United Airlines Adding New Flights to Dominican Republic, Belize
United Airlines is kicking off a new Caribbean expansion headlined by the launch of new service to destinations including the Dominican Republic and Belize. That includes the launch of new nonstop service from Denver to Belize City, Belize, along with …
Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Names New President
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association has elected a new president, the regional tourism body announced this week. The CHTA has elected Pablo Jose Torres Sojo as its next president, succeeding Barbados hotelier Patricia Affonso-Dass. Torres is currently the general manager of …
Caribbean Airlines Relaunches New York-Guyana Flights
Caribbean Airlines has relaunched its service from New York to Guyana, the company said this week. The Oct. 19 relaunch comes after service had been suspended amid the pandemic. Caribbean Airlines will be revealing its complete flight schedule between the …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Pointe Blanche, St Maarten
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Caroline van Oost, who sent in this stunning shot of Pointe Blanche in St Maarten. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in …
LVMH’s St Barth Hotel Is Reopening
LVMH’s Cheval Blanc St Barth Isle de France is reopening its doors later this month, Caribbean Journal has learned. The ultra-luxe resort on Flamands Beach in St Barth will reopen on Oct. 29, according to WIMCO, whose hotel specialists help …
From The Bahamas to Jamaica, The Talking Heads’ Caribbean Love Story
Talking Heads drummer Chris Frantz’s new book, Remain in Love, is a billet-doux to his bandmate and wife of more than 40 years, bassist Tina Weymouth, as well as documenting the couple’s musical journey together — first, as part of …
Where to Take an Extended Vacation in Saint Lucia
More and more travelers are taking advantage of remote work and extended-stay programs in the Caribbean, and now one of Saint Lucia’s most popular resort companies is offering a program of its own. It’s called “Live in Paradise” and it’s …
Statia Is Getting Its First Luxury Resort
The island of St Eustatius, popularly known as Statia, is getting its first-ever luxury resort, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new Golden Rock Resort is slated to debut on the Dutch Caribbean island in March 2021, according to the property. …
How to Plan the Ultimate Caribbean Luxury Vacation
In the age of social distancing, travelers are placing a premium on privacy — both in their transportation and their accommodations. And that’s the reasoning behind the launch of leading luxury villa rental company WIMCO’s new WIMCO Prive’ concierge travel …
TRS Yucatan Resort Reopens in the Riviera Maya
Palladium’s TRS Yucatan resort has reopened its doors in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Caribbean Journal has learned. The adults-only property in greater Playa del Carmen is officially open and welcoming guests. Parent company Palladium Hotel Group has reopened …
Anguilla’s Frangipani Beach Resort to Reopen in November
One of Anguilla’s top boutique resorts is set to relaunch next month, Caribbean Journal has learned. The popular Frangipani Beach Resort is set to reopen Nov. 1, the property confirmed. “We are looking forward to reopening our resort for our …
Belmond to Reopen Anguilla, St Martin Resorts
Two of the Caribbean’s leading luxury resorts are planning to reopen for the upcoming winter season, Caribbean Journal has learned. The Belmond Cap Juluca Resort in Anguilla and the Belmond La Samanna Resort in St Martin are both scheduled to …
The Bahamas’ Caerula Mar Club Is Reopening Oct. 24
The Caerula Mar Club in The Bahamas is reopening in October, Caribbean Journal has learned. The resort, most famous as the setting for the HGTV program “Renovation Island,” will be reopening on South Andros on Oct. 24. The show sees …
CHTA to Hold Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Spring 2021
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association is planning to hold Caribbean Travel Marketplace, the regional showcase of global leadership, diversity and resilience, in Spring 2021. The move from January – when the event is traditionally held – to April or …
American Airlines Ramping Up Flights to St Thomas, St Croix
American Airlines is set to undertake a major increase in flights to the US Virgin Islands, Caribbean Journal has learned. The world’s largest airline will significantly ramp up service to both St Thomas and St Croix beginning in November, according …
