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Grenada’s New Tourism Push Is All About Authentic Storytelling

Grenada has been open for tourism since last summer, and now the island’s making a new push to draw travelers — with a focus on authenticity. It’s called Grenada Rocks, and the new campaign looks to highlight the island’s rich […]

Finding Authentic Gelato in Antigua

Above: The Larder (All photos by CJ) There are all kinds of ways to cool down in Antigua, whether it’s an English Harbour on the rocks or a Wadadli or a dip on Darkwood Beach. But when it comes to […]

Finding Authenticity in Caribbean Tourism

Above: Martinique (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff How does a Caribbean destination deliver authenticity? For Dominica native Dr Lennox Honychurch, the answer lies in presenting a complete package to visitors — exposing them to the Caribbean’s cuisine, culture, […]

Martinique-Based Caribbean Tourism Conference to Focus on Authenticity

Above: Martinique (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff This year’s Caribbean Tourism Organization State of the Industry Conference will focus on visitor experience and authenticity, the regional organization announced Friday. The conference, which will be hosted in Martinique for […]

In St Kitts, An Authentic Taste of Jamaica

Above: St Kitts (CJ Photo) By Alexander Britell ST KITTS – It’s almost 1,000 miles from Jamaica, but at an indoor-outdoor beach eatery on Frigate Bay in St Kitts, chef Michael Clarke brings his guests to the heart of Kingston. […]

This Top Paradise Island Restaurant Has a New Look

Ocean Blu, one of the two eateries at the Ocean Club, a Four Seasons Resort on Paradise Island in The Bahamas, has gotten a new look and a new culinary program. The open-air eatery set next to the resort’s infinity […]

Island Routes Has a New Travel Advisor Loyalty Program

Island Routes has a new loyalty program for travel advisors, Caribbean Travel Advisor has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean Journal Travel Advisor for […]

The Best Caribbean Islands to Visit This Summer, From Antigua to St Croix

We’ve been saying it for years, and we’ll keep saying it: in some ways, the Caribbean is even better in the summer months. The water is warm. It’s a bit less crowded, a little bit quieter. At night, the trade […]

American Airlines Is Making It Easier to Fly to Bonaire

A buzzing culinary scene anchored by the Caribbean’s number one restaurant. A growing number of authentic, hip hotels and resorts. And did we mention some of the best diving and snorkeling on earth? The Dutch Caribbean island has been one […]

10 Resorts in Puerto Rico for Your Next “Isla del Encanto” Vacation

Puerto Rico has more than 130 hotels, which is a lot to choose from. But there are some that stand out for their history, unique location, authentic vibe, luxury experience — and some with a combination of all of the […]

American Airlines Just Expanded Its French Caribbean Flights

From the rainforests to the rum, the haute cuisine to the beaches, the French Caribbean island of Martinique is among the most diverse, fascinating places to visit in the wider region. And now it’s easier than ever to fly to […]

The Great Grand Bahama Comeback

Approaching five years post-Hurricane Dorian, it appears Grand Bahama is having a major moment in the sun. The northernmost Bahamian island was ground zero for the 2019 storm, which caused an estimated $7 billion in damage Bahamas-wide. Today, according to […]

Journeying to Francis Ford Coppola’s Rainforest Lodge in Belize

The barman at the Jaguar Bar is happy to tell you the recipe for Jaguar Juice. It’s simple, so he says: One Barrel rum; pineapple juice; and a local liqueur called Nanse that’s made from a Belizean fruit called craboo. […]

The Island of St Kitts Is Hot Right Now — And Travelers Are Flocking

It’s one of the most diverse tourism destinations in the Caribbean: luxury resorts, vibrant rainforests, centuries-old distilleries, uncrowded beaches and arguably the Caribbean’s premier farm-to-table movement. There’s a reason, after all, travelers have been drawn to St Kitts, an island […]

Ambergris Caye, Belize Has a Sleek New Hotel With a Rooftop Pool

Belize’s beloved Ambergris Caye has just welcomed a brand-new hotel to the island: the Watermark Belize, part of the growing Muy’Ono portfolio of hotels. The new hotel is set in the heart of bustling San Pedro, the country’s most popular […]

Island Routes Is Expanding to St Vincent and the Grenadines

Caribbean attraction company Island Routes is adding another destination in the Caribbean: St Vincent and the Grenadines. The company’s expansion comes ahead of sister brand Sandals Resorts International’s imminent debut of the new Sandals St Vincent resort, slated for this […]

Saint Lucia Is Getting a New Luxury Beach Resort

Even if you haven’t been to the island, you’ve almost certainly seen Saint Lucia’s most famous imagery — the Pitons, around which stand most of the destination’s most luxurious resorts. In recent years, though, the island’s northern tip has been developing […]

Why to Visit Nassau and Paradise Island in The Bahamas Right Now

Just take a short stroll around downtown Nassau and you see it. On one corner, a sparkling new Margaritaville-branded resort anchoring a new mixed-use development. A few steps away, a cutting-edge gallery by one of The Bahamas’ greatest artists. Just […]

Grenada Is Hosting the Caribbean’s Top Sustainable Tourism Event

Grenada will play host this year to one of the most impactful conferences on the Caribbean calendar: the region’s top conference on sustainable tourism. The Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Sustainable Tourism Conference will be held this year from April 22 to […]

Why Zemi Beach House Is the Best Resort in Anguilla Right Now

It feels like Damian is reading our minds. Whatever we need, whether a fruit skewer or a perfectly-timed rum punch, just seems to appear out of thin air. The wonderfully attentive Damian is part of the team at Zemi Beach […]

At Bequia’s Newest Resort, You Can Stay in a Solar-Powered Tent With a Hot Tub

Coming in May, there will be a completely different way to experience the island of Bequia: an authentic glamping resort. Wild Lotus Glamping, which had been for years on Valley Church Beach, is now coming to the Grenadines, with a […]

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How Secret Bay Became the Caribbean’s Most Unique Luxury Resort

You know the moment you arrive, when you see the trees and the cliffs and the faint outline of Guadeloupe in the background. Then you start to see the wooden villas appear in the heart of the rainforest. Dominica’s Secret […]

Looking for a Budget-Friendly Montego Bay Vacation? There’s a New Hotel for That

It’s home to one of the most famous streets in the Caribbean, named after one of Jamaica’s global music icons: Jimmy Cliff Boulevard. While the heavily-trafficked street has seen its share of ups and downs in recent decades, that’s been […]

The Caribbean’s Newest Luxury Hotel Just Opened in Grenada

If you haven’t been to the Silversands hotel in Grenada, it’s one of the most stunning pieces of design in the entire Caribbean: striking lines, a sweeping scope and a spectacular setting on the heart of the island’s Grand Anse […]

Rum Journal: The Best Rum in Belize

The focus of the rum world has traditionally been eastward. The vast number of distilleries across the islands of the Eastern Caribbean have always dominated the attention of rum consumers and connoisseurs alike, with only Guatemala’s Ron Zacapa and Nicaragua’s […]

Marriott Just Opened Its New All-Inclusive Concept in Cancun