Santo Domingo.- The Association of Hotels and Tourism (Asonahores) successfully concluded the 2025 edition of the Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange (DATE), reaffirming its role as a vital platform for boosting the Dominican Republic’s tourism industry—a key pillar of the national economy.
Now in its 25th year, the fair hosted over 8,300 business meetings through its official platform, with participation from 280 tour operators and buyer companies, 330 buyer delegates, and 123 exhibition booths. The event also showcased Dominican culture with 28 local artisans presenting traditional crafts.
Asonahores President Juan Bancalari celebrated the event’s success, highlighting the country’s continued leadership in Caribbean tourism. Executive Vice President Aguie Lendor emphasized tourism’s central role in economic development and the sector’s efforts to diversify offerings beyond beach tourism, with growing interest in destinations like Miches and Pedernales. Backed by 37 sponsors, DATE 2025 reinforced its status as the region’s premier tourism fair.