Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Still, trade winds and 330+ sunny days keep it comfortable. The beaches are lined by 50+ major resorts, representing 60% of all hotel rooms in the Dominican Republic. Playa Bavaro alone spans 1.6 kilometers of flawless shoreline. While busier than Varadero's serene reef-protected shores, Punta Cana delivers unmatched energy, with average hotel occupancy of 85% in peak season.