Westin Launches Testing Program at Punta Cana Resort

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - January 21, 2021

Marriott’s Westin Puntacana Resort and Club has launched a new on-site testing program to help travelers comply with the new CDC testing requirements.

The property has integrated both PCR and antigen tests for all guests who need a negative test result to return to the United States.

Testing is provided by the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Public Health and Ministry of Tourism.

The rapid antigen test is free, while the PCR test costs either $100 or $150, depending on the requisite rapidity.

For more, visit the Westin Punta Cana.

— CJ

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