Meliá Hotels and Arajet Unite to Make Travel Between New York City and Dominican Republic More Accessible Than Ever

Meliá Hotels and Arajet have come together to make travel between New York City and Dominican Republic more accessible than ever. This partnership enhances connectivity by combining Meliá’s top-tier hospitality with Arajet’s affordable and efficient flight services, offering travelers an easier, more convenient journey between these two popular destinations. By streamlining the travel experience, including seamless flight options and unique hotel offerings, the collaboration aims to reduce barriers for tourists, making it simpler than ever to explore the cultural richness of both New York and the Dominican Republic. Through this initiative, Meliá and Arajet are not only improving travel accessibility but also strengthening ties between the two regions, fueling tourism and economic growth.

A major element of this collaboration is the push to increase passenger traffic on the Santo Domingo-New York route, which is central to connecting these two important locations. One of the key components of this initiative is the INNSiDE by Meliá NOMAD hotel, situated in the heart of Manhattan. The hotel provides an ideal base for visitors looking to explore New York City, offering a modern, stylish, and convenient place to stay while experiencing the city’s dynamic atmosphere.

The partnership involves joint promotional efforts, including special offers, marketing campaigns, and events aimed at attracting more visitors. These activities will not only increase tourism from New York to the Dominican Republic but will also enhance the cultural exchange between the two regions, benefiting both economies. By improving accessibility to the Dominican Republic, the collaboration supports its growing tourism sector and showcases its diverse offerings, from pristine beaches to vibrant city life.

Through this collaboration, Meliá and Arajet are committed to improving travel experiences, ensuring that passengers enjoy a seamless journey between New York and Santo Domingo. The strategic alignment between the hotel chain and the airline is set to create more opportunities for travelers to connect, explore, and immerse themselves in the culture and beauty of both destinations, ultimately reinforcing the ties between the Dominican Republic and New York City.

“Among the initiatives is an activation that will take place in February, in connection with New York Fashion Week, where various personalities and media outlets will have the opportunity to attend this event, flying with Arajet and staying at the aforementioned hotel located in the central NoMad neighborhood in the Big Apple,” they explained.

In 2025, Meliá Hotels International and Arajet, the Dominican Republic’s flagship airline, launched a series of activations in collaboration with prominent media influencers and social media personalities to promote their Santo Domingo-New York route. These influencers had the chance to travel the route and experience the cultural richness and culinary delights of both the Dominican Republic and Spain, sharing their experiences with their followers. The activities were centered around Meliá’s hotel properties, where guests could immerse themselves in authentic Dominican and Spanish flavors and traditions, adding a unique cultural layer to their stay.

Looking ahead to 2026, the partnership plans to build on the success of these activations by expanding the range of experiences that celebrate the fusion of Dominican and Spanish culinary arts and cultural heritage. With media influencers continuing to be at the forefront of this initiative, the focus will be on deepening engagement and raising awareness of the route, attracting more travelers eager to experience the rich offerings of both destinations. Through these ongoing efforts, Meliá and Arajet aim to further cement the cultural connection between the Dominican Republic, Spain, and New York, enriching the travel experience and encouraging more cultural exploration.

“For INNSiDE by Meliá, this collaboration with Arajet represents a strategic opportunity to continue strengthening connectivity between the Dominican Republic and New York, and to keep attracting the modern, urban, and culturally connected traveler,” said Andrew M. Soares, Marketing and Customer Experience Manager, USA Hotels, for Meliá Hotels International. “Through these joint initiatives, we seek to continue promoting experiences for our guests that celebrate the gastronomy, culture, and Latin spirit that distinguish INNSiDE by Meliá.”

Meanwhile, Manuel Luna, Arajet’s Chief Communication Officer, stated: “The best way to increase the growth of Arajet’s routes and destinations is through strategic alliances, and in New York we are extremely proud to do so hand in hand with Meliá and its INNSiDE by Meliá NOMAD hotel, a brand that always strives for excellence while maintaining its Latin essence and customer care with world-class service.”

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