Devin's Bach Trip 🌴 Punta Cana 2026

5 days, 13 guys, zero regrets. Tap a day to expand.

THU · OCT 22

🛬 Arrival & Warm-Up Night

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Day 1 Schedule

12:00–2:00 PM

Arrivals at PUJ

Everyone rolls in at different times. PUJ is small — easy navigation.

2:15 PM

Group Shuttle Pickup

Meet at the designated pickup zone outside arrivals. ~30 min to resort.

~2:45 PM
Arrive at Riu República
Drop bags, get wristbands. The countdown starts now.
✦ We're here

3:00 PM

Check-In

All-inclusive wristbands at front desk. Keep it on — it's your key + bar pass.

AFTERNOON

Pool · Beach · Swim-Up Bars

Claim your spots. First round on Devin (it's the rule).

EVENING

Dinner — Buffet or Casual Specialty

No reservations needed. Buffet open all night as backup.

NIGHT
Resort Nightlife / Pacha Nightclub
Pacha is on property. Open bar, live DJs. Covered by all-inclusive.
✦ First Night

FRI · OCT 23

🏎️ ATV Adventure + White Party

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Day 2 Schedule

7:00–10:30 AM

Breakfast Buffet

Load up — it's a physical day.

MORNING

Pool Recovery / Pregame

Light morning before the excursion. Hydrate.

MIDDAY
ATV & Buggy Excursion
4 hours · Jungle trails, mud routes, caves, rural roads. Resort pickup & drop-off included. Helmets included. Bandanas/goggles ~$5–10 onsite.
✦ 4-Hour Adventure

EVENING

Dinner — Buffet or Casual Specialty

Clean up, eat, regroup before the party.

NIGHT

🤍 WHITE PARTY

Riu signature party. All white outfits. One of the best nights on property.

🤍 All White Required

SAT · OCT 24

⛵ Boat Day + Steak Dinner + Pink Party

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Day 3 Schedule

MORNING

Breakfast + Pool / Beach Pregame

Ease into it before the boat.

MIDDAY
Private Boat / Catamaran
3–4 hours · Snorkeling + natural pool sandbar · Open bar + snacks · Resort pickup & drop-off included. Option A: Private Luxury Charter (up to 15) — $875 total. Option B: Catamaran — $839 total.
✦ Main Event

EVENING
🥩 Steakhouse Group Dinner
Reservation required. Smart casual dress code. One of the best meals of the trip.
✦ Group Dinner

NIGHT

💗 PINK PARTY

Riu themed party. Pink or hot pink outfits. Gets wild.

💗 Pink Required

SUN · OCT 25

🌿 Recovery + Neon / Jungle Party

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Day 4 Schedule

ALL DAY

Pool Hopping / Beach Loungers

Casual food & drinks all day. This is what all-inclusive is for.

NIGHT

🌿 NEON or JUNGLE PARTY

Resort themed night. Check board at front desk for exact theme.

🌿 Neon / Jungle

MON · OCT 26

✈️ Departures

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Day 5

MORNING

Breakfast Buffet

Last meal. Eat something, even if you feel terrible.

12:00 PM

Checkout

Bags to lobby. Wristbands returned at front desk.

⚠️ 12 PM sharp

12:30–1:00 PM

Shuttle to PUJ

~30–45 min to airport. Arrive 2–3 hrs before international flight.

2:00–3:00 PM

Depart PUJ

Check your specific flight time above.

✦
Thanks for the Memories
Devin — we love you. Now go get married. 🥂
✦ Legend

Arrive at PUJ by 2:00 PM Thursday if possible. 3 hrs early for international departures.

✓ Confirmed Flights

Player 1 — MSY Traveler

New Orleans, LA → Punta Cana, DR

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OUTBOUND · THU OCT 22

MSY

8:21 AM

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PUJ

2:25 PM

AA 1591AA 2517MIA stop · 5h 4m total

RETURN · MON OCT 26

PUJ

3:30 PM

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MSY

8:46 PM

AA 2517AA 329MIA stop · 6h 16m total

~ Estimated Flight Ranges (by city)

Austin (AUS → PUJ)

Budget (2 stops)~$343

Best value (1 stop, 6–7 hrs)~$468

Typical range$430–$550

Dallas (DFW → PUJ)

1-stop options~$543–$739

Nonstop~$724

Typical range$550–$750

New Orleans (MSY → PUJ)

Best value (1 stop via MIA)~$429–$498

Typical range$430–$570

Denver (DEN → PUJ)

1-stop routes~$520–$750

Similar market to DFW/AUSvaries

All estimates are round-trip economy. Taxes included, bags may be extra. Prices were marked "low" at time of research — book soon.

The Resort

Riu República

Playa Bávaro, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

★★★★★

5-Star Adults-Only All-Inclusive

Real Ones

Nights

All-Inclusive

Amenities

🏊 Multiple pools

🌊 Private beach

🍽️ Specialty restaurants

🍸 Bars everywhere

🎭 Nightly themed parties

🎵 Pacha Nightclub

🏄 Watersports

🧖 Spa & fitness

View Resort on Riu.com →

Check-In / Out

Check-in3:00 PM

Checkout12:00 PM

Adults-onlyYES ✓

AirportPUJ (~30 min)

Resort Rules & Tips

⚠️Dress code at specialty restaurants — no flip flops or tank tops at dinner

⚠️Beach chairs — arrive before 9 AM or they're gone

ℹ️Wristband = room key + bar pass + restaurant access. Keep it on.

ℹ️Tipping not required but always welcome — $1–2 USD per drink goes a long way

ℹ️Pool bar hours vary — stock up before midnight

ℹ️Specialty restaurant reservations — book at front desk on arrival day

☀️October weather: ~85–90°F, humid. SPF 50+ is mandatory.

Estimated Activity Costs (Per Person)

ATV / Buggy excursion$45–$150

Boat day (split 13 ways)~$65–$70

Food & drinksIncluded ✓

Airport shuttleIncluded ✓

Casino / personal spendingYour call

ATV & Buggy Pricing (Per Vehicle)

Vehicle	Price
Single ATV	From $65
Double ATV	From $90
1-Seater Buggy	From $65
2-Seater Buggy	From $90
4-Seater Buggy	From $150
Single Polaris (Premium)	From $150

Prices are per vehicle, not per person. Drivers can switch where allowed. Bandanas / goggles ~$5–10 onsite. Gratuities not included.

Boat Options

Private Luxury Charter (up to 15)$875 total

Catamaran option$839 total

Per person (13 split)~$65–$67

Both options include open bar, snacks, snorkeling, and natural pool stop.

Flight Cost Ranges (Round Trip)

Austin (AUS)$343–$550

Dallas (DFW)$543–$750

New Orleans (MSY)$429–$570

Denver (DEN)$520–$750

Riu República throws 3–4 themed parties per week. Here's what to pack and what to wear each night.

Packing Checklist

🤍 All-white outfit (shirt + shorts/pants)
💗 Something pink or hot pink
🌿 Neon colors OR jungle/camo print
👔 Smart casual for steakhouse night
🩴 No flip flops at specialty restaurants

🤍 White Party — Friday Night

Riu signature event · All white mandatory

WEAR

All-white outfit — shirt + shorts or pants

White linen shirt is the move

White sneakers or sandals OK

Accessories can be silver/gold

DON'T WEAR

Any other color — seriously, all white

Logos or busy graphics

💗 Pink Party — Saturday Night

Wildest night · The more pink the better

WEAR

Hot pink, neon pink, or pastel pink shirt

Pink accessories, hat, sunglasses

Go all out — it's a competition

DON'T WEAR

Nothing pink at all — you'll stand out wrong

🌿 Neon / Jungle Party — Sunday Night

Recovery day, wild night · Neon or jungle/camo

WEAR

Neon yellow, green, or orange

OR jungle / camo print

Glow accessories if you have them

🥩 Steakhouse Dinner — Saturday Evening

Smart casual · Required for specialty restaurant entry

WEAR

Collared shirt (polo or button-up)

Chinos or nice shorts

Loafers, boat shoes, or clean sneakers

DON'T WEAR

Tank tops or sleeveless — will be turned away

Flip flops

Swim shorts

The Crew — 13 Real Ones

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Devin

The Groom · Guest of Honor

Add the rest of the crew's names here when you share this with the group. 13 spots total.

Need to Know

🛂Valid US passport required — must be valid 6+ months past Oct 26, 2026

💵Dominican Peso or USD accepted. ATMs on property. Bring some cash for tips.

📱Free resort WiFi. Or grab an international plan — T-Mobile & Verizon both cover DR.

🌡️October: ~85–90°F, humid, occasional afternoon showers. Bring a light layer.

☀️SPF 50+ every day. You will burn even under clouds.

🚐Group shuttle from PUJ — coordinate arrival times so nobody waits alone.

🏥Travel insurance strongly recommended — medical + trip cancellation.

🧳Checked bag fees apply on most routes. Verify with your airline before packing.

The Vibe

Devin's been our guy for years. This isn't just a trip — it's the last big send-off before he locks it down. 13 of us, 4 nights, an all-inclusive resort, and zero excuses.

Show up. Drink water. Wear the right color. Have his back one last time.