Amazing Islands

  It’s getting even easier to visit the island of Bermuda from the United Kingdom. British Airways is set to launch daily direct service between London Heathrow and Bermuda’s LF Wade International Airport.  The new service means an additional two … The post British Airways Is Launching Daily Flights to Bermuda appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sc1mnn

 Hilton is reopening its Hilton La Romana Family resort in the Dominican Republic this week, Caribbean Journal has confirmed.  The all-inclusive resort has been shuttered since the passage of Hurricane Fiona in September.  The property is one of several resorts … The post Hilton Reopens All-Inclusive in La Romana, Dominican Republic appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbyNV0

 Blue Diamond Resorts’ Starfish Saint Lucia resort is back, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The all-inclusive resort reopens this week after what Blue Diamond called a “temporary pause to operations.”  Beginning Nov. 1, the resort will be welcoming back guests with … The post The Starfish Saint Lucia Resort Is Back appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sby4Rd

 There’s a new level of luxury in the heart of Cancun on the Caribbean coast of Mexico.  Hilton’s Waldorf-Astoria brand opens its highly-anticipated Waldorf Astoria, Cancun resort this week, a serious addition to a growing portfolio of luxury hotels in … The post Waldorf Astoria Opens First-Ever Cancun Resort  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbxCmw

  It’s no secret that Nassau Paradise Island has become a haven for star chefs, from pioneer Jean-Georges Vongerichten to recent arrivals like Daniel Boulud and Marcus Samuelsson.  And now another star chef is coming to The Bahamas, with Michelin-awarded … The post Another Michelin-Starred Chef Is Coming to The Bahamas  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbxCZR

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Clifford Singer, who sent in this lovely shot of Little Bay in St Maarten. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Little Bay, St Maarten appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbxCLb

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  The Four Seasons Resort Nevis is launching a refreshed culinary program at the property. That will include new concepts at the resort’s On the Dune and Kastawey Beach Bar, along with menu enhancements at Esquilina, the Crowned Monkey Rum … The post A New Culinary Program at the Four Seasons Nevis appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbrGhg

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  The tiny island of Montserrat has removed all of its testing requirements for travelers.  The island is no longer testing travelers on arrival, and has ended its mandatory 10-day isolation period for individuals testing positive for Covid-19.  That includes … The post Montserrat Just Lifted Testing For Travelers  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sbg0qN

  Bonaire has seen a strong recovery of its tourism industry in the last year, in spite of less-than-robust airlift to the island.  That is about to change this winter, however, according to the island’s tourist board.  In December, American … The post American Airlines Is Adding Daily Flights to Bonaire  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbbwrL

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Lori DiVanna, who sent in this lovely shot of afternoon on the water in Aruba. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Afternoon in Aruba appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbYdk3

  Port St. Maarten Group is forecasting one million cruise passengers to visit the island from November 2022 through April 2023, Caribbean Journal has learned. The high season forecast arrivals are tied to the occupancy levels of cruise ships stabilizing … The post St Maarten Forecasting 1 Million Cruise Passengers appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbWNfS

  Puerto Rico is one of the most beautiful places in the Caribbean. Not that you’d necessarily know it — due to a combination of highly unfavorable media coverage, poor marketing and unfortunately resilient misconceptions, it’s an island that still remains … The post Caribbean Moment: Isla Verde Beach, Puerto Rico appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbSNDM

  It’s Royal Caribbean’s next major ship: Icon of the Seas, slated for delivery in late 2023.  And now the cruise giant has revealed the first look at the ship, the first in the line’s new Icon class.  “With each … The post First Look: Royal Caribbean’s New Icon of the Seas Cruise Ship appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbSN0c

  Aztec Airways is launching a pair of new routes in November, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The carrier is set to add scheduled flights service to both Chub Cay and Great Harbour Cay in The Bahamas.  The new service for … The post Aztec Airways Adding Flights to Two Islands in The Bahamas  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbP8F2

  The inaugural season of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection in the Caribbean will feature heavily in St Maarten.  Ritz-Carlton’s new ultra-luxe cruise line will include significant home-porting for its Evrima ship out of Port St Maarten for the 2022-2023 cruise … The post Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection to Homeport in St Maarten  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbP7zk

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  A major new airport is opening before the end of the year on the island Great Harbour Cay in The Bahamas, Caribbean Journal has learned.  In a significant boost for Great Harbour Cay and the Berry Islands chain of … The post This Island in The Bahamas Is Getting a Major New Airport  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbGYzv

  It’s one of the hottest trends in the hotel industry: the private plunge pool, an increasingly popular amenity that’s proliferating across much of the Caribbean.  And now the Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort and Spa is adding 48 new oceanfront … The post New Plunge Pool Suites at Grand Palladium Jamaica  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SbCK7P

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Darian Bryan, who sent in this lovely shot of the famous lighthouse at the end of Paradise Island in The Bahamas. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: The Lighthouse on Paradise Island, The Bahamas appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sb8xYl

  Antigua and Barbuda continues to see record-breaking tourism numbers, officials told Caribbean Journal.  “After a difficult two years, the tourism industry is seeing the pent-up demand for travel, and we’re delighted to say that Antigua and Barbuda is at … The post Antigua and Barbuda: “Unprecedented” Tourism Numbers appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sb6d7S

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  A new project to help restore coral reefs has officially kicked off in Antigua and Barbuda.  The initiative by coral reef restoration project OceanShot has deployed the first of its new coral “modules” off the island of Antigua.  The … The post In Antigua, Restoring Caribbean Coral Reefs appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sb0FYM

  The Caribbean is seeing strong interest from travelers for the upcoming winter season, according to new data from travel giant Expedia.  Recent searches for the upcoming winter season have jumped by 15 percent, compared to what was already a … The post Expedia: Strong Interest in Caribbean for Winter Travel  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZx0HP

  Antigua and Barbuda is poised for an uptick in tourism from Canada this winter, with a wave of new airlift from Air Canada.  The Canadian carrier is launching a rollout of new service to the twin-island destination, beginning with … The post Air Canada Adds New Flights to Antigua and Barbuda  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZsgDk

  One of the most beloved all-inclusive resorts in Barbados is celebrating its official reopening. The Club, Barbados Resort and Spa, part of the Elite Island Resorts portfolio of Caribbean resorts, is officially reopening on Oct. 15, the property confirmed … The post Top Barbados All-Inclusive Resort Reopening This Week  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZpVy0

  Startup Dominican Republic airline Arajet has officially launched its newest service between Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and Curacao International Airport.  The new low-cost carrier is initially starting with two weekly flights between the two Caribbean destinations.  The flights will … The post Dominican Republic-Curacao Flights Kick Off appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZmC4M

  Couples Resorts is set to relaunch one of its signature all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica this year following a major renovation.  The company is nearing completion of a $12 million renovation project of its Couples Sans Souci resort in Ocho … The post Couples Resorts to Debut New Look at Jamaica All-Inclusive appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZjwxN

  MSC Cruises is planning a big expansion in the United States market, with a major focus on the Caribbean region.  The Geneva-based cruise giant will have its largest-ever presence in the United States market next year, with a total … The post MSC Cruises Is Planning a Big Caribbean Expansion  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZfrnH

  The AMR Collection’s Secrets brand is adding another new resort on the Caribbean coast of Mexico this fall.  The Secrets Impression Moxche is slated to open later this fall, according to parent company Hyatt, adjacent to the popular Secrets … The post A New Secrets All-Inclusive Resort Is Opening in Playa del Carmen  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZdXSD

 One of The Bahama’s most storied sailing regattas is back this year.  The Harbour Island Regatta, the beloved marine festival on the charming island off the coast of North Eleuthera, runs this weekend, from Oct. 7-10.  This year’s event will … The post The Bahamas’ Harbour Island Regatta Is Back  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZZHyS

 Punta Cana’s Westin Puntacana Resort is set to debut the results of a multimillion-dollar renovation project, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Marriott resort is undergoing a major update by owner Grupo Puntacana, with a “refreshing change.” The property closed last … The post A New Look at the Westin Resort in Punta Cana  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZW2Cv

  Jamaica’s already-strong tourism recovery is continuing, even in the face of new global challenges.  The island’s summer 2022 totals eclipsed its pre-pandemic highs set in 2019, and Jamaica is now reporting nearly $6 billion in tourism earnings since its … The post Jamaica Tourism Continues Strong Recovery  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZW28m

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  Aruba’s city of San Nicolas has been undergoing a dramatic renaissance in recent years, turning a town that was once far off the tourist map into a new kind of cultural capital.  Much of that rebirth has been the … The post In Aruba, a Celebration of Art and Cultural Rebirth  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZSbBh

 The Caribbean’s leading travel conference kicks off this week in Puerto Rico.  The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace is back in person for the first time since the beginning of 2020, gathering buyers and suppliers from around … The post Caribbean Travel Marketplace Kicks Off in Puerto Rico  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZPp5D

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Steve Guidry, who sent in this lovely shot of sunrise at Secret Harbour in St Thomas. He calls it “Last Day Surprise.” Have you taken a great photo in the … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sunrise in St Thomas appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZMQ9f

  The tiny island of Isla Mujeres off the Caribbean coast of Mexico is getting a major new resort. All-inclusive brand Secrets is opening its new adults-only Secrets Impression Isla Mujeres in December.  The new all-suite, boutique resort is slated … The post A New Adults-Only Resort Is Coming to Isla Mujeres, Mexico  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SZK2Hn