Punta Cana 2026
It’s official Team! Black Excellence Beach Weekend 2026 is going down!
Please save the dates: June 25 – 29, 2026. We are traveling to Dominican Republic where Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana will be our host hotel. It’s an all-inclusive resort (unlimited food and unlimited alcohol) and an adults only property.
This will be a “reunion weekend” as the group is headed back to the destination of the greatest trip of all time: Black Excellence Beach Weekend 2021. However, due to the pandemic that year, the group has unfinished business and we can’t wait to fully experience the beautiful country of Dominican Republic. This will be the 8th Annual BEBW and Carl is celebrating his milestone birthday with a Black & White Gala. The turn up will be legendary!
Also, we have so much positive momentum after the group’s recent trip to Colombia. It was an official BEBW takeover and we bought out the entire resort. Every event was epic and the hotel even shared that our group drank 480 bottles of Don Julio during the weekend. 480 BOTTLES OF DON JULIO! #BEBW2025 was one of the best vacations of all time and we know Punta Cana will be an amazing experience. The energy will be next level!
Everybody is invited to attend this special weekend. One of the best parts is that the trip is multi-generational. We have people from all ages (18+), so nobody is too young/too old to travel with our group. The trips are like one big family reunion. Also, people fly from all over the country to participate in this dope travel experience. In the past, the cities with the most attendees have been: St. Louis, Chicago, Indianapolis, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Detroit, Houston, New York City, Omaha, and the DMV area.
And the events planned for next summer will be incredible! There will be a “Welcome to Punta Cana” Party, Meet & Greet Mixer, Speed Dating/Singles Activity, BEBW Pool Party, Sunset Kickback, Cigar Social, Karaoke Night, Sunday Service and of course the Beach Day Party. Lastly, can’t forget about the annual Boat Party and then the semi-formal Black & White Gala. Remember, friends don’t let friends miss group trips. No team member left behind. One band, one sound!
So let’s get this party started y’all! Black Excellence Beach Weekend 2026 will go down in history and be added to the Mount Rushmore of group trips. But in the interim, please follow us on Instagram @BlackExcellenceTravelTeam and we hope to see everyone in Punta Cana. Let’s go!!! For the cause!!! #BEBW2026 #Celebrate38
june 25 - 29, 2026
Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana
Host Hotel:
Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana
Hotel Amenities:
Adults Only Resort (must be age 18 and older)
All-Inclusive; Unlimited food & beverage options
24-hour room service
Seven gourmet dining venues including five à la carte restaurants, an international buffet, and a beachside grill
Eleven bars and lounges, including three swim-up bars and a lazy river pool bar
Full access to 23 additional dining and bar options at Dreams Royal Beach Punta Cana (connecting property)
World-class spa for massages, pampering, and a number of other treatments
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
Multiple pools with tropical views and views of the ocean
Pool and beach wait service
Daily water sports and fitness activities
Nightly entertainment including live shows and themed parties
Nightclub on property, Casino on property, Sports Bar (at connecting property Dreams Royal Beach)
Payment Requirements
Deposit: $200 per person
Please note that per the cancellation policy, the deposit is non-refundable.
Accepting deposits starting Friday, August 15, 2025
Payment Schedule
November 14th - Deposit Due Date
January 9th - Second Payment Date
March 6th - Third Payment Date
May 1st - Final Payment Date
Each Room Package includes:
5 days, 4 nights or 4 days, 3 nights accommodation
All activities listed on the itinerary except the excursions, which are optional
Admission to the group’s private events including Meet & Greet Mixer, “Welcome to Punta Cana” Party,” Beach Day Party, Cigar Social, Sunday Service, Boat Party (additional cost), Sunset Kickback, BEBW Pool Party, Karaoke Night and the Black & White Gala
Room Packages DO NOT include:
Flights to and from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Transportation to and from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) to Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana
The optional off-site excursions
Any off-site meals/beverages
Travel insurance
Referral Program
For every new person you bring on the trip, you will receive $100 off your hotel reservation
Please note: a new person is defined as someone who has never attended BEBW in the past. And this credit can only be applied to individuals who have previously traveled with our group (not applicable for first timers).
The Black Excellence Beach Weekend Experience
Tentative Itinerary
Thursday, June 25th
MORNING
Group Excursion (for those individuals who arrive early; not included in package)
Afternoon
Arrival - Group Check-In
(Transportation from airport to resort is NOT included in package)
Evening
Meet & Greet - Private Cocktail Reception
“Welcome to Punta Cana” Party
Friday, June 26th
Morning
Group Excursions (NOT included in package)
Afternoon
Boat Party (not included in package)
Evening
Sunset Kickback (Outdoor soiree)
Saturday, June 27th
Morning
Group Excursions (NOT included in package)
Afternoon
Beach Club Party
Evening
Karaoke Night
Sunday, June 28th
Morning/Afternoon
Sunday Service
Group Excursions (NOT included in package)
Afternoon
BEBW Pool Party
Evening
Black & White Gala
Cigar Social
Monday, June 29th
Departure
(Transportation from resort to airport is NOT included in package)