Whether you go with friends – or make new ones there – you’ll find Punta Cana can give you a relaxing, laid back Grad Trip. But when your ready to turn it up, Punta Cana offers plenty of vibrant possibilities – from island exploration to water sports. From dining and dancing to full-out partying. Punta Cana gives you a Grad Trip the way you want to spend it.
Your Package Includes:
- Roundtrip Airfare
- 7 Nights All-Inclusive Hotel Accommodations
- 24 Hour On-Site Specialized Destination Staff
- Medical Travel Insurance (High School Students Only)
- Hotel Taxes & Gratuities
- Airport/Hotel Ground Transportation
- Student/Staff Welcome Orientation
- Breakaway Tours Deals & Discounts Wristband
- Optional Daily Activities & Night Events * Exclusive to Breakaway Tours
- Best Possible Price Commitment
- Celebrity Hosts & DJs
From out of the vivid turquoise-blue hues of the Atlantic, a powdered-sugar beach stretches the length of the Dominican Republic's Eastern shore. This seemingly endless path of stunning white sand is a fitting welcome mat to the all-inclusive Occidental Grand Punta Cana.
This Spanish-style mega resort amazes guests with its impressive amenities: over 700 yards of spectacular beachfront on the most celebrated beach in the country; hundreds of picturesque coconut palms dotting the shoreline and swaying over thatched-roof palapas providing beachgoers with shade; 865 luxuriously appointed rooms in 17 three-story, white buildings; nine themed restaurants and seven bars, all included in the nightly room rate; Three dazzling, lagoon-style swimming pools - one dedicated to children only as part of the Kids Club; A never-ending schedule of daily activities, water sports and live nightly shows; And one surprisingly quick 20-minute ride delivers guests here straightaway from the airport.
This awe-inspiring resort caters to an international clientele and includes bliss-inducing accommodations for couples, honeymooners and families alike. Enjoy the virtual tour to see how it adds up to the beach vacation of a lifetime!
All-Inclusive Features
- Unlimited meals, snacks & beverages
- Full open bar
- 9 restaurants & 7 bars
- 3 swimming pools Chaise lounges & towel service by the pool & beach areas
- Fitness room
- Daily activities program by the pool & beach areas
- Nightly entertainment
- Merengue dance classes
- Live music by our orchestra ”Occidental Fun Club Band” (3 days per week)
- Sports: pool & beach volleyball, water polo, daytime tennis, pingpong, snorkeling, aerobics, aqua aerobics, archery & shooting, windsurfing, kayaking, Hobie Wave & 30 min. horseback riding(reservations required)
- Taxes & gratuities
This complex consists of three 4 star hotels, all of which have different ambiences: IFA Villas Bávaro is ideal for resting; IFA Bávaro Village is the center of the resort and the meeting place for all sporting and recreational activities; and finally, IFA Bávaro Ocean, is perfect for students looking to relax. Guests have access to all facilities, whatever their accommodation.
IFA Villas Bávaro is located in the third line to the beach and has a peaceful atmosphere during the day, at night being the meeting place for entertainment enthusiasts. In the entertainment theatre here, live shows are held as well as other activities organised by our entertainment team.
Hotel Amenities:
- Located just 20 minutes from Punta Cana international airport.
- 652 Comfortable rooms fully equipped with Ocean, garden and pool view (French Balcony or Terrace).
- Exceptional gastronomy with 4 buffets restaurants “Colibrí”, “La Casona” and Pizzeria Snack “Pikalo”. Grill restaurant “Las Velas”
- 3 extraordinary a la carte restaurants “Caribe” gourmet, “Bambú” Japanese and “Jalisco” Mexican.
- 8 bars strategically located around the property including; Lounge bar “Café Dominicano”, Jacuzzi bar ” High beach” and Swim up bar “ Gri Gri”.
- Non motorized water sport included (Catamaran included)
- New SPA
- Fitness center.
- Live shows every night.
- Daytime entertainment with the animation team.
- All Inclusive in their new disco “Fantasy”.(23:30h until 4:00h)
- Snacks at the beach and in the new Pizzeria Snack Bar “Pikalo”.
- Internet service*.
Barceló Punta Cana welcomes guests from all over the world to their elegant Mediterranean-inspired all inclusive beachfront resort boasting a long stretch of dazzling powder-soft beach on the eastern coast of the Dominican Republic. White washed buildings blanketed by red-tiled roofs exude Spanish charm at this resort on Playa Arena Gorda, offering 798 elegantly-appointed guestrooms with breathtaking views of brilliant blue-green ocean, verdant tropical gardens or the lagoon-style swimming pool meandering through the property.
Experience the tranquility of island life by stepping onto your balcony or terrace and breathing in the refreshing scent of the ocean air and feel your stress and worries float away on the cool Caribbean breezes rustling through coconut palm groves.
All Inclusive Features
- Unlimited Meals, Snacks & Beverages
- Full Open Bar
- 10 Restaurants & 9 Bars
- 3 Swimming Pools Chaise Lounges & Towel Service
- Fitness Room
- Daily Pool & Beach Activities Program
- Nightly Entertainment
- Disco on site
- Casino on Site
- Doctor on site
- Merengue Dance Classes
- Sports: Pool & Beach Volleyball, Water Polo, Tennis, Ping Pong, Snorkelling, Aerobics, Aqua Aerobics, Archery & Shooting, Windsurfing, Kayaking, Hobie Wave & 30 min. Horseback Riding * Optional
- Taxes & Gratuities
This all Inclusive resort is located at Bávaro beach, only a 35 minute-drive from the International Airport of Punta Cana, and 90 minutes from La Romana International Airport.
The unparalleled white sands and crystal water of its beach, tall coconut trees and colorful landscapes, award this tropical resort the titled of the Dominican "jewel".
The staff at the resort perform 'round-the-clock', uninterrupted service with its 24 hour All Inclusive program. To satisfy the different pleasures of their guests, this Resort is comprised with 3 sections: Beach, where it is possible to enjoy a familiar atmosphere and full of entertainment next to the beach; Club, for those who prefer a vacation in a more relaxed ambience and finally the Select section, for whom equally want to enjoy a calm ambience in the day and pleasant parties in the nights.
All Inclusive Feature
- Unlimited Meals, Snacks & Beverages
- Full Open Bar
- 6 Restaurants & 6 Bars
- 2 Swimming Pools
- Fitness Room
- Daily Pool & Beach Activities Program
- Nightly Entertainment
- Disco on site
- Casino on Site
- Doctor on site
- Sports: Billiard and table games, Horseback riding ($), Tennis (night $), Badminton, Ping Pong, Basketball, Volleyball, Bicycles, Archery, Soccer, Boccia
- Non Motorized Water Sports: Kayak, Catamarán, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving School and tours ($), Windsurfing ($)
- Motorized Water Sports ($): Banana boat, Parasailing and boat tours
- Taxes & Gratuities
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Santo Domingo City Tour
Nobody can visit the Dominican Republic without knowing its Magical, Historical, Romantic and the first city founded in America... Santo Domingo city, capital of Dominican Republic. Points of interest include the Cathedral of Santa Mariá la Menor (built 1514–20), believed to contain the remains of Christopher Columbus. Shuttles can be organized and leave from the Punta Cana area hotels daily.
Caribbean Snorkel Cruise
Come on board for an unforgettable day of cruising, snorkeling and dancing. You will stop at a popular snorkeling site, known for regular sightings of sharks and rays. Slip into the water for a guided snorkeling tour through the warm waters, giving you an introduction to the colorful marine life of the Caribbean. Climbing back onboard, enjoy light refreshments as the crew perform a Caribbean dance show for your entertainment!
East Coast Pure Caribbean-Sanoa Island Combi
Feel the wind in your hair as you journey by Catamaran and experience sailing on the Caribbean Sea over beautiful clear crystal aquamarine waters. The large sails will be hoisted high as you breeze past the incredible National Park of the East, on your way to the idyllic beach of Soana Island. This is where a delicious lunch awaits us and where you can spend a relaxing and carefree time lazing in hammocks, wandering along the beautiful beach and paddling or swimming in the Caribbean Sea!
Before Leaving CanadaEntry Requirements
Breakaway Tours would like to inform all passengers that THE
USE OF A VALID PASSPORT IS MANDATORY FOR ALL BREAKAWAY TOURS TRAVELERS.
Please ensure that you have your passport well in advance, as it may take up to three months to receive
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Baggage: For baggage allowance, please visit the website of the airline you are flying with.
All Breakaway Tours passengers are required to present themselves at the airport counter of the airline indicated on your ticket a minimum of 3 hours prior to departure time.
Arrival In Dominican
At the Airport
Once you have cleared customs and immigration,
Breakaway Tours destination staff will greet you at the airport and assist you with the transfer to your hotel. Look for the
Breakaway Tours logo!
At the Hotel
Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be directed to the
Breakaway Tours hotel check-in information meeting. At this time you will be given the rules for the week, general hotel information, identification bracelets, and your room keys.
Leaving the DominicanHotel Check-out
Hotel check-out is at 11 a.m. the day of your departure, or 4 hours prior to your departure time if before 11 a.m. (For example, a 10:30 a.m. departure requires a 6:30 a.m. check-out; a 2 p.m. departure requires a 10 a.m. check-out.) All hotel guests sharing a room must present themselves as a group to the front desk to have their hotel bracelets removed. Guests will not be allowed to board the bus transfer to the airport without confirmation of their hotel check-out.
Airport Bus Transfer
A bus transfer to the airport will arrive at your hotel 3 1/2 hours prior to your departure time. If you miss the provided transfer you are responsible for your own transportation to the airport.
Airport Check-in
All
Breakaway Tours passengers are required to present themselves at the airport counter of the airline indicated on your ticket a minimum of 3 hours prior to departure time.
Important InformationStuff you need to know
Flying Time:
4 hours from Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Calgary, Halifax, Edmonton, and Vancouver
Airport: Punta Cana International (PUJ)
Emergency: Most hotels provide 24-hour health care services with specialists and nurses. The best way to deal with an emergency is to ask your concierge for a doctor or dentist. Notify your destination staff of all emergencies, as they are there to assist you.
Language: Spanish is the official language of Dominican Republic. English is widely spoken and understood in most tourist areas.
Banking: Banking hours are normally between 9:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. weekdays only. Please check at your hotel for the nearest branch. Most banks have ATMs that allow you to withdraw funds from your Canadian account. Look for the Cirrus or Maestro logo on the back of your card.
Currency: The official currency is the Dominican Peso. Traveler’s cheques are honored by most hotels and stores. US dollars are both widely accepted and recommended.
Credit Cards: Credit cards such as Visa, American Express, and MasterCard are widely accepted.
Tipping: In the Dominican Republic, a 15% tip in restaurants and bars is the norm. It is also common to tip bellboys and maids. The better you tip, the better service you can expect to receive.
Water: Tap water is not recommended for drinking, but can be used to brush your teeth. Please drink bottled water. Water served in bars and restaurants is safe to drink.
Legal Drinking Age: The legal drinking age in the Dominican Republic is 18 years.
Population: Approximately 1 million.
Voltage: Standard 110 V – same as Canada
Time Zone: Dominican is on Central Standard Time year-round.
Public Transportation: Breakaway Tours does not recommend the use of public transportation in the Dominican Republic. Daily transportation to and from all organized day and nighttime events will be provided.
Car/Moped Rentals: Breakaway Tours strongly discourages renting vehicles of any kind! The risk of injury or death is extremely high and the language barrier may present problems when returning the vehicle.
Activities & Excursions: Optional excursions are a great way to enhance your Breakaway Tours package. Choose from a wide variety of activities and excursions available at your destination. For more information please consult your destination staff or your Breakaway Tours Savings Passport.
Emergency Numbers: For emergency phone numbers, please contact your hotel operator or available destination staff.