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Month: January 2016

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Rosewood Little Dix Bay Closing for Major Renovation

A landmark Caribbean hotel is set to undergo a major transformation. Rosewood Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands will be launching the most substantial renovation of the property since it was founded by Laurence Rockefeller […]

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Carnival’s Fathom Brand Names Newest Hire

A new addition By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Fathom, Carnival Corporation’s “social impact” cruise line, has appointed Ron Fenska as its Vice President of Sales. Fenska will be responsible for leading the brand’s overall sales strategies and initiatives, including management […]

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A Great Idea in Terre de Haut

A great afternoon By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor It seemed like a good idea at the time. Our ship, Windstar Cruises’ Windsurf, had dropped anchor just offshore from Terre De Haut, one of the islands in Guadeloupe’s archipelago. Passengers […]

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VIDEO: Shell Beach, St Barth

It’s the closest beach to the dock in Gustavia, and set on a small, tawny sand cove carpeted in pinkish shells. This is Shell Beach, home to the Do Brazil restaurant and the trendy boutique called Sunday. Here, you can […]


Lighthouse Pointe Opens in the Bahamas

A major new hotel project has been completed in Grand Bahama. The Lighthouse Pointe is the newest Bahamas all inclusive at the Grand Lucayan resort has officially opened its doors. “As we enter 2016, Lighthouse Pointe marks Grand Lucayan’s entry into […]


This Is the Biggest Cruise Ship to Ever Visit Antigua

A major cruise moment By Dana Niland CJ Travel Editor The Antiguan Cruise Sector registered an historic moment this week when Norwegian Breakaway, the largest cruise ship to dock at its port, arrived at the Nevis Street Pier. Antigua and […]

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How Grenada Is Putting the Focus on “Local”

A new campaign on the Spice Isle By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Grenada has a new focus on “local.” The country’s Ministry of Economic Development, Planning, Trade, Cooperatives and International Business has launched its new National Buy Local and Made […]


A New Bed and Breakfast in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico’s tourism board has been putting a major emphasis on developing the island’s stock of small hotels and guest houses in recent years. And now it has another one. The San Sebastián Bed and Breakfast has opened in the […]


The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Antigua

Poolside at the Cocobay.

Antigua’s topography makes it well-suited for all-inclusive resorts — it’s full of beautiful beaches, hidden corners and private coves that offer the perfect environment for the all-inclusive experience. We’ve always said that the island has a remarkably diverse all-inclusive offering, from […]

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VIDEO: The Avila Beach Hotel’s Classic Curaçao Cocktail

You shouldn’t visit Curaçao without tasting the island’s signature spirit, Blue Curaçao. And you really shouldn’t visit Curaçao without a stay at the Avila Beach Hotel, the island’s hip, always energetic beachfront hotel. Here’s how to make the hotel’s signature […]


A Major New Hotel Project Is Coming to Santo Domingo

hard rock santo domingo

Santo Domingo is getting a potentially game-changing hotel project. Hard Rock International has announced plans to develop a new 40-story hotel and casino in the Dominican Republic’s capital. The property, which will feature 400 hotel rooms and suites and a state-of-the-art casino, […]


Secrets Resort Opens in Panama

AMResorts has kicked off 2016 with its latest hotel opening in the Caribbean Basin: the new Secrets Playa Bonita Panama Resort. The 310-room, adults-only property is the 42nd resort in the company’s collection and the 15th Secrets-branded hotel. It is […]


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