# Argentina Is Now the Third-Largest Source of Tourists to the Dominican Republic

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Published: 2026-09-27T11:30:53.996Z
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Author: Joan Sanz
Topics: Airlines
Summary: Collado confirmed the data at the International Tourism Fair of Latin America, where the DR is a partner country. The Argentine market is now a key driver.

## Article

The Dominican Republic now has a confirmed third source market: **Argentina**, according to Tourism Minister **David Collado**, speaking at the **International Tourism Fair of Latin America (FIT)**, which runs through September 29 with the Caribbean country as a featured partner, as reported by [Listín Diario](https://listindiario.com/economia/20260927/argentina-tercer-emisor-turistas-rd-informa-collado_923801.html).

The figure matters more than it looks. Argentina joins the podium traditionally occupied by **the United States and Canada**, confirming the South American pivot the country has been building since air connectivity was restored and promotion focused on Buenos Aires, Córdoba and Rosario. For hoteliers in **Punta Cana, Bávaro and Samaná**, the Argentine traveler brings long stays, mid-to-high spending and a seasonality that fits well with the Dominican low season.

The read for the industry is straightforward. Diversifying source markets reduces the historical dependence on North America and gives local tour operators room to build packages for a profile that already knows the Caribbean and is looking for experience, not just beach. The Dominican presence at FIT, with its own stand and meetings with airlines and tour operators, suggests this position will be defended and expanded in the coming years.

## Sources

- Listín Diario: https://listindiario.com/economia/20260927/argentina-tercer-emisor-turistas-rd-informa-collado_923801.html

## Citation

Argentina Is Now the Third-Largest Source of Tourists to the Dominican Republic. Turismo News. 2026-09-27. https://turismo.news/en/digest/argentina-third-tourist-source-dominican-republic