Thursday, March 5, 2026

Grupo Manzano highlights alliance with airlines and bets on sports-tourism projects in Punta Cana

Madrid, Spain.- CEOs Carlos Rafael Manzano and Carlos Bernardo Manzano highlighted the strategic importance of air connectivity and alliances with airlines for the development of new tourism and investment projects in the Dominican Republic, especially in the Punta Cana area, during their participation in the International Tourism Fair (FITUR).

The executives explained that, more than an isolated initiative, it is a high-impact real estate project driven by an investment group with a comprehensive vision, focused on strengthening sports tourism and boosting regional growth. They pointed out that this model seeks to position the Dominican Republic as a competitive and innovative destination within the international tourism market. Manzano indicated that participation in FITUR has been highly positive, with a large attendance, multiple business meetings and the closing of important agreements, which opens up new opportunities for expansion not only for the project, but also for the region where it will be developed.

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They also highlighted that the group is not limited to traditional administration, but rather is committed to sustainable tourism projects and projects with impact, incorporating materials and concepts aligned with a modern vision of real estate and tourism development. "It has been a very enriching experience. We have managed to finalize key appointments and strengthen relationships that will contribute to the growth of tourism and investment in the country," they expressed, while thanking for the space provided to publicize the initiative and reiterating their commitment to continue supporting the economic and tourism development of the Dominican Republic. Fitur is the benchmark event in the tourism sector and the leading fair for inbound and outbound markets worldwide. A key global meeting point for tourism industry professionals and the largest business platform in the sector.

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