From out of the vivid turquoise-blue hues of the Atlantic, a powdered-sugar beach stretches the length of the Dominican Republic's Eastern shore. This seemingly endless path of stunning white sand is a fitting welcome mat to the all-inclusive Occidental Grand Punta Cana.

This Spanish-style mega resort amazes guests with its impressive amenities: over 700 yards of spectacular beachfront on the most celebrated beach in the country; hundreds of picturesque coconut palms dotting the shoreline and swaying over thatched-roof palapas providing beachgoers with shade; 865 luxuriously-appointed rooms in 17 three-story, white buildings; nine themed restaurants and seven bars, all included in the nightly room rate; Three dazzling, lagoon-style swimming pools - one dedicated to children only as part of the Kids Club; A never-ending schedule of daily activities, water sports and live nightly shows; And one surprisingly quick 20-minute ride delivers guests here straightaway from the airport.