Check out these Four Culturally Immersive Excursions to Celebrate World Tourism Day

As World Tourism Day approaches on September 27th, with this year’s theme focused on “Tourism and Peace,” Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts offers a perfect example of how tourism can bridge cultures and promote understanding.

Throughout the hotel collection’s Caribbean properties, diverse excursions provide more than just stunning sights—they offer immersive experiences that connect travelers with the rich cultures and natural wonders of each destination.

From exploring the crystal-clear waters of Isla Mujeres at Grand Tulum to witnessing the bioluminescent glow of Runaway Bay at Grand Jamaica, Bahia Principe properties present an opportunity to experience how tourism fosters global harmony.

Here are a few engaging excursions offered at Bahia Principe properties:

–          Grand Tulum: This property embraces its Rivera Maya location and the surrounding Caribbean Sea by offering an excursion to “Isla Mujeres”. This island is known for its clear waters and indigenous cultural influence. Tourists can go snorkeling in coral reefs to visit native marine life or wander the streets of the island to view the architecture that has been influenced by Mayan civilization.

–          Grand El Portillo: Samaná, the peninsula located in northern Dominican Republic, is home to Los Haitises, one of the four national parks in the country. This property highlights Samaná’s costal culture through its Samaná Deluxe excursion. Tourists can explore caves, mangroves and the tropical jungle in Los Haitises national park while learning about the native Tainos that previously inhabited the island.

–          Grand Jamaica: Tourists can experience a natural phenomenon in Runaway Bay with this property’s Luminous Lagoon excursion. The water in this lagoon lights up due to bioluminescent organisms that react to movement emitting neon hues at night. Tourists can enjoy a dreamy boat ride to one of the four places in the world with this natural wonder.

–          Luxury Esmeralda: Surrounded by luscious landscapes, this property fully integrates with its agricultural setting by offering a tour of an eco-plantation. The plantation offers tours through fields where sugar, pineapple and cacao grow with the tour ending in a chocolate tasting. Tourists can learn about the traditional production process on Dominican plantations while receiving a guided demonstration.