Looking
forward
In 2025, we continue advancing toward a modern tourism model where economic development, environmental conservation and social well-being coexist and reinforce one another. The main milestones at the time of presenting this report are:
GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE
- Consolidation of Environmental and Social Management: Delivery of the second Environmental and Social Compliance Report (ESCR) for IDB Invest for the construction phase; fourth environmental and social audit by IDB Invest’s independent consultants and associated compliance certification obtained; second internal audit of the General Contractor conducted to ensure compliance with Tropicalia’s Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS).
- Anti-corruption Policies and Training: Appointment of the compliance officer and launch of Tropicalia’s anti-corruption policy, with implementation of an anonymous reporting system. Tropicalia employees trained on this policy, the ESMS, and the Code of Conduct and Internal Work Regulations.
- Progress in Key Permits: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Environment for the extension of work hours and the tree transplant permit for Four Seasons Tropicalia.
GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE
- Consolidation of Environmental and Social Management: Delivery of the second Environmental and Social Compliance Report (ESCR) for IDB Invest for the construction phase; third environmental and social audit by IDB Invest’s independent consultants completed and associated compliance certification obtained; second internal audit of the General Contractor on its application of the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) completed.
- Anti-Corruption Policies and Training: Appointment of the compliance officer and launch of Tropicalia’s anti-corruption policy, with implementation of an anonymous reporting system. Training workshops directed at Tropicalia employees on this policy, the ESMS, and the Code of Conduct and Internal Work Regulations were conducted.
- Progress in Key Permits: Obtain approval from the Ministry of Environment for the extension of work hours and the tree transplant permit for Four Seasons Tropicalia.
CONSERVATION AND BIODIVERSITY
- Active Biodiversity Management: Marked 75 large-sized trees for transplant. Stopped unauthorized clearing in a wetland to protect native species.
- Water Resource Management: A water resource management strategy is being developed to optimize efficient, responsible management and source diversification.
- Marine Fauna Protection: The construction site’s nighttime lighting was adjusted to avoid affecting the sea turtle nesting habitat; four freshwater turtles (Trachemys stejnegeri) were rescued on site and reintroduced into wetlands; participation in the launch of the National Sea Turtle Network; and renewed support for Protortuga.
- Native Landscaping: A 15,000 m² nursery was built to support the landscaping and reforestation plan for the Four Seasons Tropicalia construction footprint. The nursery has the capacity to receive thousands of shrubs and herbaceous species and up to 750 medium and tall trees, in a planting plan of almost 300,000 native individuals from the area’s primary forest.
CONSERVATION AND BIODIVERSITY
- Active biodiversity management: Marked 75 large-sized trees for transplant. Stopped unauthorized clearing in a wetland to protect native species.
- Water resource management: A water resource management strategy is being developed to optimize efficient, responsible management and source diversification.
- Marine fauna protection: The construction site’s nocturnal lighting was adjusted to avoid affecting the sea turtle nesting habitat; two freshwater turtles (Trachemys stejnegeri) were rescued on site and reintroduced into wetlands; participation in the launch of the National Sea Turtle Network; and renewed support for Protortuga.
- Native landscaping: A 15,000 m² nursery was built to support the landscaping and reforestation plan for the Four Seasons Tropicalia construction footprint. The nursery has the capacity to receive thousands of shrubs and herbaceous species and up to 750 medium and tall trees, in a planting plan of almost 300,000 native individuals.
CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN
- Planning phase for Greater Tropicalia: Developed hydric studies to support the subsequent development phases of Tropicalia.
- Four Seasons Tropicalia permits and certifications: Building start permits for all buildings were obtained from the Ministry of Housing and Edifications (MIVED).
CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN
- Planning phase for Greater Tropicalia: Developed Hydric studies to support the subsequent development phases of Tropicalia.
- Four Seasons Tropicalia Permits and Certifications: Construction permits for all buildings were obtained from the Ministry of Housing and Edifications (MIVED).
NETWORKING
- FITUR 2025: William R. Phelan represented Promiches at FITUR 2025 (Madrid) and at Vitrina Turística ANATO (Colombia), Colombia’s tourism fair, to promote the destination to international markets.
- ALIS CALA 2025: We participated in ALIS CALA 2025 in Miami, where William R. Phelan joined a panel with industry leaders to discuss how to navigate hospitality investment and development in the Caribbean and Latin America.
- The Law Firm Network: We participated in The Law Firm Network as panelists and ‘keynote speakers,’ positioning Tropicalia as an innovative leader in sustainable luxury tourism development.
NETWORKING
- FITUR 2025: William R. Phelan represented Promiches at FITUR 2025 (Madrid) and at Vitrina Turística ANATO (Colombia), Colombia’s tourism fair, to promote the destination to international markets.
- ALIS CALA 2025: We participated in ALIS CALA 2025 in Miami, where William R. Phelan joined a panel with industry leaders to discuss how to navigate hospitality investment and development in the Caribbean and Latin America.
- The Law Firm Network: We participated in The Law Firm Network as panelists and ‘keynote speakers,’ positioning Tropicalia as an innovative leader in sustainable luxury tourism development.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND STRATEGIC ALLIANCES
Funding: Fundación Tropicalia obtained a national grant of US$21,000 for 2026 from CONANI.
Recognition: Fundación Tropicalia received the 2025 Community Impact Award from The Law Firm Network, including a €2,000 donation.
Collaborations:
- We supported the organization of the Festival de Ecosistemas de Miches, an educational initiative carried out alongside CEBSE (Conservación y Ecodesarrollo Bahía de Samaná y Entorno), The Nature Conservancy, and Promiches.
- We began developing a case study with Barna Management School focused on the impact stemming from the Soy niña, soy importante initiative.
- We formalized an alliance with Equimundo to develop a baseline study to work on new masculinities and begin developing programs for boys.
- The World Bank donated computers to Fundación Tropicalia.
Education: Expanded the scholarship offering through partnerships with the Serranía Hotel Technical School, providing options in hospitality and gastronomy for Dominican women, and ITESMARENA, with careers in environment. Additionally, the alliance with Universidad ISA now includes environmental management, business administration, and education.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND STRATEGIC ALLIANCES
Funding: Fundación Tropicalia obtained a state grant of US$21,000 for 2026.
Recognition: Fundación Tropicalia received the 2025 Community Impact Award from The Law Firm Network, including a €2,000 donation.
Collaborations:
- We were part of the organization of the Miches Ecosystems Festival, an educational event held with the Conservation and Eco-development of Samaná Bay and Environment (CEBSE), The Nature Conservancy, and Promiches.
- We began developing a case study with Barna Management School focused on the impact stemming from the Soy niña, soy importante initiative.
- We formalized an alliance with Equimundo to develop a baseline study to work on new masculinities and begin developing actions specifically aimed at boys.
- The World Bank donated computers to Fundación Tropicalia.
Education: Expanded the scholarship offering through partnerships with the Serranía Hotel Technical School, providing options in hospitality and gastronomy for Dominican women, and ITESMARENA, with careers in environment. Additionally, the alliance with ISA University now includes environmental management, business administration, and education.