Month: September 2017

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Gansevoort Turks and Caicos to Reopen Oct. 5

By the Caribbean Journal staff Another top Turks and Caicos resort is opening its doors in the wake of Irma and Maria. The Gansevoort Turks and Caicos will reopen for the fall and winter season on Oct. 5. The property […]

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Grenada’s Spice Island Beach Resort Reopens

By the Caribbean Journal staff Grenada’s venerable Spice Island Beach Resort reopens Sept. 29 following several enhancement projects, the property announced. The upgrades came during Spice Island’s annual off-season closure. The changes are highlighted by the addition of a new […]

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Expedia: Montego Bay Seeing Big Growth

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By the Caribbean Journal staff The Jamaican destination of Montego Bay saw big growth in the first half of 2017, according to the latest data from travel giant Expedia. Montego Bay saw nearly 20 percent growth in the first half, […]

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The Best Cigar Shop in Montego Bay

By Alexander Britell It isn’t always easy finding a great Cuban cigar in the Caribbean. That’s why you’re always best off heading for an official Habanos Point or Casa del Habano, those officially licensed by Habanos. But in Montego Bay, […]


St Thomas Airport Reopens

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By the Caribbean Journal staff In a significant boost for the hard-hit island of St Thomas, the Cyril E. King Airport is set to reopen on Thursday for commercial flights. The announcement was made by US Virgin Islands Governor Kenneth […]


The Latest on Nevis Tourism After Irma and Maria

By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Nevis is open for business is usual after the passage of Hurricanes Irma and Maria, tourism officials said this week. “We are incredibly thankful that Nevis has had no structural damage as a result of […]

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Azamara Is Expanding Its Fleet

By the Caribbean Journal staff Royal Caribbean subsidiary Azamara Club Cruises has announced plans to expand its fleet of ships offering all inclusive cruises. Azamara has entered into an agreement to purchase a sister ship to Azamara Journey and Azamara […]


Cruise Ships Returning to St Barth

By the Caribbean Journal staff St Barth’s port of Gustavia will soon be welcoming back cruise ships to the island, according to officials from the St Barth Tourism Committee. The first ship to call on St Barth will be Crystal […]


Grand Cayman’s New Green Real Estate

By the Caribbean Journal staff The Caribbean’s newest real estate development is also its greenest. The SOLARA residential community has launched construction in Grand Cayman as one of the most innovative sustainable developments in the region. NCB Group’s SOLARA is […]

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This St Martin Beach Bar Was Destroyed By Irma. Here’s How to Help Rebuild It.

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By the Caribbean Journal staff It was one of St Martin’s legendary beach bars: Calmos Cafe, the always-happening nightlife and culture hub in the heart of the French Caribbean town of Grand Case. But as it did for much of […]


Bimini Big Game Club Reopening Next Week

By the Caribbean Journal staff The Bahamas’ legendary Bimini Big Game Club resort and marina will be reopening Sept. 29 in the wake of Hurricane Irma, the property announced. The property, which already reopened its signature restaurant, the Bimini Big […]


Jewel Grande, a Major New All Inclusive Resort in Jamaica

By Alexander Britell A game-changing resort has opened its doors in Jamaica. Set on a private cove in the heart of Montego Bay, the beautiful Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa officially debuted this week as a new kind […]