean with 26 internationally-recognized courses – the largest offerings in all of the Caribbean and Latin America."

Dominican Republic is home to some of the most dramatic and spectacular golf courses in the world designed by legends such as Pete Dye, P.B. Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Gary Player and Tom Fazio. It boasts 28 courses of the highest standards of design and friendly services of five-star quality. Among these are Punta Espada Golf Club in Cap Cana, La Cana at Puntacana Resort & Club, Teeth of the Dog and Dye Fore at Casa de Campo, each featuring stunning views and unique challenges carefully crafted by the best designers in the golf world.

The World Golf Awards, a subsidiary of the World Travel Awards, serves to celebrate and reward excellence in golf tourism, world class courses and golf destinations. The worldwide voting process began on March 14 and closed October 1. Votes were made by professionals working within the golf travel and tourism industry – senior executives, travel buyers, tour operators, agents and media professionals. Votes were also cast by the public (golf tourism consumers). The voting worked on a first-past-the-post system to ensure impartiality and independence. Votes were submitted online via the World Golf Awards website. The winners of each national award went head-to-head with the winners of the other countries for the "Best in the World" title announced during the ceremony that took place at Conrad Algarve, on the evening of Saturday, November 12^th.

For more information on Dominican Republic and to download free brochures on the country's golf offerings, visit www.GoDominicanRepublic.com.

For more details on World Golf Organization, visit www.WorldGolfAwards.com

About Dominican Republic

Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on the north and the Caribbean Sea on the south, our lush tropical and paradisiacal country boasts nearly 1,000 miles (1,575 km) of coastline, 250 miles (402 km) of the world's top beaches, magnificent resorts and hotels, and a variety of sports, recreation and entertainment options. Here you can dance to the pulse pounding thrill of the merengue, renew in our luxurious and diverse accommodations, explore ancient relics of centuries past, delight in delicious Dominican gastronomy or enjoy ecotourism adventures in our magnificent national parks, mountain ranges, rivers and beaches.

Known for our warm and hospitable people, Dominican Republic is a destination like no other, featuring astounding nature, intriguing history and rich cultural experiences like music, art and festivals, plus uniquely Dominican specialties such as cigars, rum, chocolate, coffee, merengue, amber and larimar.

Dominican Republic features the best beaches, fascinating history and culture, and is a chosen escape for celebrities, couples and families alike. Visit Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism's official website at: www.GoDominicanRepublic.com.

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