Eco-Bahia has been honored at the latest edition of the National Tourism Award, highlighting its role as a leader in environmental sustainability initiatives in the Dominican Republic. This award distinguishes organizations that promote sustainable development, innovation, and excellence in the tourism sector.
The recognition was received by Álex Matás, the Foundation’s Director in the country, during a ceremony that gathered political leaders, business executives, entrepreneurs, and representatives of organizations linked to the tourism industry.
The Foundation was awarded for its unwavering commitment to sustainable development and its significant efforts in the preservation of the environment.
“This recognition fills us with pride and, above all, motivation to continue working toward a tourism model that not only enjoys nature but also respects and protects it. At Eco-Bahia, we firmly believe that sustainability is the path to secure the future of our ecosystems and the communities that depend on them,” said Álex Matás, Director of the foundation in the Dominican Republic.
With a presence in the Dominican Republic since 2023, and more than 25 years of experience in other Grupo Piñero and Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts destinations, Eco-Bahia has established a model of responsible tourism that combines conservation, ecological restoration, and environmental education.
Among its achievements are the protection of more than 1,700 sea turtle hatchlings and the development of awareness programs that have reached thousands of children, young people, and visitors in the eastern region. Additionally, the Foundation has promoted purposeful tourism experiences that engage visitors in conservation activities.
These efforts are further supported by ecosystem restoration projects and strategic alliances with national institutions, consolidating a model where tourism and sustainability grow together.
During the award ceremony, Luis Santiago Severino, President of the National Tourism Award, emphasized that the prize recognizes those who, through effort, creativity, and commitment, have elevated the quality and sustainability of Dominican tourism.
This recognition reaffirms the Eco-Bahia Foundation as a regional benchmark in responsible and regenerative tourism, consolidating Grupo Piñero’s vision of promoting a tourism model that respects biodiversity while fostering the development of local communities in the destinations where it operates.
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