MIAMI (June 13, 2016) – Karisma Hotels & Resorts and Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), a division of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ:VIAB and VIA), are pleased to announce the highly anticipated opening previews of Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana. Setting a new standard for Nickelodeon by delivering Karisma’s renowned Gourmet Inclusive® Experience, the five-star property welcomed its first guests over the weekend for an exclusive preview event in the picturesque Dominican Republic.

Guests enjoyed the upscale resort – Nickelodeon’s first-ever international property, built by Karisma Hotels & Resorts. Families, couples and groups visited from around the world to take part in the opening festivities, which included an array of activities and whimsical surprise touches at every turn. Guests basked in the sun and enjoyed the ocean, pools, and golden sands of Uvero Alto beach, as well as the luxurious property’s numerous venues for recreation, relaxation, and word-class dining. The property has re-imagined the art of hospitality to deliver delightful twists including surprise slimings and unexpected visits from your favorite Nickelodeon characters.

“With the opening of Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana, it’s now a reality for Nickelodeon fans and luxe resort lovers alike to enjoy a dream beach vacation complete with non-stop entertainment, five-star culinary experiences, and quality time with their favorite characters, friends and family,” said Gerald Raines, Senior Vice President, Global Recreation for Viacom International Media Networks.

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana commemorated the soft opening this past weekend with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by key executives of Viacom International Media Networks and Karisma Hotels & Resorts, as well as government officials and leaders from the Dominican Republic.

Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana represents a landmark hotel opening, reimagining the art of hospitality with luxurious accommodations, modern and stylish design, endless entertainment, innovative amenities, impeccable service, and Karisma’s renowned Gourmet Inclusive® Experience for guests that value quality.

Armando Chomat, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Karisma Hotels & Resorts, commented, “The immersive and interactive experience at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts is one-of-a-kind – the property seamlessly combines five-star luxury with fun and imagination in a new way. We were thrilled to have built the world’s first-ever Gourmet Inclusive® Nickelodeon property and to have welcomed our first guests over the weekend. We look forward to being part of families’ traditions and unforgettable vacation experiences for years to come.”

Reservations can be booked by calling 1 (844) SEE-NICK or by visiting www.nickresortpuntacana.com.