Amazing Islands

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Robin St. George, who sent in this lovely shot of Rainbow Bay Beach on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Rainbow Bay, Eleuthera, The Bahamas appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SnJ8k3

  Air Canada just launched its first-ever flights between Toronto and Martinique, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The new service is the “a long-term effort” by Martinique Tourism Commissioner Benedicte di Geronimo.  “This connection between The Isle of Flowers and the … The post Air Canada Launches First Ever Toronto-Martinique Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SnG0Hd

  Growing up in the Caribbean, my brother and I were used to going line fishing and snorkeling and free diving around reefs and shallow shipwrecks for a treasure trove of seafood. From oysters to lobsters, conchs to crabs – … The post A Caribbean Recipe for Sea Scallops appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SnC7dd

  Antigua’s top restaurant group has added another exciting new outpost on the island: Roquita, a Spanish-inspired tapas and wine bar in the heart of English Harbour.  The new project is the latest from Rocks Group, which is also behind … The post Antigua’s Newest Hotspot Is a Tapas and Wine Bar appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sn84Xv

  Hyatt has officially opened the doors of its new Hyatt Regency Mexico City Insurgentes, set in the heart of one of the capital’s main business districts. The 201-room high-rise hotel is the second Hyatt Regency in Mexico City, joining … The post Hyatt Just Opened Its Newest Hotel in Mexico  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sn50Vx

  The Jamaica Tourist Board has named a new deputy director of tourism for the Americas, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Tourist Board has named Philip Rose to the role, in which he will have responsibility for the US, Caribbean … The post Jamaica Tourist Board Names New Executive for Americas Region appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sn1zct

  Leading luxury airline Tradewind Aviation is expanding, in what will be a major boost for those looking for private charters to The Bahamas.  Tradewind is opening a new aircraft base near Palm Beach, Fla in September, expanding on the … The post A New Way to Fly Private to The Bahamas  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Smz2yZ

  There’s a new way to cruise from New York to the islands of The Bahamas.  MSC Cruises has launched a new homeport at New York’s Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, meaning the line will now be operating year-round cruises to the … The post MSC Launches Bahamas Cruises From New York  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Smz2jb

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Frank Walkins, who sent in this lovely shot of Store Bay Beach in Tobago. 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: On the Sand in Tobago appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmwvBc

  The Caribbean’s premier chocolate festival is back again for its 10th edition this year.  The Grenada Chocolate Festival, which first started in 2014, will be running from May 16 to 23, celebrating the rich culture and history of chocolate … The post The Caribbean’s Top Chocolate Festival Is Back appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Smtnnk

  By Alexander Britell A residential resort in the Caribbean will be the first in the world to have golf courses designed by both Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods.  This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on … The post This Caribbean Resort Will Have Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods Golf Courses appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmtnZZ

  Anguilla is drawing top chefs from around the world for the second edition of its Anguilla Culinary Experience food festival.  This year’s event will include guest chefs Daniele Lippi from the two-Michelin-star Acquolina in Rome; four-time James Beard Award … The post Anguilla’s Must-Visit Culinary Event appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmqytX

  The Dominican Republic’s blazing start to 2022 has continued, with the destination breaking another record for the first three months of the year.  The Caribbean hotspot welcomed 2,076,171 people in the first quarter, its highest total for the first … The post Another Quarter, Another Dominican Republic Tourism Record  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Smmvp8

  The lineup for St Thomas Carnival just got a whole lot bigger.  An exciting list of music stars at this year’s St Thomas Carnival Village Nights performances will include soca legend Machel Montano.  The Carnival Village Nights, which begin … The post Machel Montano to Headline Star-Studded St Thomas Carnival  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmjqFV

  A new airport has broken ground on the island of Cat Island in The Bahamas.  The new multimillion-dollar airport development project will mean an all-new terminal for the island’s New Bight Airport.  This story is part of Caribbean Journal … The post New Cat Island Airport Breaks Ground in The Bahamas appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Smfm9q

  Marriott is opening the first-ever EDITION resort in the Caribbean this summer.  The new Riviera Maya EDITION at Kanai is slated to open this summer in the Kanai development in the Mexican Caribbean.  It will be the second luxury … The post Marriott Is Opening Its New Edition Hotel in the Riviera Maya  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmbplB

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Erin Fisher, who sent in this lovely shot of La Sagesse Beach in Grenada. 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: On the Beach in Grenada appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmYhSB

  American Airlines has added more flights for the upcoming St Kitts Music Festival and the broader summer season.  The carrier is expanding airlift to the island for the highly-anticipated event, which runs June 22-24.  The airline has added additional … The post American Airlines Is Adding More Flights to St Kitts This Summer appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmWbmT

  Several top chefs are headed to the island of St John for a new US Virgin Islands food festival next month.  The new Taste of Lovango is set at the private-island Lovango Resort and Beach Club off the coast … The post A New Food Festival in the US Virgin Islands appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmSrJD

  There’s a major new yoga festival coming to the Caribbean this summer.  The new Bonaire Yoga and Wellness Festival will be held June 19-25, 2023, in partnership with the Bindu Yoga and Healing Center.  The weeklong festival will include … The post The Caribbean Has a New Yoga Festival appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmPtFN

  Palladium Hotel Group has completed the renovation of its Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort and Spa in Montego Bay.  The all-inclusive resort has seen the refurbishment of common areas and 537 hotel rooms, including 48 suites of two newly-created categories.  … The post Palladium Completes Renovation of Jamaica All-Inclusive Resort appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmPt1C

  Caribbean airline Winair has relaunched its popular Day Tripper Fare – making it easier than ever to hop over to the nearby island of Saba.  The Day Tripper Fare means travelers can take a round-trip, same-day trip to Saba … The post The Perfect Day Trip from St Maarten  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmLvJD

  The Aruba Soul Beach Music Festival is back this spring, with a host of top stars headlining the popular event.  The 21st annual edition of Soul Beach will include stars like Jill Scott, The Roots and Lucky Daye, among … The post The Aruba Soul Beach Music Festival Is Back  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmHy3f

  The completely revamped Cayo Levantado all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic now has an opening date: June 1, 2023.  The Bahia Principe property is set on the island of Cayo Levantado, a few miles off the coast of Samana … The post Revamped Dominican Republic All-Inclusive Opening in June  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmFKst

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Daniel DeBee, who sent in this lovely shot of Hull Bay in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Hull Bay, St Thomas appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SmCNgx

  It’s the fastest-growing sport in America, and now pickleball has found its way to another island in the Caribbean: Nevis.  The island’s top luxury resort, the Four Seasons Resort Nevis, has debuted four new pickleball courts overlooking Nevis Peak.  … The post This Top Caribbean Resort Now Has Pickleball appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sm9Q2Y

  Jamaica has been looking to the African tourism market in recent years, and now the island is stepping up its collaboration with South Africa.  Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett met this week with South Africa Tourism Minister Patricia de … The post Jamaica, South Africa Eye Tourism Collaboration  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sm6t99

  Upstart carrier Arajet is adding more flights between the Dominican Republic and Jamaica, citing surging demand for the route.  Arajet first launched the route between Santo Domingo and Kingston last November.  Now, the carrier will be ramping up service … The post Arajet Adding More Jamaica-Dominican Republic Flights appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sm6stf

  Travelers continue to flock to the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire at levels ahead of the banner year of 2019, according to new data from Tourism Corporation Bonaire.  The island welcomed 16,367 stay over visitors in March, a 2.3 … The post Bonaire Tourism Arrivals Keep Climbing  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sm4571

  Frontier Airlines has added a pair of new routes to the Dominican Republic, with new service to both Punta Cana and Santo Domingo.  Frontier is now flying out of Tampa International Airport to both destinations; with service twice weekly.  … The post Frontier Just Launched New Flights to Punta Cana, Santo Domingo appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sm1QGc

  Richard Branson’s Virgin Voyages cruise brand is adding another new destination in the Caribbean: Antigua and Barbuda.  The fast-growing cruise hotspot will begin receiving calls from Virgin Voyages in January 2024, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The news was revealed … The post Virgin Voyages Is Adding a New Destination: Antigua  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlyP9V

  The cruise industry in Antigua and Barbuda is booming, with surging passenger arrival numbers and a burgeoning position as one of the Caribbean’s top home-porting destinations.  This year has seen a 78.7 percent increase in cruise arrivals to Antigua … The post Antigua’s Cruise Industry Is Booming appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlvSnk

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Nadia Hughes, who sent in this lovely shot of a rainbow over Magens Bay in St Thomas, USVI. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: A Rainbow in St Thomas, USVI appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlsFsm

  British Airways just kicked off its first-ever flights to Guyana, a destination that continues to see new routes from both North America and across the pond.  The airline is now operating a new direct route from London Gatwick to … The post British Airways Just Launched Its First Flights to Guyana  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Slq87Q

  By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI Sailrock South Caicos, a luxury villa resort and residential community in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is launching several new luxury villas with a range of configurations and homesites.  Among these is … The post Turks and Caicos’ Sailrock Adds New Villa  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlmK1k

  There’s a new way to travel between Antigua and Aruba, following the launch of a new route on British Airways.  The new route kicked off this week, with service from London to Antigua to Aruba.  “We are pleased with … The post A New Antigua-Aruba Flight  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SljHYY

  Jamaica has big tourism plans for Negril on the island’s northern coast.  Both Negril and the city of Lucea are pegged for major development, according to Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett.  This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, … The post Jamaica Has Big Tourism Development Plans in Negril  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlfK30

  By Joe Pike. Special Contributor to CJI The Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS) is set to kick off its 14th annual event in Florida this May, bringing together an unrivaled collection of the region’s top hotel and … The post Major Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference Coming to Miami appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlbK3Z

  Playa Hotels and Resorts’ Jewel brand has officially opened its second all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana, Playa confirmed to Caribbean Journal. The new Jewel Palm Beach resort is set in the Cabeza de Toro area of greater Punta Cana.  … The post Jewel Officially Opens New Punta Cana All-Inclusive  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlXNBG

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Ed Cave, who sent in this stunning shot of Trunk Bay on St John in the USVI. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Trunk Bay, St John, USVI appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlVFXm

  It’s getting even easier to fly to Nassau, The Bahamas from New York.  Delta Air Lines is adding a second daily flight between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Nassau’s Lynden Pindling International Airport, with service set … The post More New York-Nassau Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlS5rV

  Ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines is set to add another new nonstop route to the Dominican Republic in May.  Frontier will be kicking off a new nonstop route between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic beginning May … The post Frontier Airlines Is Adding New Nonstop Dominican Republic Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlPDDh

  More and more travelers are traveling to The Bahamas via ferry from Florida, according to Spanish firm Balearia, which operates a pair of ferry routes to the country.  Baleria, which runs ferries from Fort Lauderdale to both Grand Bahama … The post More Travelers Are Taking Ferries to The Bahamas  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlLD4q

  Eleuthera is known for its beaches, its blue holes, its scenery and its inimitable culture.  It’s not known for all-inclusive resorts.  But one of the island’s top hotels is changing that.  The French Leave Resort in Governor’s Harbour is … The post How to Take an All-Inclusive Vacation in Eleuthera appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlHCNr

  American Airlines has added more flights to St Croix, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The airline is now running two daily flights from Miami to St Croix’s Henry E Rohlsen Airport from now through the summer.  The service will go … The post American Airlines Adds More St Croix Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SlD8DZ

  Hyatt has continued its regional expansion with a new hotel in Mexico: the new Hyatt Regency San Luis Potosi.  The new 134-room hotel is set in the city’s Las Lomas neighborhood, adjacent to the San Luis Potosi’s historic downtown.  … The post Hyatt Just Opened a New Regency Hotel in Mexico  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sl99Jh

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Barbro Fri, who sent in this lovely shot of the coast in Soufriere, Dominica. 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: Soufriere, Dominica appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sl712X

  Caribbean Airlines is launching new flights between Barbados and St Vincent next month, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Trinidad-based regional carrier will be kicking off its new flights on Aug. 3, with service running through at least Nov. 6, … The post New Barbados-St Vincent Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sl4sQ9

  A new project by Florida Atlantic University aims to help restore the population of Queen Conch in Grand Bahama.  The school’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute has received a $2.8 million grant from Builders Initiative to establish a new queen … The post In The Bahamas, A New Kind of Conch Farm  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sl20pc

  One of the top resorts in the Mexican Caribbean has unveiled a major new look: the Fairmont Mayakoba, which has completed a massive renovation.  The project included a complete renovation of all guest rooms, an “overhaul” of its eateries … The post This Playa del Carmen Luxury Resort Has a New Look  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkyxlK

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  By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI Recent interest rate increases have certainly given pause to buyers considering plunking down cash on a new Caribbean home. This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on Caribbean hotel, … The post The Climate for Caribbean Home Financing appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Skrr0f

  It’s been a Caribbean music Mecca for nearly three decades, an annual summer gathering that’s an essential stop for any music star with an interest in the Caribbean.  A staple of the region’s music scene for 25 years, the … The post This Is the Summer’s Must-Visit Caribbean Music Festival  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SknsBJ

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Trevor David, who sent in this spectacular shot of the view from Land O Reef Estate on the island of Carriacou in Grenada. Have you taken a great photo in … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Enjoying the View in Carriacou appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sklpty

  InterCaribbean Airways is adding more flights between Grenada and Barbados.  Beginning next week, InterCaribbean will be adding more frequencies on the route, up-gauging its aircraft from a 30-seat Embraer 120 to a 48-seat ATR 42.  Grenada continues to rebuild … The post InterCaribbean Is Adding More Barbados-Grenada Flights  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkjlHj

  Royal Caribbean is moving ahead with its planned Royal Beach Club development in The Bahamas.  The beach club will be set on 17 acres at the far end of Paradise Island; the project was just approved by the government … The post Royal Caribbean Moves Forward on New Bahamas Beach Club  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkfwMn

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  By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI A new home has hit the market, and it’s the most expensive home currently for sale in the Caribbean: to the tune of $200 million. This story is part of Caribbean Journal … The post This is the Most Expensive Home in the Caribbean appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkXv9s

  A new $300 million private-island residential resort project has broken ground in The Bahamas.  The new Montage Cay, a partnership between Sterling Global and Montage International, held its groundbreaking this past week on what was formerly known as Matt … The post $300 Million Private Island Project Breaks Ground in The Bahamas  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkXtx6

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  Marriott has reopened Solaz, its Luxury Collection resort in Los Cabos, Mexico, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The resort, set on the Sea of Cortez, has relaunched with more rooms and a new dining concept.  “We are excited to reopen … The post Marriott Just Reopened Its Los Cabos Luxury Resort  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkQn6f

  The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader of Michael Blake, Chagrin Falls, OH, who sent in this spectacular photo of Princess Diana Beach in Barbuda. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to … The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Princess Diana Beach, Barbuda appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkNf8q

  By Dana Niland The Dutch side of St Maarten is getting what could be its first true luxury resort.  This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on Caribbean hotel, real estate and tourism business news. Join … The post A New Luxury Residential Resort Is Coming to St Maarten  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkLWfN

  Doubles, anyone?  British Airways is launching new nonstop flights to Port of Spain this month, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The new nonstop route from London Gatwick will launch Sunday, March 26, according to British Airways.  The route will be … The post British Airways Is Launching New Nonstop Flights to Trinidad appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkHhFG

  The PGA Tour has returned again for the 15th edition of the Puerto Rico Open golf tournament.  This week, some of the world’s top players will compete for a $3.8 million purse at the Grand Reserve Golf Club in … The post PGA Tour Returns for Puerto Rico Open  appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/SkDbzQ

  By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI For Jill Cherubin, managing broker for Christie’s International Real Estate US Virgin Islands, the best part about her decision to live in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, was the diverse cultures and … The post How to Move to St Croix, Explained appeared first on Caribbean Journal. http://dlvr.it/Sk9XR1

  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