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Jul 12, 2024Global City Guidebook: Punta Cana
Situated at the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, Punta Cana’s 30 miles of white-sand beaches border the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, where a coral reef creates calm, clear waters. Together, Punta Cana and Bávaro form La Costa del Coco, or the Coconut Coast, an area boasting lavish, all-inclusive resorts. Visitors enjoy snorkeling, diving, zip lining, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing and golfing, as well as national parks, local music, exquisite seafood and lively nightclubs.
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Destinations / Caribbean
Jul 10, 2024Saint Martin: Caribbean Culinary Powerhouse
Saint Martin is not only renowned for its stunning beaches and vibrant culture but, for those in the know, also for its exceptional cuisine. The influence of haute French gastronomy blends with exceptional local bounty and bold island flavors where an elevated visitor palate supports a rare culinary landscape in the Caribbean. The island's epicurean zeal reaches its zenith each year during Le Festival de la Gastronomie de St. Martin, a showcase of the island’s best cuisine in a variety of categories. This festival, held on the French side of the island, is a must-visit for food enthusiasts or anyone looking to experience the unique flavors of Saint Martin combined with its penchant for celebration. Ahead of this year’s edition, I recently toured French Saint Martin to experience the cuisine and bar programs of past winners from private chefs and white-cloth restaurants to beachside bites, and here’s what I found.