David Collado boosts the development of Samaná with a millionaire investment in Arroyo Barril
The Minister of Tourism, David Collado, broke ground for the start of an ambitious road infrastructure project in the municipal district of Arroyo Barril, Samaná province. This project, which will have an investment of over 80 million pesos, seeks to transform the connectivity and urban environment of this area.
The intervention includes the rehabilitation and paving of 12 streets, thus addressing one of the most deeply felt demands of the area’s residents, who have requested improvements to their access roads for years. With these works, the Ministry of Tourism reaffirms its commitment to strengthening the communities that support the country’s tourism ecosystem.
Tourism potential and community well-being
During the event, Minister Collado emphasized that the project not only responds to a local need, but is a strategic step to boost the economic growth of Samaná. Arroyo Barril has proven to be a point of great interest for tourism development, and having adequate road infrastructure is essential to raise the quality of life of its inhabitants and improve the experience of those who visit the region.
This investment is a testament to the effort to improve infrastructure conditions in Arroyo Barril, taking into account the growth of tourism activity and the immense potential of this area to become an important engine of development for the entire province of Samaná.
David Collado, Minister of Tourism
The project is seen as a significant step forward for the community’s progress, integrating Arroyo Barril into the road modernization standards promoted by the Dominican government to consolidate the tourism sector’s leadership nationwide.









