September 25, 2008
4th Annual Sun & Fun Golf Tournament - La Cana Golf Course
Dear Property Owners:
Punta Cana International Airport invites you to participate in the 4th edition of the Sun & Fun Golf Tournament at La Cana Golf Course on Saturday, October 4th, 2008!
Game formula will be Scramble 2 Players open for men and women. Price is US $ 110.00 per person and includes : green fees, cart, dinner, polo shirt, hat, tees and golf balls. There will also be prizes, raffles, closest to the pin, longest drive and trophies!
Enter by contacting Katia Pouliot at 809-959-2303 or kpouliot@puntacana.com
We hope to see you there!!
Paradise, found.
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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September 23, 2008
PUNTACANA Resort & Club RECOGNIZED BY CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER
Dear Property Owners:
The following press release for your information:
PUNTACANA Resort & Club RECOGNIZED BY CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER AS A FINALIST IN MAGAZINE‘S 2008 WORLD SAVERS AWARDS
Dominican Republic’s Tourism Innovator One of 38 Companies
Selected Worldwide By Condé Nast Traveler as a Leader in Social Responsibility
New York, NY (August 21, 2008) -- Condé Nast Traveler has named PUNTACANA Resort & Club as a finalist in the magazine‘s 2008 World Savers Awards. PUNTACANA Resort & Club is one of 38 companies selected worldwide as a leader in social responsibility in the magazine’s September issue, in newsstands on August 19, 2008.
Seventeen judges reviewed 142 applications and rated how applicants exercise social responsibility in five key areas: poverty alleviation, cultural and/or environmental preservation, education, wildlife conservation, and health. Thirty-eight finalists were selected and the final winners were determined by compiling the judges‘ overall rankings.
The finalists are to be recognized at the World Savers Awards ceremony on September 23rd at the 2nd Annual Condé Nast Traveler World Savers Congress in New York City.
"These finalists are prime examples of how the world‘s hotels, airlines, cruise lines and tour operators can inspire their peers to improve our world," said Deputy Editor for Special Projects Dorinda Elliott. "The social responsibility programs spearheaded by these World Savers, from building schools and furnishing much-needed medical supplies to restocking wildlife reserves and dispensing mirco-loans, are models for the entire travel industry.“
PUNTACANA Resort & Club has been a pioneer in community development since its inception. The Resort has built and maintained two schools and a health clinic in the community and has plans in the works to build a new town center, school and hospital. PUNTACANA was the first hotel in the region to construct a water treatment facility when it was introduced in 1992, setting a standard for all hotels in the Punta Cana region. Ninety-five percent of the freshwater used in the resort is treated in a water treatment facility that uses anaerobic digestion and settling ponds to treat the water, which is then recycled to irrigate green areas throughout the property.
"We are honored to be recognized by Condé Nast Traveler for the work that we have produced over the years," said Frank R. Rainieri, Chairman of Grupo PUNTACANA, owners and operators of the resort community. He added, “The resort was created with a vision for social and environmental sustainability and continues its commitment to balancing economic growth with the health and well-being of the local community and environment.”
In addition, the resort’s villas are situated to take advantage of natural breezes and existing vegetation, with design elements that reduce direct sunlight and solar heat. A large portion of the resort features thatch roofs, a local material that maintains interior air temperature and reduces need for air conditioning and new pilots are being conducted using solar hot water heaters and energy saving technologies throughout the resort. High ceilings and tall windows also allow for natural light to replace artificial lighting for the longest period of time possible.
Paradise, found.
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 9:20 AM
September 23, 2008
Exposition at Puntacana Art Gallery - Graciela Bombalova
Dear Property Owners:
Puntacana Resort & Club cordially invites you to enjoy a paint exposition by distinguished bulgarian painter, Graciela Bombalova.
The exposition will be held next Wednesday, September 24th at 8:00pm in Puntacana Art Gallery in Galerias de Puntacana at Puntacana Village.
We hope to see you there!!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Posted by Public Relations at 8:13 AM
September 16, 2008
La Yola Closed for Maintenance
Dear Property Owners:
In our goal to maintain all resort areas in the best conditions at all times, La Yola restaurant will be under maintenance work from today re-opening on September 27th.
All other resort restaurants will be operating normally.
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 8:26 AM
September 10, 2008
Concert in the Higuey Basilica this next Friday 12th of September
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Dear Property Owners:
Grupo PUNTACANA cordially invites you enjoy the Great Choir Concert honoring the coronation of La Virgen de la Altagracia, commemorating the 5th century of the foundation of Higuey.
The concert will be celebrated next Friday, Sept. 12th at 7:00pm in La Catedral Basilica de Higuey with the performance of the Dominican National Choir alongside the Metal and Percussion orchestra, directed by Jose E. Espin and the special performance of the Maestro Rafael Solano and Soloist Ivonne Haza.
Transport will be provided for such event and will depart at 5:30pm from PUNTACANA Village Shopping Galleries Parking Lot (in front of Punta Cava)
To confirm your assistance, please call Ext. 1402 or via email to mpilier@puntacana.com
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Posted by Public Relations at 4:30 PM
September 07, 2008
More activities in Puntacana! – Rotary Club Dominoes and Bingo invitation
Dear Property Owners:
The Rotary Club Puntacana – Bavaro invites you to participate in the Dominoes and Bingo activity that they will hold in Punta Cava in Puntacana Village for the next two Wednesdays, September 10th and 17th at 7:30pm.
You can sign up at Punta Cava, Salon Bana or Inmobiliaria Times Homes (Plaza Nautica) or at # 809-959-2714 ext 1402.
There will be dominoes and bingo play with prizes and raffles!!
Enjoy and cooperate with the Rotary Club!!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : http://www.puntacana.com/
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 8:58 AM
September 06, 2008
American NFL Footbal Games at Manino's on Big Screen TV's!!
Dear Property Owners:
Starting tomorrow, Manino’s, at Puntacana Village (in the Bowling hall) will start playing NFL games on big screen TV’s.
Two for one drink’s during games!!
Enjoy!!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Posted by Public Relations at 12:13 PM
September 06, 2008
Weather Warning September 6th, 2008 UPDATE SATURDAY
Dear Property Owners:
Hurricane Ike continues stay to the north of us and at this time it does not seem that we will have any major effects from the storm.
You should continue to follow updates from Onamet’s website.
http://www.onamet.gov.do/alertas.php?id=1551
At this moment we have discontinued red flag status at the beaches and water sports will operate normally as of tomorrow.
We will not send anymore updates on Hurricane Ike unless it is completely necessary.
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 12:08 PM
September 05, 2008
Weather Warning September 5th, 2008 UPDATE FRIDAY EVENING
Dear Property Owners:
Hurricane Ike continues to project to stay to the north of us even though we continue to monitor closely in case it has a change in course.
You should continue to follow updates from Onamet’s website.
http://www.onamet.gov.do/alertas.php?id=1551
At this point we have decided to close Water sports activities and the beaches will be under a red flag alert although beach services will continue normally until further notice.
All swimming pools and hotel operations will continue normally.
We will continue to update you twice a day until the storm is no longer close to us.
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 4:11 PM
September 05, 2008
Weather Warning September 5th, 2008
Dear Property Owners:
The last reports of Onamet (Dominican Meteorological Office) this morning of Friday September 5th, 2008 are monitoring hurricane Ike and have put out an advisory which you can look at here:
http://www.onamet.gov.do/alertas.php?id=1551
Even though current projections show that Ike should pass north of us, we could feel some effects of the storm and it still needs to be monitored.
We ask that you continue to monitor the Onamet page and are in the lookout for our advisories as we will send at least twice a day until this has completely passed by us. You can expect one in the morning close to 10:00am and one in the afternoon close to 5:00pm.
We recommend that all owners of villas and apartments make sure that no objects are left outside of their property which could be affected by wind.
We also ask all boat owners that they stop by the Marina to make sure their boats are safe.
We want to remind you that water sports activities and the swimming pools and beaches at The PUNTACANA Hotel, Tortuga Bay, Nature Villas, La Marina and Casa Club will continue to operate normally until further notice.
All resort operations will continue to function normally and if there are any drastic changes these will be advised to you.
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 7:14 AM
September 25, 2008
4th Annual Sun & Fun Golf Tournament - La Cana Golf Course
Punta Cana International Airport invites you to participate in the 4th edition of the Sun & Fun Golf Tournament at La Cana Golf Course on Saturday, October 4th, 2008!
Game formula will be Scramble 2 Players open for men and women. Price is US $ 110.00 per person and includes : green fees, cart, dinner, polo shirt, hat, tees and golf balls. There will also be prizes, raffles, closest to the pin, longest drive and trophies!
Enter by contacting Katia Pouliot at 809-959-2303 or kpouliot@puntacana.com
We hope to see you there!!
Paradise, found.
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 4:10 PM
September 23, 2008
PUNTACANA Resort & Club RECOGNIZED BY CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER
Dear Property Owners:
The following press release for your information:
PUNTACANA Resort & Club RECOGNIZED BY CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER AS A FINALIST IN MAGAZINE‘S 2008 WORLD SAVERS AWARDS
Dominican Republic’s Tourism Innovator One of 38 Companies
Selected Worldwide By Condé Nast Traveler as a Leader in Social Responsibility
New York, NY (August 21, 2008) -- Condé Nast Traveler has named PUNTACANA Resort & Club as a finalist in the magazine‘s 2008 World Savers Awards. PUNTACANA Resort & Club is one of 38 companies selected worldwide as a leader in social responsibility in the magazine’s September issue, in newsstands on August 19, 2008.
Seventeen judges reviewed 142 applications and rated how applicants exercise social responsibility in five key areas: poverty alleviation, cultural and/or environmental preservation, education, wildlife conservation, and health. Thirty-eight finalists were selected and the final winners were determined by compiling the judges‘ overall rankings.
The finalists are to be recognized at the World Savers Awards ceremony on September 23rd at the 2nd Annual Condé Nast Traveler World Savers Congress in New York City.
"These finalists are prime examples of how the world‘s hotels, airlines, cruise lines and tour operators can inspire their peers to improve our world," said Deputy Editor for Special Projects Dorinda Elliott. "The social responsibility programs spearheaded by these World Savers, from building schools and furnishing much-needed medical supplies to restocking wildlife reserves and dispensing mirco-loans, are models for the entire travel industry.“
PUNTACANA Resort & Club has been a pioneer in community development since its inception. The Resort has built and maintained two schools and a health clinic in the community and has plans in the works to build a new town center, school and hospital. PUNTACANA was the first hotel in the region to construct a water treatment facility when it was introduced in 1992, setting a standard for all hotels in the Punta Cana region. Ninety-five percent of the freshwater used in the resort is treated in a water treatment facility that uses anaerobic digestion and settling ponds to treat the water, which is then recycled to irrigate green areas throughout the property.
"We are honored to be recognized by Condé Nast Traveler for the work that we have produced over the years," said Frank R. Rainieri, Chairman of Grupo PUNTACANA, owners and operators of the resort community. He added, “The resort was created with a vision for social and environmental sustainability and continues its commitment to balancing economic growth with the health and well-being of the local community and environment.”
In addition, the resort’s villas are situated to take advantage of natural breezes and existing vegetation, with design elements that reduce direct sunlight and solar heat. A large portion of the resort features thatch roofs, a local material that maintains interior air temperature and reduces need for air conditioning and new pilots are being conducted using solar hot water heaters and energy saving technologies throughout the resort. High ceilings and tall windows also allow for natural light to replace artificial lighting for the longest period of time possible.
Paradise, found.
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 9:20 AM
September 23, 2008
Exposition at Puntacana Art Gallery - Graciela Bombalova
Puntacana Resort & Club cordially invites you to enjoy a paint exposition by distinguished bulgarian painter, Graciela Bombalova.
The exposition will be held next Wednesday, September 24th at 8:00pm in Puntacana Art Gallery in Galerias de Puntacana at Puntacana Village.
We hope to see you there!!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Posted by Public Relations at 8:13 AM
September 16, 2008
La Yola Closed for Maintenance
Dear Property Owners:
In our goal to maintain all resort areas in the best conditions at all times, La Yola restaurant will be under maintenance work from today re-opening on September 27th.
All other resort restaurants will be operating normally.
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 8:26 AM
September 10, 2008
Concert in the Higuey Basilica this next Friday 12th of September
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Grupo PUNTACANA cordially invites you enjoy the Great Choir Concert honoring the coronation of La Virgen de la Altagracia, commemorating the 5th century of the foundation of Higuey.
The concert will be celebrated next Friday, Sept. 12th at 7:00pm in La Catedral Basilica de Higuey with the performance of the Dominican National Choir alongside the Metal and Percussion orchestra, directed by Jose E. Espin and the special performance of the Maestro Rafael Solano and Soloist Ivonne Haza.
Transport will be provided for such event and will depart at 5:30pm from PUNTACANA Village Shopping Galleries Parking Lot (in front of Punta Cava)
To confirm your assistance, please call Ext. 1402 or via email to mpilier@puntacana.com
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Posted by Public Relations at 4:30 PM
September 07, 2008
More activities in Puntacana! – Rotary Club Dominoes and Bingo invitation
Dear Property Owners:
The Rotary Club Puntacana – Bavaro invites you to participate in the Dominoes and Bingo activity that they will hold in Punta Cava in Puntacana Village for the next two Wednesdays, September 10th and 17th at 7:30pm.
You can sign up at Punta Cava, Salon Bana or Inmobiliaria Times Homes (Plaza Nautica) or at # 809-959-2714 ext 1402.
There will be dominoes and bingo play with prizes and raffles!!
Enjoy and cooperate with the Rotary Club!!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : http://www.puntacana.com/
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 8:58 AM
September 06, 2008
American NFL Footbal Games at Manino's on Big Screen TV's!!
Starting tomorrow, Manino’s, at Puntacana Village (in the Bowling hall) will start playing NFL games on big screen TV’s.
Two for one drink’s during games!!
Enjoy!!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Posted by Public Relations at 12:13 PM
September 06, 2008
Weather Warning September 6th, 2008 UPDATE SATURDAY
Dear Property Owners:
Hurricane Ike continues stay to the north of us and at this time it does not seem that we will have any major effects from the storm.
You should continue to follow updates from Onamet’s website.
http://www.onamet.gov.do/alertas.php?id=1551
At this moment we have discontinued red flag status at the beaches and water sports will operate normally as of tomorrow.
We will not send anymore updates on Hurricane Ike unless it is completely necessary.
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 12:08 PM
September 05, 2008
Weather Warning September 5th, 2008 UPDATE FRIDAY EVENING
Dear Property Owners:
Hurricane Ike continues to project to stay to the north of us even though we continue to monitor closely in case it has a change in course.
You should continue to follow updates from Onamet’s website.
http://www.onamet.gov.do/alertas.php?id=1551
At this point we have decided to close Water sports activities and the beaches will be under a red flag alert although beach services will continue normally until further notice.
All swimming pools and hotel operations will continue normally.
We will continue to update you twice a day until the storm is no longer close to us.
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 4:11 PM
September 05, 2008
Weather Warning September 5th, 2008
Dear Property Owners:
The last reports of Onamet (Dominican Meteorological Office) this morning of Friday September 5th, 2008 are monitoring hurricane Ike and have put out an advisory which you can look at here:
http://www.onamet.gov.do/alertas.php?id=1551
Even though current projections show that Ike should pass north of us, we could feel some effects of the storm and it still needs to be monitored.
We ask that you continue to monitor the Onamet page and are in the lookout for our advisories as we will send at least twice a day until this has completely passed by us. You can expect one in the morning close to 10:00am and one in the afternoon close to 5:00pm.
We recommend that all owners of villas and apartments make sure that no objects are left outside of their property which could be affected by wind.
We also ask all boat owners that they stop by the Marina to make sure their boats are safe.
We want to remind you that water sports activities and the swimming pools and beaches at The PUNTACANA Hotel, Tortuga Bay, Nature Villas, La Marina and Casa Club will continue to operate normally until further notice.
All resort operations will continue to function normally and if there are any drastic changes these will be advised to you.
Have a great day!
...Live the Dream
Alberto J. Abreu, CHA
Executive Hospitality Director
PUNTACANA Resort & Club
(809) 959-4373 Direct Line
(809) 959-2262 Hotel Line
(809) 959-0165 Fax
Site : www.puntacana.com
Email : aabreu@puntacana.com
CHA - Certified Hotel Administrator by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
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Posted by Public Relations at 7:14 AM
