Barbados has its landmark historic places. The Garrison in Bridgetown, with its parade ground and UNESCO World Heritage designation, anchors the island’s story (including the George Washington House). St. Nicholas Abbey draws visitors with its centuries-old Jacobean mansion and rum estate history. Gun Hill’s signal station and lion statue still look out across the countryside […]
Tennis superstar Serena Williams recently completed a high-profile visit to Jamaica — but it wasn’t for sun, sand and sea. The world’s number one-ranked player headed with her team to Ocho Rios to help build a school in the area of Salt Marsh through the Serena Williams Fund. The Salt Marsh Infant School is the third […]
Above: the Kunuku Aqua Resort in Curaçao The Kunuku Aqua resort in Curacao has just completed a significant expansion project, according to the Curaçao Tourist Board. The propert has added 90 new rooms, expanding to a total of 114 apartments and rooms. The hotel, which is located a short drive from Curaçao’sHato Caves, has a […]
Since its launch, JetBlue has always been among the more creative aviation companies — and now it’s upping the ante. JetBlue has announced the launch of Silicon Valley-based JetBlue Technology Ventures, a wholly-owned subsidiary that will invest in, incubate and partner with early stage startups in “at the intersection of technology, travel and hospitality,” according […]
American Airlines has launched a new service to the Caribbean. The carrier has begun a new weekly service between Charlotte, North Carolina and Curaçao in the Dutch Caribbean. The flights will be operated on an Airbus A319 aircraft with 128 seats, and will operate on Saturdays. The flight could also provide new connection options as a […]
The Nonsuch Bay resort in Antigua is planning a significant expansion. The project is planning a $58 million expansion project that will include a combination of 188 new condominium and hotel units, according to Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Minister Asot Michael. The project will also include a yacht club, spa, gym and wellness center, along with […]
The Dutch Caribbean island of Curaçao is planning a significant terminal expansion project, according to the Curaçao Tourist Board. Curaçao Airport Partners has announced an “extensive” terminal expansion project slated for completion in 2018. The project will include added space in waiting areas, along with more shops and food and beverage areas, among other additions. […]
A major new energy project By Dana Niland CJ Contributor A big new green energy project is in the works in St Lucia. Saint Lucia Electricity Services Limited has issued a request for proposals for competitive firms to submit bids to develop an on-island three-megawatt solar photovoltaic project. The solar plant will be located north […]
A big new look By Dana Niland CJ Contributor W Hotels Worldwide has announced that W Mexico City has completed a multi-phase transformative renovation, including the debut of new restaurant J BY JOSÉ ANDRÉS. The renovation was led by New York-based designer Anurag Nema of Nemaworkshop in partnership with Starwood’s award-winning design team, and is […]
We’ve all had that feeling on one Caribbean trip or another — “what if we don’t go back?” But this is one step further — moving to the Caribbean and living right on the beach, living steps or a short distance from the sand in your own Caribbean fantasy. Imagine waking up with the sound of […]
A new kind of relaxation By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor If I were any more relaxed I’d slip into a coma. That’s what I’m thinking as I laze on a chaise, swaddled in a waffle cotton robe and gazing out at the Caribbean just beyond my slippered feet. I’ve just emerged from a massage […]
Sure, you can head to the beach for Spring Break, but why not add a new skill while you’re at it? Like French lessons, for example. The Cheval Blanc St Barth Isle de France hotel has launched a new program that will offer immersive French lessons. The lessons will be for anyone — kids or […]
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