Arajet Wins Company of the Year Award at Sanford-Orlando
During the event, the airline announced the expansion of its operations in the U.S. with the new route
Orlando, FL – Arajet, the Dominican airline with connections to 28 destinations and 16 countries, was recognized as Company of the Year during the ninth annual Best of Sanford Excellence Awards. The award was given for its vision and leadership in expanding
international connectivity and advancing tourism and the economy in Central Florida.
This award was created to recognize businesses that offer the best in unique products, services, activities, restaurants, and entertainment experiences in the city of Sanford. Winners are selected by open vote of readers of My Sanford magazine, the leading business publication in Sanford, Florida, and the surrounding community.
"There are so many incredible people who live, work, and play in Sanford. This event honors those who make up the community they serve and recognizes the best of the best, as voted on by their community," said Perla Crosby, editor of My
Sanford magazine.
"This well-deserved recognition for Arajet as Company of the Year is the fruit of personal effort and dedication, and it is truly gratifying to witness the excitement generated in the Sanford and Central Florida communities by the airline's launch of operations,"
Crosby stated.
Manuel Luna, Arajet's CCO, said upon accepting the award, "It is a great honor for Arajet to receive this recognition from the readers of My Sanford magazine, and it strengthens our commitment to offering safe, timely service with the warm welcome that characterizes us.
Addressing those present, Luna expressed her gratitude, emphasizing, “With this new direct flight between Orlando Sanford and Punta Cana, we reaffirm our vision of continuing to connect the diaspora with its roots and consolidating the Dominican Republic as the new gateway to the Americas.”
Regarding operations, Luna emphasized that the start of Arajet's new direct service from Sanford-Orlando to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, will be on October 26, 2025, and will have three weekly frequencies, on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. "These
Flights are operated on Arajet's modern Boeing 737 MAX, offering greater connectivity, comfort and competitive fares to travelers looking to enjoy the Caribbean's main tourist destination and to those from the Dominican Republic who want to visit the main
family fun destination."