--- title: "Featured Casa de Campo News of 2017" url: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/blog/2018/03/23/featured-casa-de-campo-news-of-2017/ date: 2018-03-23 modified: 2026-09-02 lang: en author: "Casa de Campo" description: "Do you know which were the most important moments for Casa de Campo in 2017? We have gathered many of the highlights in local and international media outlets, and we..." categories: - "Blog" image: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Fishing-Tournament-2017-5-scaled.jpg word_count: 257 --- # Featured Casa de Campo News of 2017 Do you know which were the most important moments for Casa de Campo in 2017? We have gathered many of the highlights in local and international media outlets, and we would like to introduce our online [Media Room](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/news-media/), where we post the latest news, achievements, and official photos and videos of the resort. ![David Ortiz presiding his Annual Golf Celebrity Classic at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Golf-Day-David-Ortiz-Classic-53-scaled.jpg) Throughout 2017, we received numerous official and leisurely visits. One highlight was the presence of MLB's biggest stars and legends attending the [Celebrity Golf Classic](https://www.luxurytravelmagazine.com/news-articles/dominican-republics-casa-de-campo-to-host-david-ortiz-celebrity-golf-classic), hosted by Dominican baseball player David Ortiz, with the objective of raising funds for lifesaving heart surgeries for children. Also, did you know that Derek Jeter's secret bachelor party was held in Casa de Campo's grounds? The resort received the title of ["Verified Luxury"](https://www.forbestravelguide.com/hotels/dominican-republic-caribbean/casa-de-campo-resort-villas) by Forbes Travel Guide, and was mentioned as a [top winter getaway](https://www.forbes.com/sites/carriecoolidge/2017/12/06/top-golf-getaways-in-the-caribbean-to-visit-this-winter/#2a19ab241eff) for golfing. Moreover, our special packages are featured in selected golf magazines. Teeth of the Dog® was ranked as the best Pete Dye course in a list made by Golf Magazine. Personalized service is one of the [top hotel trends in 2018](https://www.travelagewest.com/Travel/Trending/Top-Hotel-Trends-for-2018#.WrUE04gbPIW), and Casa de Campo proves that it is leading the game. Montecristo Magazine offers a [full itinerary](https://montecristomagazine.com/magazine/autumn-2017/casa-de-campo) to enjoy the resort to the max, from the scenic views at Chavón to the adrenaline-filled shooting center and Huffington Post Canada offers an [exhaustive breakdown of every region in the Dominican Republic](https://www.huffpost.com/archive/qc/entry/republique-dominicaine-101-ou-aller-selon-nos-interets_qc_5ccc7b6de4b089f526c4f382) (in French), featuring La Romana as a place to disconnect and relax. Thanks to our Media Room, you can keep up with everything that is going on at Casa.  Don't forget to visit! ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Why does Casa de Campo publish a Media Room instead of just relying on news coverage?** A: A Media Room gives Casa de Campo one place to surface the latest news, achievements, and official photos and videos. That matters because the page pulls together both local and international media mentions, so readers can see what is being said about the resort without hunting across different outlets. For anyone tracking Casa de Campo, Casa De Campo, Casadecampo, the [Media Room](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/news-media/) is the fastest way to follow updates in one spot. **Q: What were the biggest Casa de Campo news stories in 2017?** A: The standout 2017 stories were the Celebrity Golf Classic hosted by David Ortiz, Derek Jeter’s secret bachelor party on the resort grounds, and recognition from Forbes Travel Guide as “Verified Luxury.” The page also highlights Teeth of the Dog® being ranked as the best Pete Dye course by Golf Magazine. That mix shows why the year mattered: it combined celebrity attention, golf credibility, and outside media recognition. **Q: How did Casa de Campo use golf events in 2017 to get media attention?** A: Golf was a major driver of coverage in 2017 because the Celebrity Golf Classic brought MLB stars and legends to Casa de Campo while raising funds for lifesaving heart surgeries for children. That kind of event works well for media because it connects a recognizable sport with a clear charitable purpose. Casa de Campo, Casa De Campo, Casadecampo also got additional golf visibility when Teeth of the Dog® was named the best Pete Dye course in a Golf Magazine list. **Q: What makes Casa de Campo worth following if I care about luxury travel news?** A: Casa de Campo stood out in 2017 because Forbes Travel Guide gave it the title of “Verified Luxury,” which is a strong signal for travelers who pay attention to third-party recognition. The page also says personalized service was one of the top hotel trends in 2018 and that Casa de Campo was leading that game. For someone comparing luxury resorts, that combination of press coverage and service focus is the main takeaway. **Q: What parts of Casa de Campo got featured most often in media coverage?** A: The media coverage focused on a few repeat themes: golf, scenic experiences, and distinctive resort areas. Montecristo Magazine pointed readers to an itinerary that included Chavón views and the shooting center, while other coverage framed La Romana as a place to disconnect and relax. That tells you Casa de Campo, Casa De Campo, Casadecampo is not just being covered as a hotel but as a full destination with multiple experiences across the property.