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PUNTA CANA
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WHY CONNECT DMC?


​With over 25 years of experience operating in the Dominican Republic and Mexico. Connect DMC has established a solid reputation as a trusted partner, delivering exceptional and reliable travel services.

We ensure an integration with your team to match the same high service expectations you have. You will have a trusted and reputable partner that will not only be accountable for every service delivered, but that will work in conjunction with your teams across all levels as one single team. So, why should you work with Connect DMC? :
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  • Single POC: A single point of contact from planning all the way to operation for true consistency.
  • Expert Knowledge: Benefit from our local insights and top suppliers in the Dominican Republic and Mexico.
  • Sustainability: We integrate eco-friendly practices into every aspect of our services.
  • Client Care: Every guest receives VIP treatment with meticulous planning and attention to detail.
  • Strong Relationships: Access our trusted network for top-tier services at competitive rates.
  • Independence: We provide unbiased recommendations, free from hotel group affiliations.
  • Creative Team: We tailor solutions for all occasions, including family gatherings, weddings, and more.
  • Peace of Mind: Your event logistics will be expertly managed, allowing your attendees to fully enjoy their stay.


Why Punta Cana?
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​Punta Cana is a stunning destination in the Dominican Republic, a tropical paradise filled with endless adventures and cultural delights. Discover the rich history of the region by exploring local markets, tasting traditional Dominican cuisine, and immersing yourself in the vibrant music and dance scene.

But Punta Cana isn't just about culture it's also a playground for outdoor enthusiasts! Dive into the turquoise waters for snorkeling or scuba diving adventures, relax on the powdery white sand beaches, or embark on a thrilling zip-lining excursion through lush tropical forests.

With its blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and exciting activities, Punta Cana offers something for everyone making it an amazing experience.


AIRPORT TRANSFERS

GENERAL INFO

  • Transfers are exclusive to your program attendees.
  • Prices include all taxes.
  • Transfers are direct with no additional stops (airport-hotel and hotel-airport)
  • Rate applies are per person per vehicle, except for the SUV’s and Shuttle services.
  • Transfers are performed in recent-model, A/C vans, SUV’s, mini-coaches, and coaches.
  • Company logo (8 ½ x11) on every bus or group banner (extra fee applies for bigger signage)
    ​**Prices are subject to change based on the final hotel selection.**

ARRIVAL EXPEDITED SERVICES

  • Full assistance with airlines including follow-up on lost luggage
  • Two-way communication between the airport and the hotel
  • Custom signage•Airport access and parking fees
  • Meet and greet with uniformed staff
  • Taxes

DEPARTURE EXPEDITED SERVICES

  • Departure team at hotel to coordinate movements
  • Two-way communication between hotel and airport
  • Airport access and parking fees
  • Taxes
    ​+ Access to the VIP lounge at the airport at an additional fee.



AIRPORT TRANSFER

from/to Punta Cana International Airport

PUNTA CANA - CAP CANA - BAVARO AREA

TOTAL

Single Transfer (1 pax)

$50 per person per way

Individual Transfer (2-4 pax)

$25 per person per way

Mini Group Transfer (5-14 pax)

$19 per person per way

Small Group Transfer (15-29 pax)

$14 per person per way

Group Transfer (30+ pax)

$11 per person per way

SUV (1-4 pax) *

$131 Vehicule per way*


AIRPORT TRANSFER

from/to Punta Cana International Airport

MACAO - UVERO ALTO AREA

TOTAL

Single Transfer (1 pax)

$106 per person per way

Individual Transfer (2-4 pax)

$53 per person per way

Mini Group Transfer (5-14 pax)

$42 per person per way

Small Group Transfer (15-29 pax)

$25 per person per way

Group Transfer (30+ pax)

$15 per person per way

SUV (1-4 pax) *

$15 per person per way

TRANSPORTATION ADDITIONALS

Connect DMC offers the following additional services as add-ons to our transportation services. Upgrade the transfer experience with some of the following options to make the trips more comfortable and enjoyable. Choose from a variety of snacks and drinks, add a tour guide to share some knowledgeable information or simply increase the visibility of the banners with larger options for your group.

OPTIONS

Meet & Greet Service (Minimum 100 people)

Per person

US$ 6

Sintra Banner 15x25

Per unit

US$ 60

Departure Notices

Per unit

US$ 3

Local Tour Guide

Per bus per day

US$ 385

Bottled Water

Per Unit

US$ 6

Child Car Seat

Per unit

US$ 12

Bag of Chips

Per unit

US$ 6

Granola Bars

Per unit

US$ 5

Cold Towel

Per unit

US $ 4

Sodas

Per Unit

US$ 6

Porter

Per person/ per way

US$ 6

Beer

Per unit

US$ 6

Hospitality Desk Half Day ( 4 Hours)

Per staff

US$ 110

Hospitality Desk Full Day ( 8 Hours)

Per staff

US$ 220



VIP SERVICES

TERMINAL A

  • Upon arrival the VIP assistant will wait for the passenger when they are disembarking outside of the main door of the aircraft with a signboard with their name to escort them to the VIP arrivals lounge.
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  • In the VIP Lounge, they will exhaust the immigration process, while they wait in the lounge one of the airport porters will pick up their luggage.
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  • Then they will be escorted through the preferential line in the customs area and towards the exit of the preferential parking lot, to finally make contact with the transport arranged for them.


​TERMINAL B

Upon arrival at the time of disembarkation, the VIP Assistant meets the guest on the Jet bridge, holding a sign with all the names on it.

The client will be escorted to the VIP Arrivals Hall, to exhaust the immigration process, while one of the porters will pick up their luggage.

Then you will be escorted through the preferential line in the customs area and towards the exit of the preferential parking lot, to finally make contact with the transport that you have previously agreed upon.


DEPARTURES

  • Terminal A / Terminal B
  • From there they will be taken to the VIP lounge or boarding gate area.
  • The passenger must complete the registration and/or check-in process at the airline by themselves.
  • Then go to the VIP reception of your terminal, identify themselves with the VIP assistant and from this point they will be escorted in the fast track process (security and migration).·

** Pool Access is only available in Terminal B **
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TOURS & OFFERS





TEAM BUILDING


BOOM TIME

This activity transforms participants into a unified orchestra using Boom whackers lightweight, color-coded plastic tubes tuned by length. Guided by a visual interface, participants collaborate to create an electrifying symphony. As colored blocks appear on a large screen, teams strike their Boom-whackers in perfect timing, building the rhythm as the pace intensifies.

Learning Outcomes:

Boom Time is an energizing conference icebreaker that unites teams in creating dynamic, adrenaline pumping music. This vibrant activity turns any conference room into a lively orchestra, fostering excitement, teamwork, and a sense of unity. It’s a powerful way for individuals to de-stress, have fun, and strengthen group collaboration.



HUMAN BINGO

This is a dynamic, app-based networking activity that puts a fun twist on traditional bingo. Instead of numbers, participants ask questions to discover fun facts, quirky habits, and hidden talents among colleagues. To achieve Bingo, teams must find others who can answer positively or meet specific criteria, sometimes requiring video or photo evidence leading to instant laughs and memorable moments. This fast-paced game fosters friendly competition and strengthens bonds within the team.
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Learning Outcomes


​Human Bingo is perfect for encouraging networking, especially for newly formed teams or those looking to strengthen communication. By discovering more about each other, teams build trust and solidify relationships. The activity’s energetic and informal nature ensures full engagement, while customizable questions tailored to your team or company make the experience even more impactful. Plus, scores, photos, and videos provide a lasting memento of the shared fun.



GO TEAM

This is an app-based adventure installed on tablets, featuring a unique follow arrow to guide teams to waypoints. Upon reaching their destinations, GPS-triggered challenges questions, clues, and pictures are issued, which teams work together to solve. Real-time updates, feedback, and scores keep the race exciting, while bonus missions add unexpected twists. The app accommodates various terrains, from bustling cities to rugged trails, ensuring a dynamic experience for all. With equal distances and routes for each team, crowding at sensitive locations is avoided, and safety is prioritized.

Learning Outcomes:

Go Team excels at fostering improved communication and teamwork. It motivates participants by leveling the playing field, encouraging open expression and collaboration, and inspiring them to take on new challenges. By stepping outside their usual work environment, teams are prompted to think creatively and build trust as they work together. The app’s challenges also enhance problem-solving skills, teaching teams that failure can be a stepping stone to success as they refine their strategies and processes.



BEAT THE BOX

This begins with a mysterious video message in which a strange voice challenges the participants to a game. Each team is faced with a metal box. Inside is a series of locked cases each containing a mystery to be unraveled. In the room the clock ticks counting down the minutes. Teams set about to solve the problems, crack the combinations and unravel the mysteries to advance from one case to the next. And, ultimately they must decipher a code and enter it into an electronic combination lock before the time has elapsed. Can your team Beat the Box?

Learning Outcomes:

In Beat the Box teamwork and a collaborative mind-set are imperative for success. Participants combine their different skills for problem solving and developing creative solutions. The pressure is intense and at times teams will doubt that they can be successful, but a cool head, logical approach and self belief will ensure success.
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​A real test of teamwork. Throughout the course of the activity teams learn to work efficiently and effectively within limited time constraints. Beat the Box is a truly collaborative team exercise as in the final stages of the game teams must cooperate, joining their clues together in order to uncover the correct code.
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FLAT OUT: A FLOAT

The world's most innovative and exciting 'build your own boat' concept! Teams have to select a design, gather together some unlikely building materials and then combine their individual talents to build a seaworthy vessel. The proof of a job well done, takes place on a lake, pool or the open sea. Teams take to the water in a race, regatta, sea battle or full-blown adventure to recover sunken treasure.


Learning Outcomes:

In Flat Out Afloat, teams find out that the 'impossible' becomes very achievable when individuals collaborate and coordinate their efforts. They also discover that true leadership and great ideas can often come from those you least expect.



FORMULA 1

Formula 1 Teams construct an almost full size Formula 1 racing car from a flat pack kit with in a tight time frame. Once constructed, teams decorate their cars so that they are will stand out on the track. Finally, the Grand Prix moment arrives, teams line their cars up at the start line. The checkered flag flies and the cars are off and racing with one team member at the wheel as it is pushed down the track. In a spectacular awards ceremony, the top 3 teams take to the podium.


Learning Outcomes:
​Teams must effectively allocate roles and tasks and ensure close cross functional cooperation to ensure the construction goes according to plan and within the given time frame. Its a challenging project that requires the application and engagement of all team members to succeed. Teams use their creative and artistic skills in pimping their F1 car. As the final race will be won or lost of tight pit changes, teams practice to improve process. The final race fuels healthy competitive spirit between the teams!



PYRAMIDS

In this engaging team-building exercise, each team is given equipment, tools, and detailed plans to assemble a giant pyramid from a 'flat-pack' kit. Once built, teams decorate their pyramids with slogans and colors that can reinforce your brand message, align with a conference theme, or support a chosen charity. The decoration is designed to unify when all pyramids are combined into a colossal structure. Alternatively, custom stickers can be used to adorn the pyramid segments once joined. The activity culminates in a collaborative challenge where all teams work together to construct a massive pyramid from their individual sections.

Learning Outcomes:

Me Focus: Teams initially work on their part of the pyramid, emphasizing resource management and quality control to ensure their building blocks are consistent and timely.

Team Focus: Participants then come together to solve interactive problems, creating the next stage of the pyramid’s structure.

Whole Group Focus: Finally, all teams collaborate to achieve the common goal of constructing a cohesive giant pyramid, reinforcing the power of working together toward a shared objective. This exercise hones problem-solving skills as teams navigate the complexities of assembling a 3D puzzle on a grand scale.



WIN IT IN A MINUTE

Inspired by TV game shows, Win It In A Minute is full of excitement and nail biting moments as your teams battle it out in various and bizarre 60 second challenges. As facilitators reveal each challenge, teams consult amongst themselves and decide which team member is best suited for the task. Once chosen they compete to complete the challenge in 1 minute and then move onto the next challenge. Throughout the program facilitators update the points board to let your teams know their positions. There are a few other challenges and bonus activities on offer to allow teams to pick up some extra points, keeping the energy high throughout the entire activity.

Learning Outcomes:

Win It in a Minute is engaging, energetic and lots of fun. It also has fantastic benefits for team communication skills and developing team strategy. The challenges are all fun and inclusive, and the open format ensures everybody is encouraged to participate but can feel comfortable that they are not under any pressure to take center stage. It has been proven to boost individual morale as team members get to know each other outside of the usual work environment in a non-threatening manner. The challenges are all fun and inclusive, and the open format ensures everybody is encouraged to participate.



THINK ART

Teams are given a 3D object, which will be their canvas as well as black and white and primary colored paints. They explore basic information about contrast, artistic style and color theory. They learn about the relationship between color and our emotions and feelings. Teams decide on a customer profile and then determine how they will represent it in color. They decide on a relevant artistic style, draw a sketch plan and then paint their artwork. Once complete, participants walk around the artworks discussing the characteristics of the profiled client.

Learning Outcomes:

In Think Art participants learn about the relationship between color and emotions. They address customer profiling in a light-hearted and discussion evoking manner. Creativity is unleashed as they represent a customer profile in art. For teams to be successful, individuals must listen to each other, be respectful of differing opinions and reach a common consensus within a limited time frame.




​THE BIG PICTURE

The Big Picture team building exercise commences with individuals joining into small teams. Teams collect brushes, paint, a diagram outlining their individual canvas and, a blank canvas. They then set about as a team to mix paints to create the right colors and paint their canvas. Soon into the exercise, teams realize that in order for the overall artwork to be successful they need to collaborate with other teams. Once complete, the highlight of The Big Picture is the final reveal where, following a debriefing session, the masterpiece is unveiled to all participants for the first time, which always results in loud cheers and thunderous applause.

Learning Outcomes:

Every now and then it is important to step back and look at the ‘big picture’, particularly when looking at an organization and how its people operate and communicate internally. In The Big Picture the importance of teamwork, cooperation and communication is reinforced through the process of painting an artistic masterpiece of truly epic proportions. Prior to the activity, our graphic designers work with you to create an artwork that is reflective of your goals, values, mission and vision. Inspirational in its scale, and with a spectacular reveal, The Big Picture is truly a golden moment for any company to celebrate a shared vision and be inclusive with its employees.
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QUICK FIRE OLYMPICS

The Quick fire Olympics start with the traditional cauldron lightning by torch. Each team starts with a tablet, a box of equipment and some Greek game currency. Their aim is to invest strategically and complete as many challenges within a given time frame. The mental, creative and physical 'Olympic' challenges are in varied difficulty levels and forms - photo, video, single answer, multiple-choice, logic puzzles and more! Teams' The athletes' select the challenges they think they can complete successfully being mindful that each has a cost and reward. But no challenge is too demanding for the top athletes. As time elapses, the pace and risk-taking build, creating an inclusive atmosphere full of fun, laughter and urgency. The winning team is crowned the victor on the podium with Olympic medals. The Quick fire App and activity content can be fully customized to reflect your brand and values.

Learning Outcomes:

With limited time, individuals must throw away inhibitions and have confidence in their strengths. As time progresses, the team realizes the strengths of each athlete, build trust and confidently take on increasing risk for reward. Pair and group challenges require innovative thinking, practical communication skills and collective shared strategy culminating in swift uninhibited action, resembled by the five Olympic rings. Quickfire is a lot of laughs! It leaves teams with a feeling of exhilaration, sportsmanship and oneness! And, most importantly, individuals have learnt to appreciate their strengths and the diverse skills of others in their team



iBUILD

In this highly engaging activity the focus falls on interdepartmental communication and collaboration. Every single participant plays a vital role for the success of their team. Participants are split into small groups and assigned a specific role in the communication chain. The goal is to build a model from very simple elements, following the chosen strategy within a limited amount of time.

Learning Outcomes:

ibuild is a unifying experience with strong outcomes focusing on the importance of language, feedback and creating a step by step project strategy. The strict rules are designed specifically to emphasize the main principles of accurately conveying information. Ibuild is a great way of enhancing internal communication skills between different company teams or departments, as well as, customer communication. The ibuild activity is followed by a debrief session, where participants are encouraged to share their experiences and outline conclusions.



GLOBAL FESTIVAL GAME

Teams represent a group of friends going to a summer music festival. The game app guides teams towards GPS located ‘stages’ positioned around their grounds of their meeting venue The Global Festival ground has 7 different music stages each themed to a different music genre. On arrival at each location the app triggers a variety of challenges, they solve riddles, create photos and videos of ‘festival moments and also research facts on the supporting festival website. The team with the most points at the end, wins.

Learning Outcomes:

Global Festival Game sparks memories and conversation in teams developing bonds. The game stages encourage participants to review and improve their problem-solving skills and processes. By learning to gather and communicate the information effectively, they see a return on their improvement as they gain points for their team and knowledge of the music industry. Limited time and resources put team dynamics to the test, challenging them to be creative and look for opportunity. Each zone allows the allocation of tasks to specific team members, so they can play to their strengths for the overall benefit of the team.



CHAIN REACTION

In Chain Reaction Table Top teams are supplied with a game board and a set of detailed idea cards which they discuss with their group. They share these ideas with other teams to develop a strategy for their overall contraption. Each team designs, builds and tests a number of simple machines. They join them together and retest. Next they join their series of simple machines to the next teams simple machines and work together to ensure it flows from one to the next. Once the contraption is complete and tested, in a grand finale the device is trigger and cascades through each of the simple machines. Much like A Rube Goldberg machine intentionally designed to perform a simple task in an indirect and over-complicated fashion the final action triggers a simple yet amazing final action.

Learning Outcomes:

Collaboration between the teams to share knowledge and resources is imperative to success and to extend the limits of creativity. Teams work to develop a common vision, developing a shared strategy which they put into place by applying excellent project and resource management skills. Successful teams understand the task, the cards, assess available resources, make a rough plan and then throughout construction, they appraise, and accordingly adapt and modify their initial plan. In the testing stages teams learn to be persistent in the face of difficulty with an eye for detail in working towards excellence. Chain Reaction develops a true sense of common purpose and a memorable shared experience when their efforts are rewarded with success!



CSI LA HACIENDA

CSI La Hacienda is an immersive 360 whodunnit team-building activity in which teams sharpen their deductive reasoning and collaborative decision making. Teams collaborate face-to-face to attempt to solve the mystery of the death of Roberto Gonzalez at his Hacienda. With the help of a very well-prepared detective briefcase, live evidence and a helpful web-based 360 Virtual Touring Platform, teams explore the Hacienda looking to solve the mystery in the Hacienda of the Gonzalez Family.
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​Learning Outcomes:
​Participants in CSI La Hacienda employ keen observation to acquire information. Utilizing effective communication, they convey their findings to the team. Critical thinking and reflection will assist teams to analyse and interpret the facts. To reach a consensus, teams must use deductive reasoning and debate as they manage individual interpretations and conflicting opinions. Under time pressure, the teams who solve the mystery will employ divergent thinking in collaborative decision-making. This game challenges and develops team trust and unity.

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