Cap Cana- The Altabella Hotel Group will inaugurate the initial phase of what will be the largest marina in the Caribbean on Saturday, April 28th. Located on the eastern coast of the Dominican Republic, the Marina will accommodate 72 yachts up to 60 feet long during its first phase with a completed capacity of 1,400 slips accommodating boats up to 250 feet.

The protected harbor basin will satisfy even the most discerning boater. Located 10 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport and only 5 miles from away from one of the most abundant fisheries in the Caribbean, fishing season is year round in Cap Cana.

Designed with a nod to the grandeur of Venice, the Marina will also be home to exquisite shopping, with designer boutiques, charming restaurants and chic bistros and bars complimenting the luxury living that is Cap Cana.

Making a dramatic entrance in September 2007 will be the newly-built Sanctuary Cap Cana Golf and Spa on the eastern coast of the Dominican Republic. It will be the only five star resort on the east coast of this dramatic coastline, when it opens. It is just 3 hrs and 10 minutes by direct flight from New York City (and 8 minutes from Punta Cana Airport). There is also easy access from other gateway cities from the U.S. and Europe with approximately 250 flights per week into the area.

The well-established management company who will run this resort is from Spain—AltaBella Hotels—and the name will become synonymous with a new level of luxury in the Caribbean. The area of Cap Cana is now considered the next “new” destination due to its exquisite white beaches. It is now fast becoming known for its killer course at the Hotel Sanctuary Cap Cana, the Jack Nicklaus designed championship eighteen hole Punta Espada course. Eight ocean-hugging holes rival Pebble Beach for both beauty and challenge, and the remainder of the course has exquisite views of the sea.

This 176 all-suite resort is the next meeting and incentive destination that will welcome groups, while maintaining all the attention to service and amenities offered to discerning individual travelers. Style and service are paramount to AltaBella.

All facts and details regarding the Jack Nicklaus’s Signature Golf Course, 20,000 square foot spa, marina, shopping, restaurants, meeting facilities, activities and immaculate beaches, can be found on our web site. http://www.gfahotels.com