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  As the Dominican Republic and the wider Caribbean look to draw more tourists from South America, one country is increasingly a big target: Colombia.  Now another airline is adding routes from Colombia: Dominican Republic-based Arajet, which will soon launch … The post New Colombia-Dominican Republic Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sk6Vzr

  South America has always been a very strong market for Aruba, thanks in large part due to the island’s proximity to the continent.  And now one of the region’s top carriers is expanding its service to the Dutch Caribbean … The post Avianca Is Adding More Flights to Aruba appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sk3Zch

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Ken Jeffery, who sent in this lovely shot of the water at the St. James’s Club and Villas in Antigua. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Finding the Blue in Antigua appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sk1Q19

  By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI Despite a less-than-sunny outlook for the U.S. hotel market due to higher interest rates, the outlook for Caribbean hotels is more positive. This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority … The post What’s the Climate Like for Caribbean Hotel Financing?  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjzD15

  Regional carrier interCaribbean Airways is launching new service between Barbados and St Kitts.  The new flights will launch Sunday, March 12, with service on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.  “Prior to the pandemic, the Caribbean was the second-largest source market … The post InterCaribbean Launching Barbados-St Kitts Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjwK2Z

  By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI A luxurious, roughly 100-unit residential project on Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands is slated to break ground in May. This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority … The post New Grand Cayman Luxury Real Estate Project to Break Ground  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjsCvc

  By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI The much-anticipated golf and residential community, Cabot Saint Lucia, will have around a dozen or so guest accommodations online in 2024. This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on … The post Caribbean Development of the Week: Cabot Saint Lucia appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sjp6yv

  Royal Caribbean has cut the first steel on its newest cruise ship, the second in its Icon Class.  The as-yet-unnamed ship will be the second in the class; the first, Icon of the Seas, will take to the seas … The post Royal Caribbean Cuts First Steel on New Cruise Ship  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sjl5JT

  It’s still one of the great secrets of The Bahamas: the tiny island of San Salvador.  This tropical getaway, most famous as the site of Columbus’ first landing in the New World, is almost impossibly pristine, home to some … The post Caribbean Moment: A Walk on the Beach in The Bahamas  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sjl53g

  The Fairmont Mayakoba luxury resort in the Riviera Maya has named a new general manager, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Fairmont Mayakoba has named Jack van Teeffelen as its new general manager, after having served as interim general manager … The post This Riviera Maya Luxury Resort Has a New GM appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjhDx5

  It’s just you and the water and the sound of serenity.  This is one of the balconies in the new-look waterfront suites at Antigua’s fantastic Verandah Resort, a property that takes Caribbean relaxation to another level.  Perched here, above … The post Caribbean Moment: Finding All-Inclusive Serenity in Antigua  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sjf7PL

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Jon Worthington, who sent in this lovely shot of Shirley Heights in Antigua. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Shirley Heights, Antigua appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sjf7BG

  Hyatt’s Dreams brand has officially opened its new Dreams Flora Resort and Spa in Punta Cana.  The newest addition to Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection is set on the beach in the Cabeza de Toro area of Punta Cana.  Hyatt’s Inclusive … The post Dreams Officially Opens New Dominican Republic All-Inclusive appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sjc5Z2

  St Maarten’s newest resort has added a major new amenity: a striking new rooftop bar and eatery.  The new Mix at Oceans is the newest addition to the Oceans at Divi Little Bay, the elevated resort-within-a-resort at the classic … The post This St Maarten Resort Has a New Rooftop Bar  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjYPmT

  There’s a new way to get to Bonaire from the island of Aruba.  Upstart Curacao-based airline Jetair Caribbean has launched new service between Aruba and Bonaire, a route that helps open up Aruba’s broad airlift network for travelers looking … The post Jetair Begins Aruba-Bonaire Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjYPZc

  Divi Resorts has launched a new package for travelers heading to Bonaire Rum Week, the popular celebration of premium rum in Bonaire, which runs June 12-17, 2023.  The company is offering up to 35 percent off stays at its … The post Divi Resorts Launches Special Package for Bonaire Rum Week  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjVSGS

  Cayman Airways is restarting its nonstop service between the Cayman Islands and Panama this summer.  The company will be relaunching the route between Grand Cayman and Panama City on June 26, according to the carrier.  The nonstop service will … The post New Cayman Islands-Panama Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjRXGQ

  By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI It’s the newest project in the Cayman Islands: Kapok, a 10-level, 120,000-square-foot residential building with 89 units on floors No. 2 to 10 recently completed development in January. But it’s a new … The post A New Way to Live in the Cayman Islands  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjNpLM

  Antigua and Barbuda’s biggest travel conference is set for June.  The eighth edition of the Showcase Antigua Barbuda trade show will be held from June 5-7, 2023, Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority confirmed.  The event will be held at … The post Antigua’s Biggest Travel Conference Is Set for June  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjKpWF

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Eric Schaeffer, who sent in this stunning shot of Basseterre, St Kitts, taken while on a cruise. “It was a beautiful late afternoon when I took this photo,” Eric tells … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: St Kitts, From the Sea appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjHpN0

  Panama’s top overwater resort has added another unique room style: treehouses.  The Nayara Bocas del Toro, set on a private island off the Caribbean coast of Panama, has debuted its newest rooms: a pair of towering 50-foot-tall treehouse units … The post In Panama, a New Caribbean Treehouse Hotel  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjFrzK

  Cancun air traffic has already surpassed its pre-pandemic levels — and now it’s setting new highs.  Cancun International Airport saw passenger traffic of 2.897 million last month, a more than 32 percent jump over the same period in 2022, … The post Cancun Air Traffic Continues to Sizzle  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SjCFcm

  Christie’s International Real Estate has added another Caribbean brokerage to its quickly-expanding portfolio.  The company has signed Oceano Homes in St Martin, which is based in Orient Bay.  This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on … The post Christie’s Real Estate Adds St Martin Brokerage appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sj8XYT

  The newest all-inclusive resort in Cancun’s Hotel Zone has officially debuted its highly-anticipated new spa.  The Alea Spa at the Royal Uno All-Inclusive Resort has a guided hydrotherapy circuit and a diverse treatment menu including massages, luxury facials and … The post Cancun’s Newest All-Inclusive Has Opened Its Spa  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sj5p8c

  Ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines is launching a new route between two of the Caribbean’s most popular destinations: Cancun, Mexico and Puerto Rico.  The new route, the only one of its kind between the two destinations, will kick off on … The post Frontier Is Launching Puerto Rico-Cancun Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sj31pw

  The new-look ferry terminal in Anguilla has officially opened its doors.  The transformed Blowing Point Ferry Terminal welcomed its first passenger this week, a new entry point for the vast majority of travelers that come to the island.  The … The post Anguilla Opens New Ferry Terminal  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sj0HrJ

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Gregory Williams, who sent in this lovely photo of Saona Island off the coast of the Dominican Republic. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Saona Island, Dominican Republic appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/ShyKFX

  Bonaire welcomed 16,285 stayover visitors in January if 2023– over 10 percent more than stayover visitors recorded in January 2019.  The island’s two largest source markets have shown signs of growth, with a total of 8,383 Dutch visitors and … The post Bonaire Keeps Up Strong Tourism Growth appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/ShwQXj

  The Cayman Islands eclipsed its tourism projections for 2022, buoyed by a sizzling second half after the destination removed its travel health protocols.  Overall, the Cayman Islands reported 284,274 stay over visitors, ahead of the government’s stated goals for … The post Cayman Islands Eclipses Tourism Projections  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/ShsrXV

  Punta Cana, Dominican Republic is leading travel demand for Spring Break 2023, according to new data from Expedia.  The company said travelers were already planning their spring getaways, with Punta Cana seeing the biggest increase in demand.  Searches for … The post Expedia: Punta Cana Leading Spring Break Travel Demand  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Shpz48

  Grenada has unveiled a new “welcome” for its cruise passengers: a striking new “Grenada” sign at the Melville Street Cruise Ship Terminal.  The new sign, located at the entrance of the terminal’s welcome center, welcomes visitors “with a bold … The post In Grenada, a New Welcome for Cruise Passengers appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Shm4LB