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Caribbean Airlines is launching new service between Barbados and Saint Lucia next month, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The new route between Barbados’ Grantley Adams International Airport and Saint Lucia’s George FL Charles Airport in Castries will be operating four times […] The post Caribbean Airlines Adding Barbados-Saint Lucia Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SrS9sQ

As Barbados continues to make a push to court travelers from Europe, the island has announced the return of Gerrman carrier Condor.  The popular leisure carrier is making its comeback to Barbados for the upcoming winter season, according to Shelly […] The post Germany’s Condor Is Returning to Barbados  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SrPQ8r

Most buyers are hunting to pour money into the next Turks and Caicos, or the next island that is poised for a rapid spike in real estate development like sizzling pandemic markets such as The Bahamas and the Cayman Islands. […] The post Where Are the Next Opportunities in Caribbean Real Estate? appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SrLc0g

Hospitality brand Nikki Beach Global is planning to open its first-ever resort in the Caribbean, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned.  The brand best known for its collection of beach clubs and lounges, including one in St Barth, says it is […] The post Nikki Beach Is Planning Its First Caribbean Resort  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SrHlps

The recently-reinvigorated Divi Carina Bay all-inclusive resort in St Croix has named a new leader for its culinary program.  The property has tapped Norman McPherson as its new executive chef. McPherson will be in the charge of the resort’s eateries […] The post A New Top Chef at This St Croix All-Inclusive  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SrDsbm

While the Four Seasons Resort Nevis is renowned as one of the top luxury getaways anywhere in the Caribbean, many travelers don’t realize the property is also home to a broad collection of luxury villas.  The Four Seasons is home […] The post 4 New Luxury Villas to Try in Nevis  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SrBnKF

The island of Statia has been seeing new buzz of late, buoyed by a new luxury resort and new discoveries about Alexander Hamilton’s life on the island.  Now, Statia is making a new push to court travel agent business, including […] The post Statia Makes New Push for Travel Agents  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sr8ngq

Royal Caribbean’s new Utopia of the Seas cruise ship is set to make its debut is planning to set sail in July 2024. Like its sister ships in the company’s Oasis class, Utopia will have resort-style pools, copious bars and […] The post Royal Caribbean’s Newest Ship Will Have a Different Focus: Short Getaways appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sr6835

There’s a way way to fly between Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, following the launch of new service between San Juan and St Thomas this week.  Frontier Airlines has kicked off its first-ever route between San Juan and […] The post A New Way to Fly Between San Juan and St Thomas  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sr3F00

American Airlines and JetBlue are each adding more nonstop flights to Trinidad this summer, Caribbean Journal has learned. The expanded service will add more than 2,738 seats per week from the United States to Port of Spain.  JetBlue just launched […] The post American Airlines, JetBlue Adding More Trinidad Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sr0Lfj

While Cancun and Riviera Maya, Mexico have been the hot spots clients looking for mainstream destinations have been flocking to for years, several top notch travel specialists said advisors should be adding Tulum to that list. Advisors have said Tulum […] The post Tulum Is the Hottest Destination in Mexico  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sr0LQS

After a four year hiatus, Air Canada is making a comeback in Trinidad for the upcoming winter season, Caribbean Journal has leaned. The airline will be relaunching service to Port of Spain on Nov. 1, 2023.  Air Canada’s return will […] The post Air Canada Is Coming Back to Trinidad  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqxNZT

The newest tourism campaign from Antigua and Barbuda plays on the destinations twin-island identity, with locals from both Antigua and Barbuda showcasing their favorite things about their respective islands.  The spot, which features leads Junior Weathered from Antigua and Shakira […] The post Antigua and Barbuda’s  New Tourism Campaign Asks, “Why Choose?” appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sqtbfj

Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship has launched its first-ever Caribbean cruises from New York City. The new Carnival Venezia is home-porting at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal.  It’s the product of a new initiative by Carnival to deploy Italy’s Costa Cruises […] The post Carnival Venezia Kicks Off Caribbean Cruises From New York  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqtbLN

The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Chris Hays, who sent in this beautiful shot of sunset over Norman Island in the BVI. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW […] The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sunset Over Norman Island, BVI appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqrWTs

  The Dominican Republic’s most popular destination is set for a boost from Canada this winter, with Air Canada adding more flights to Punta Cana.  The airline is ramping up flights from both Ottawa and Toronto to Punta Cana for … The post Punta Cana Is Getting More Flights from Canada This Winter appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqpYvs

  As Jamaica’s tourism sector continues its recovery, the island has been dubbed the number one Caribbean destination for Delta Vacations in terms of growth.  The announcement, which follows the island’s double-digit growth in terms of demand, was shared during … The post Delta Vacations: Jamaica Leading Caribbean Growth  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqltKt

  A new alliance is being forged between two of the Caribbean’s most popular destinations in a drive to develop a cooperative approach to air travel and grow regional tourism. Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett held talks with Bahamas Deputy … The post Jamaica, The Bahamas Plan Deeper Tourism  Collaboration appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sqj1pm

  As tourism to the island continues to heat up, Barbados is set for another lift with an expansion by JetBlue Airways this fall, Caribbean Journal has learned.  Beginning Nov. 1, JetBlue will be adding a second weekly flight between … The post JetBlue Is Adding More Flights to Barbados  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sqf7zH

  From hotel occupancy to new flights to cruise ship arrivals, Puerto Rico is breaking many of its tourism records, according to Carlos Mercado Santiago, the executive director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company.  The destination’s numbers from the just-closed … The post Puerto Rico Is Breaking Tourism Records appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqbFGR

  The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire has been reporting surging tourism arrivals for much of 2023, a trend that has continued into the shoulder season, according to newly-released data.  Bonaire welcomed 12,609 air arrivals last month, a representing a … The post Bonaire Island Keeps Eclipsing Its Pre-Pandemic Tourism Numbers  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqXP8K

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Jim Righeimer, who sent int his lovely shot of Sapphire Beach in St Thomas, USVI.  Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sapphire Beach, St Thomas appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqVKZ9

  A boutique beach resort is now on the market in Exuma, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned.  The Exuma Palms Resort has listed for $4.2 million with HG Christie.  This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on … The post Beachfront Resort in Exuma Lists for $4.2 Million  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqSBPz

  Grenada’s reputation as a foodie hotspot has only strengthened in recent years, as travelers begin to appreciate the destination’s unique culinary offerings.  Now, Grenada is at it again, launching a new partnership with culinary star Chef Alexander Smalls.  Smalls, … The post “There are No Greater Bites to be Had Than in Grenada” appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqSB77

  It’s a growing problem for coral reefs in the Caribbean: stony coral tissue loss disease, which continues to decimate coral populations in The Bahamas and the Caribbean.  More than half of the 45 reef-building coral species in the wider … The post Atlantis Is Building The Bahamas’ First “Coral Gene Bank”  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqPLQ4

  Christie’s International Real Estate has continued its fast-paced Caribbean expansion with a new office in St John, US Virgin Islands. The company has rebranded the former Islandia Real Estate as the new Islandia St John Christie’s International Real Estate.  … The post Christie’s International Real Estate Expands to St John  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqLJ54

  It’s been nearly seven decades since the island of St John held its first Celebration, a tradition that has turned into one of the most vibrant summer festivals in the Caribbean. Now in its 69th year, St John Celebration … The post In St John, a Celebration of Culture  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqJ0fz

  For those clients who are no strangers to visiting Mexico, travel advisors offer some info on Mexican hot spots that are still considered off-the-radar. Sayulita Sayulita, just 22 miles form Puerto Vallarta, is located on the Pacific coast of … The post These Destinations in Mexico Should Be on Your Radar appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SqD1jt

  Spanish carrier Iberia is ramping up its service to Santo Domingo this summer, citing “robust” demand for the capital, Caribbean Journal has learned. From now through August, Iberia will be operating one daily nonstop flight between Madrid and Santo … The post Iberia Adds Daily Flights to Santo Domingo  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sq8xtL

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Luz Orallo-Adams, who sent in this wonderful shot of a beach in Middle Caicos, Turks and Caicos.  Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: On the Sand in Middle Caicos appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sq6jbx

  The Dominican Republic keeps setting tourism records, and while much of that growth is coming from the United States and Canada, an increasing number of travelers are coming to the country from South America.  Now, Dominican Republic-based carrier Arajet … The post New Colombia-Dominican Republic Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sq4W0R

  It’s the Caribbean outpost of the three-Michelin-star Die Librije in Holland, and the Brass Boer restaurant in Bonaire has quickly risen to become the best restaurant in the Caribbean.  Indeed, the Brass Boer (which also just opened a location … The post The Caribbean’s Best Restaurant Is Hosting the Ultimate Rum Dinner appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sq1c8Q

  While emerging Caribbean islands are great for growth, several travel experts are reporting that three particular islands are especially hot for luxury travelers not looking to go off-the-beaten path. Antigua  “Antigua is wonderful, so easy to get around the … The post Antigua, Turks and Caicos Top Hottest Luxury Destinations  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Spyb6b