I'm sure you've heard of Punta Cana, but have you heard about Miches?
Since it's a new destination, there's only a handful of resorts open in the area, and I was able to see three of them: Zemi Miches, Secrets/Dreams Playa Esmeralda, and Marriot Miches Beach.
First, I'll start with Zemi Miches as that's where I stayed. At this point, the resort is 80% completed. They're still working on the spa, kids area, and the private bungalows. I was surprised to hear that this hotel is part of the Hilton All Inclusive Collection as it's unique and boasts elements of the surrounding Taino culture. It has 10 restaurants/bars, four pools, water slides, and event space. There's also a preferred club area that has a rooftop pool and additional dining options.
Standard rooms have a variety of views- tropical, ocean, and beach. There's also a plunge pool option on the first floor. They have connecting rooms available and a suite category perfect for families with a King bed and 2 Queen beds. The beachfront bungalows come in a suite, 1 bedroom, or 2 bedroom option.
The pools were lovely. The main pool has a swim up bar and a food truck poolside. I believe there were also two hot tubs in that area. The beach is natural- the sand is more brown than white. But the water was lovely, it was even warmer than the pool. I would suggest water shoes as there's some rocks in the area. The resort also offers complimentary water sports like paddle boards and kayaks.
My overall thoughts on this resort is that it's perfect for multigenerational trips and also couples looking for a relaxing getaway. The kids will stay entertained with the kids club, teen club, and water slides. I could see honeymooners really enjoying the beachfront bungalows, spa, and great dining. The overall vibe is more relaxed than what you might find at Punta Cana.