Just like that, it’s the end of the summer and all of us—especially your clients—are asking ourselves and each other, Where did the season go?!? What did we even do this summer?! Is it too late to save it?
Well, the answers to the first two questions are A) We don’t know, either and B) Absolutely not. In fact, as a travel advisor, you should absolutely blast a public service announcement to your customers that there’s still time to salvage the season past by extending it into September. Fall break can easily be rewound to summer vacation with the right destination, giving Americans a chance to get that much-needed dose of vitamin sea.
However, one of the primary concerns for booking close to any departure date is availability. With so many people already pre-booked at the most popular resorts in the most desired destinations, is there any space left at any luxury resorts? Are there any good values or savings this close in, or will they be stuck paying a premium to go somewhere good this close in?
But we’ve got an ace in the hole for those looking for a last-minute escape.
Now with $150 Instant Savings for September 2025!
ALG Vacations® has word of availability at a gorgeous, below-the-radar, family-friendly but adults-loved resort on a stunning beach just 15 minutes from an airport known for reasonably priced flights and short flight times from the East Coast and Midwest of the United States. Our secret … is actually a Dreams.
Specifically, Dreams® Cap Cana Resort & Spa, an Unlimited-Luxury® resort that’s part of the exclusive Hyatt Inclusive Collection.
Tucked inside a gated community on Juanillo Beach just minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), it’s super easy to get to. PUJ is the busiest airport in the Dominican Republic as the main gateway to this region, and the second-busiest in all of the Caribbean. And not only are there plenty of nonstop flights arriving every hour, including ALGV’s high-commission Exclusive Nonstop Vacation Flights, it’s a pleasure to fly in and out of. Two terminals, free WiFi, and amenities such as Priority Pass-participating airport lounges (including one with a rooftop pool!) and a children’s play area helps visitors hold onto that vacation feeling just a little bit longer.
But back to the resort itself: it’s amazing that there’s still availability here for September and October travel. This property has a lot going for it, so we’ll just give you the overview.
Room for Everyone
With 519 rooms and suites, a family-friendly policy and adults-oriented luxury, Dreams Cap Cana is one of those one-size-fits-all picks. A color palette of turquoise, blue, white, and warm wood tones is rich and vibrant while also being calm and soothing, and minimalist details with clean, sharp lines and lovely details without any additional fuss make it a blank slate retreat.
All rooms come with a private, furnished balcony or terrace, a daily refreshed mini bar, plush mattresses and crisp bedding, full bathrooms with rain showers, and comfortable living spaces. This can mean a sofa bed, easy chairs and ottomans clustered around a coffee table, or a table for dining. Plenty of surface area like broad dressers, shelving, and luggage areas help keep the floors clear and the feeling of spaciousness intact.
Upgraded Accommodations
When the basics start with such a high bar, it’s hard to argue an upgrade … but when it comes to Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection, the Preferred Club is always worth it.
Access to the exclusive lounge is invaluable for adults looking for a quieter, more intimate space than the public areas, and the all-day snacks are amazing for parents who need to drop in for a no-wait snack for a fussy child. Upgraded spirits at the bar are also a boon for grown-ups of both types.
Also a huge perk for those looking to get away from any crowds—a restaurant reserved exclusively for Preferred Club guests during breakfast and lunch service, both of which are à la carte. A dedicated beach area expands the feelings of privacy and peace from indoors to out, and the special concierge service can take care of anything else.
But for one of the coolest features of this upgrade, you don’t even need to leave your room. In fact, you don’t want to. Balcony pools literally elevate the concept of swim-up suites, and the ones at Dreams® Cap Cana are amazing.
These higher floor units have access to a semi-private pool they can step down into right from the terrace. Some have ocean views and others have pool views, but the point is that no matter what, the view is from the novelty of being in a pool above it all.
Of course, non-swim-out categories are also available. Being oceanfront has its obvious benefits, and so does having a plunge pool from a two-story villa as well.
Sip, Savor & See … Differently
Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection is known for the Sip, Savor & See program, which allows guests to have dinner and take part in the entertainment of nearby sister resorts. At Dreams Cap Cana, this benefit is perfect for guests to experience the gorgeous adults-only Secrets® Cap Cana Resort & Spa, whose seven à la carte gourmet restaurants include the Inclusive Collection’s most beloved classic concepts.
This is an added benefit because Dreams Cap Cana offers unique dining venues not commonly found across the Inclusive Collection’s resorts, making it a rare opportunity to let their culinary team flex. While you’ll still find staples like Barefoot Grill, 24-hour Coco Café, and Olio Mediterranean, you’ll want to note these venues:
- Toura, a gourmet steakhouse with a casual dress code and vibe
- The Coral Keg, an à la carte brewery and grill
- Oke for Japanese and pan-Asian dishes
- Mesa Central, an international buffet with breakfast, lunch, and dinner service
- Maravento for Italian feasts ordered à la carte
- Candela, a Caribbean grill featuring specialties of the island and the sea beyond
The Palm Bar also hosts à la carte lunch for Preferred Club guests. A total of six bars are at your service across the resort.
Plenty to Do
The amenities of Dreams Cap Cana run the gamut for all ages, vacation styles, and leisure interests. Travelers who just need some time to lounge and soak up sunshine can do so on Juanillo Beach, where servers will deliver drinks right to your chair, or any of the four pools, where in addition to wait service, you may even have the option to swim right up to the bar.
There’s a lazy river, too, that’s open to everyone, and facilities specifically for kids and teens only. Other options to burn off energy include two pickleball courts, a tennis court, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. And a full schedule of daily activities and evening entertainment, including shows held at the theater, let guests have as lively a stay as they like.
Travel advisors can also effortlessly add excursions to packages to Dreams Cap Capa through ALGV’s booking engine—we partner with Amstar DMC, so we have the inside scoop on what the best tours in Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic are.
