Boats and swimmers off the coast of Saona Island, in the Dominican Republic. Credit: Visuals Fervor LLC/Getty Images As the home of popular tourist destinations such as Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, and Puerto Plata, travelers have long enjoyed visiting the Dominican Republic for its beaches, hiking opportunities, and culture. In fact, a record-breaking 11.6 million people visited the Dominican Republic in 2025, according to Dominican Today. But with recent security and political events happening around the world, such as conflicts in Mexico and the Middle East, travelers may think twice about traveling internationally. Consulting the U.S. State Department’s travel advisory system, the agency’s last update for the Dominican Republic was in June of last year with a 'Level 2 - Exercise Increased Caution' level. This means there is no immediate reason for the government to discourage travel to the country.…