Maxim Magazine to launch luxury resort brand

PUERTO PLATA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC— Elliott, a leader in resort hospitality and real estate in the  Dominican Republic, announced an exclusive partnership with Dennis Publishing, the parent company of the world renowned Maxim Lifestyle brand, to launch ‘Maxim Bungalows’ in two locations in  the Dominican Republic. The two locations are Cofresi Beach on the country’s north coast in the Puerto  Plata region and Juan Dolio on the south coast, close to the capital city Santo Domingo. 

Maxim discovered the Dominican Republic during a November 2006 photo shoot at Sun Village. PHOTO: Jim Malucci

Opening in December 2007, Maxim Bungalows at Cofresi Beach will feature 108 studio, one and two bedroom luxury bungalow accommodations for those looking for an escape from the city hustle and bustle. The resort is located only 30 minutes from the Puerto Plata International Airport and 60 minutes from the Santiago International Airport. Guests staying at Maxim Bungalows will enjoy unparalleled luxury service. Each guest will be greeted at the airport and driven to the resort by a luxury SUV and given VIP access on and off property at all the top restaurants, bars and golf courses.  

Each bungalow will be appointed with 5 star amenities geared to sophisticated travelers including resort- wide WI-FI, iHome audio capabilities, plasma screen TVs, and superior personal care products.  Maxim guests will unwind and enjoy cocktails under the Caribbean sun whether it is by the pools, cabanas, lounge or beach reserved exclusively for the guests of the Maxim Bungalows. Maxim Bungalow guests will also be able to enjoy preferential access to The Spa, a new state of the art 17,000 square-foot spa and fitness center that offers a range of premier quality products and services for mind, body and soul.

Suite at Maxim Bungalows, Cofresi

  The 54 foot Maxim yacht, ‘Independence,’ will be available exclusively for Maxim guests to charter for day trips and evening soirees. For surfing and kite boarding enthusiasts, Maxim Bungalows at Cofresi Beach are a short distance from the nearby village of Cabarete.  Guests will also enjoy active vacation  adventures in the Puerto Plata region with scuba diving, sailing, white water rafting, hiking, golf and other local excursions.  

“With the Dominican Republic becoming the newest hot spot in the Caribbean, it was finally time to build an ultra luxury resort for the new generation of traveler.  Our partnership with Maxim caters to travelers with disposable income who are looking for the next adventure,” said Derek Elliott, President and Chief Executive Officer of Elliott .

Stephen Colvin, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dennis Publishing, Inc. said, “We are delighted to be in partnership with Elliott to create these superb 5 star destinations on this truly wonderful Caribbean island. Life is better when you are having fun and a vacation at the bungalows will turn grown adults into gushing children as they escape the stresses and strains of their daily lives and indulge in the numerous amenities available, such as a trip on the yacht to the private ‘Castaway Beach’ for their own private BBQ and snorkeling.”   

For more information or to register for pre-booking, please visit: www.maximbungalows.com