PUNTA CANA PODCAST

Welcome to our latest episode, "Discover Real Veterans’ Healing Stories in Paradise 🇩🇴 | Veterans Moving to Punta Cana". In this inspiring episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we explore why so many U.S. veterans are moving to Punta Cana to start a new chapter of wellness, peace, and purpose. Our guest, Noreen McKnight from Veterans Care International (VCI), shares her incredible story of transforma...

Welcome to our latest episode, "Discover Real Veterans’ Healing Stories in Paradise 🇩🇴 | Veterans Moving to Punta Cana". In this inspiring episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we explore why so many U.S. veterans are moving to Punta Cana to start a new chapter of wellness, peace, and purpose. Our guest, Noreen McKnight from Veterans Care International (VCI), shares her incredible story of transforma...

Want to grow your business and attract high-paying clients in 2025? In this video, we share entrepreneur success strategies that show you exactly how to position your business to attract high-paying clients in 2025. These proven strategies help you stand out in a crowded market, sell premium offers with confidence, and create a sustainable business that builds wealth while giving you freedom and i...

Welcome to our latest episode, "Punta Cana Beauty & Wellness | Energy Healing, Self-Awareness, and Inner Transformation!". Discover the ultimate beauty and wellness experience in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Since 2011, Tatiana Stukalova, also known as TatiCosmos, has been helping people connect with their energies, awaken self-awareness, and transform both their inner and outer beauty. With ov...

Welcome to our latest episode, "Veteran Healthcare 2025 | How Specialized Medical Care is Changing Lives in Punta Cana , Can veterans really get better healthcare abroad? In this insightful episode, we meet a dedicated international doctor working at Veterans Care International in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic where personalized care is transforming the lives of U.S. Veterans. Whether you’re curi...

Welcome to our latest episode, From Air Force to Author | You Won’t Believe Her Story! In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we explore the incredible journey of a U.S. veteran who transformed her life after serving in the Air Force. From facing personal loss and the challenges of military service to becoming a published author, DJ, music producer, and creative force, her story is nothing sho...

Welcome to our latest episode, " Can Creativity Transforms Spaces?". A Journey of Inspiration explores the incredible story of Ralph Solano, an artist in constant process from the Dominican Republic. Born in Jarabacoa and now thriving in Punta Cana, Ralph has dedicated his life to art, design, and sustainable spaces. From childhood drawings to painting, decoration, his journey shows how creativity...

Welcome to our latest episode, "Parenting and Building Community | How Can Families Thrive Abroad?". In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we sit down with Yineidy mom, educator, entrepreneur, and founder of Bright. Three years ago, she and her family made the life-changing move from New York/New Jersey to the Dominican Republic, settling in Punta Cana with their newborn daughter. We talk abo...

Welcome to our latest episode, “Turning Stories Into Tattoos | Emotional Ink in Punta Cana". In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we feature tattoo artist Vera Landolfi, whose unique approach to tattooing transforms personal stories into emotional art. Drawing on a rich background in visual communication design, drawing, photography, sculpture, web design, and art direction, Vera creates tat...

Welcome to our latest episode, How to Turn Your Beauty Career into a Caribbean Business Success? Nicolle Gaalas went from owning five hair extension salons in the U.S. to launching a beauty and wellness brand in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we feature Nicolle’s inspiring journey of moving abroad, embracing the expat lifestyle, and building a successful...

Welcome to our latest episode, “From Combat to Clarity: A Powerful Veteran Story of Healing and Purpose". In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we feature the powerful veteran story of Keenan Moreland, who completed seven combat tours between the U.S. Marine Corps and Army. From enlisting at 18 to retiring as a sergeant at 35, Keenan opens up about life on the front lines, the emotional after...

Welcome to our latest episode, “Cigar Mastery in Punta Cana: Tips for a Better Smoking Experience in Paradise".Meet Bert van Kol, with decades of experience in the cigar world, Bert van Kol is the co-founder of Vivaldi Cigars and a pioneer in Dominican cigar culture. After launching the brand during the Dominican cigar boom of the 1990s, he settled in Punta Cana where he continues to educate and i...

Beyond the Gym: How Holistic Fitness Transforms Mind and Body In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we dive into the world of holistic fitness with a seasoned expert who brings over 25 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. From working with elite athletes in the NBA, FIFA, and Formula 1 to supporting artists in the worlds of music, fashion, and film, our guest has developed...

Beyond the Court: How Tennis Shapes Caribbean Values In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of a Dominican athlete whose life has been shaped by tennis, discipline, and deep cultural roots. Our guest, Félix de los Santos, is a seasoned tennis coach and former multi-sport athlete with over 40 years of experience in the world of competitive sports.

In this empowering episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we're joined by Cindy Van Dyck, a Belgian-born business coach and digital strategist who’s redefining what it means to build a business that supports your lifestyle. As the founder of The Unfaced Strategy, Cindy has helped over 400 entrepreneurs grow sustainable online businesses rooted in freedom—not burnout. With over a decade of experience i...

From Canada to Punta Cana: Building Family Business In this inspiring episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we talk with a Canadian expat who has called the Dominican Republic home since 1994. What started as a humble role in the hotel industry has grown into a thriving family-run business in Punta Cana, known for its heart, service, and dedication to every customer. Now the manager of Chez Nicole, a...

In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we welcome LeLiana Sarge—entrepreneur, speaker, wife, mother of four, and founder of The Fierce Woman movement. Known for her unapologetic faith, practical strategy, and soul-level impact, LeLiana shares how she empowers women to break generational cycles, reclaim clarity, and live boldly in their divine purpose. From helping women rise out of heartbreak...

From Canada to Punta Cana: Building Family Business In this inspiring episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we talk with a Canadian expat who has called the Dominican Republic home since 1994. What started as a humble role in the hotel industry has grown into a thriving family-run business in Punta Cana, known for its heart, service, and dedication to every customer. Now the manager of Chez Nicole, a...

In this episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, meet Tiffany Paulino — a proud Dominican-American, occupational therapist, and faith-driven entrepreneur. Born and raised in New York City, Tiffany shares her inspiring story of leaving the U.S. behind to build a new life in the Dominican Republic with her husband and daughter. Tiffany opens up about the values that guide her — faith, family, and purpose...

In this inspiring episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, we sit down with Amanda Mercedes—a dedicated animal rescuer who turned her passion into purpose after relocating from a small town near Green Bay, Wisconsin, to the tropical paradise of Punta Cana. Amanda shares her journey from first visiting Punta Cana in 2016 to making it her permanent home in 2019, all while raising her young son and discove...

From guest to manager: Hotel industry insights Industry insights take center stage in this episode of The Punta Cana Podcast. Join us as we talk with Alberto Dugarte, who shares his powerful story of moving from Venezuela to the Dominican Republic, starting as a night receptionist, and rising to become the manager of a top hotel in Punta Cana. Get inspired by his transition to expat life, his love...

Finding peace underwater becomes a powerful journey of diving and wellness in this episode all about scuba diving in Punta Cana. Join Roberto — a passionate advocate of language, creativity, and wellness — as he explores how the ocean becomes a source of healing, clarity, and balance. Punta Cana: A Wellness Oasis Beneath the Waves Through the lens of diving in Punta Cana, this episode dives into t...

Education is the focus of this inspiring episode of the Punta Cana Podcast, featuring visionary educator Vivian Paulino, founder and director of Pauline's Garten, a thriving private school in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Born in Santo Domingo and raised between the Dominican Republic and the United States, Vivian shares how her journey—rooted in faith, family, and determination—led her to pione...

From Passion to Purpose: A Marathon Towards Success Athletic life in Punta Cana meets purpose and passion in this inspiring episode of the Punta Cana Podcast. This week, we dive into a story fueled by passion — for fitness, for freedom, and for building a meaningful life in Punta Cana. Join us as we speak with Mandy Herfst, whose journey embodies the essence of living with purpose and passion in p...

Welcome to our latest episode, “Giving Back to the Community in Punta Cana | Tabitha’s Closet.” In this impactful edition of the Punta Cana Podcast, we speak with Cora Taveras, originally from Canada, who shares how she turned a simple donation idea into Tabitha’s Closet—an expanding outreach initiative that supports families, orphanages, churches, and charities across the Dominican Republic. What...