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Southwest Airlines Is Launching New Daily Flights to a Caribbean Island Famous for Sand, Beach Bars and Gourmet Eateries

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The approach into Princess Juliana International Airport is one of the most recognizable arrivals in the Caribbean. Jets descend low over the bright water of Simpson Bay before touching down just beyond the edge of Maho Beach, where travelers gather along the sand to watch aircraft pass overhead. Within minutes of leaving the airport, the […]

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Turks and Caicos’ Villa del Mar Reopens

By the Caribbean Journal staff Turks and Caicos’ tourism bounce back continues. Providenciales’ Villa del Mar luxury condominium resort has reopened its doors in the wake of last month’s major storms. Villa del Mar is fully operational and all guest amenities have been restored, the property said in a statement. “Our team did an exceptional […]

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Virgin Voyages to Be Adults-Only Cruise Line

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By the Caribbean Journal staff Sir Richard Branson’s new cruise line is going to be a game-changer for the industry: an adults-only cruise line. Virgin Voyages made the announcement during a keel laying ceremony for its first ship in Genoa, Italy this week. The “Adult By Design” concept will make Virgin the first major cruise […]

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Norwegian Launches Fort Lauderdale-Martinique Flights

By Alexander Britell Low-cost carrier Norwegian officially launched its first ever flights from Fort Lauderdale to Martinique on Monday, kicking off the new nonstop service with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and some French Caribbean flair. (The flight was welcomed at Martinique’s Aime Cesaire International Airport with the traditional water salute). The new service operates on Mondays, […]


Virgin Voyages to Be Adults-Only Cruise Line

By the Caribbean Journal staff The British Virgin Islands’ tourism recovery continues. In another positive step for the destination, ferry service has resumed from Tortola to the island of Jost Van Dyke. New Horizon Ferry Service Ltd has resumed a temporary ferry schedule operating on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, operating round trip sailings three times […]

Winair Opens Sales Office in Philipsburg, St Maarten

By the Caribbean Journal staff St Maarten-based regional Caribbean carrier Winair has opened a sales office in Philipsburg, the company announced this week. The opening comes after Hurricanes Irma and Maria destroyed Winair’s main offices and severely damaged the island’s airport (the latter of which is now open again). Customers can book flights, change reservations […]

Park Hyatt Planning Two Hotels in Mexico

By the Caribbean Journal staff The Park Hyatt brand is expanding in the region, with plans for two new hotels in Mexico. Park Hyatt is planning new developments in both Los Cabos and Mexico City. They will follow the upcoming debut of the Park Hyatt St Kitts. “We are excited to announce the introduction of […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority’s New Chairman

By the Caribbean Journal staff The Bermuda Tourism Authority has a new chairman. Bermuda Tourism Minister Jamahl Simmons has named Bermudian hotelier Paul Telford as the new chairman of the board of the BTA. Simmons’ appointment comes after the retirement of founding Chairman David Dodwell. Telford is currently the managing director at Rosewood Tucker’s Point; […]

HM Opening New Resort in Dominican Republic

By the Caribbean Journal staff Hotel chain HM Hotels is adding a new resort in the Dominican Republic, according to the country’s Ministry of Tourism. The new 280-room property will be located in the area of Bayahibe on the southern coast of the Dominican Republic. The new property among Dominican Republic hotels will operate under […]

Sandals Planning to Open Two Resorts in Tobago

By Alexander Britell Sandals Resorts International is expanding to a new Caribbean island: Tobago. Sandals has signed a memorandum of understanding to bring both its Sandals and Beaches brands to Tobago. Sandals Resorts International Chairman Gordon “Butch” Stewart said plans were underway to develop two resorts on a site he called “magnificent.” “We look forward […]

Le Ti St Barth Reopens

By the Caribbean Journal staff One of St Barth’s most legendary nighttime spots has reopened in the wake of Hurricane Irma. Le Ti St Barth, the edgy, always-bustling restaurant-lounge, opened its doors again this weekend. Le Ti St Barth, which first opened in 1995, had what it called a “crazy opening” featuring a brass band […]

VIDEO: Why You Need to Visit Montego Bay, Jamaica Right Now

By Alexander Britell We drive down the path of an old coastal highway, a now-bumpy dirt road that was here during the jet set days, when Montego Bay was the among the Caribbean’s first big travel hotspots. After a short drive navigating through brush, we find it: a totally deserted stretch of pure white sand […]

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