The Caribbean did not grow this year. The Dominican Republic grew 10 percent.

Arrivals to the Caribbean did not grow in the first half of 2026. Arrivals to the Dominican Republic grew 10 percent. What the two figures together do, and do not, mean.

This article is part of the The Privée Collection editorial journal. The curation team publishes destination guides, travel notes, and behind-the-scenes features from across the Dominican Republic throughout the year.