5 Great Caribbean Destinations for Valentine’s Day

By: - January 26th, 2019
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Cap Cana, Dominican Republic No, this isn’t Punta Cana. The tony enclave of Cap Cana a short drive from Punta Cana International Airport is a rarefied corner of Caribbean luxury — and home to one of the region’s most overwhelmingly romantic places to stay: the Eden Roc Cap Cana. The story here is the rooms, particularly the pool suites — voluptuously designed, remarkably capacious units that simply ooze luxury. And the food factor is met here, too, with three Relais & Chateaux eateries led by the oceanside La Palapa.


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Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sunset on the Beach in Barbados

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By the Caribbean Journal staff The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Keith Pledger, who sent in this lovely shot of sunset on the beach in Barbados. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the subject line, including your first and last name and […]

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Rum Journal: The Best Rum Bar in St Martin

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By Alexander Britell GRAND CASE – There’s always something new to discover on Grand Case Boulevard, a corner unseen, a tiny alley overlooked. It’s a street that has lived many lives — including this latest one, a renaissance in the wake of unwanted visitors. The newest addition to Grand Case, though, is exceptionally special. It’s called […]

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Saint Lucia Mulls Second Cruise Port

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By the Caribbean Journal staff Saint Lucia is planning to build a second cruise port on the island, according to Prime Minister Allen Chastanet. The plan for the “southern” cruise port would be near the Hewanorra International Airport in Vieux Fort. That would mean “people will be able to get off their chartered flights and […]


What to Expect on Carnival’s Newest Ship, Mardi Gras

By the Caribbean Journal staff Carnival Cruise Line has revealed the first look at its highly-anticipated new Mardi Gras ship. The ship, named as a nod to the line’s first ship in 1972, has already launched construction. The 20-deck ship, which will be powered by liquefied natural gas, will have more than 20 stateroom categories, […]

Mayakoba’s New Toes-in-the-Sand Eatery

By the Caribbean Journal staff There’s a hip toes-in-the-sand eatery in the heart of the tony Mayakoba community on the Riviera Maya in Mexico. The Andaz Mayakoba Resort has debuted its new Sotavento beach restaurant, under the stewardship of executive chef Miguel Gomez. The menu is a mix of fresh seafood, salads, appetizers and desserts. […]

Luxe Villas Reopen on Anguilla’s Long Bay Beach

By the Caribbean Journal staff Carnival Cruise Line has revealed the first look at its highly-anticipated new Mardi Gras ship. The ship, named as a nod to the line’s first ship in 1972, has already launched construction. The 20-deck ship, which will be powered by liquefied natural gas, will have more than 20 stateroom categories, […]

The Moorings Has a New Destination: Martinique

By the Caribbean Journal staff Leading yacht charter company The Moorings has added a new destination in the Caribbean: the French Caribbean island of Martinique. The entry to Martinique will include bareboat and skippered charters on both sail and power yachts for the winter of 2019. The company’s fleet in Martinique will include mid-size Beneteau […]