Month: September 2021
Dominican Republic Nearing 3 Million Tourists in 2021
Why Marriott Is Bullish on All-Inclusive
By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has made the main amenity of an all-inclusive resort more prevalent than ever before. This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on Caribbean hotel, real …
The Caribbean Journal Travelers’ Choice Awards Are Back
It’s the largest community of experts on Caribbean travel anywhere: Caribbean Journal readers. And now the Caribbean Journal Travelers’ Choice Awards are back, featuring the best of the Caribbean travel industry as voted by CJ readers. Caribbean Journal’s editorial …
Aruba Ends Curfew, Relaxes Local Measures
Aruba has slightly relaxed its local health measures, according to the island’s tourism authority. Most notably, the island has officially ended the curfew it implemented in August. All establishments can now stay open until midnight, while casinos can remain …
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Carnival Relaunches More Bahamas Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line has launched another ship to the Caribbean, with the restart of Carnival Pride from Baltimore. Carnival Pride is sailing seven-day cruises to The Bahamas, with stops in Nassau, Freeport and the company’s private-island destination, Half Moon …
In The Bahamas, Savoring a Secret Corner of Exuma
“So how’s the fishing here?” I ask. Trevor Bethel slowly lifts up his thumb without moving his hand, showing his agreement without letting in anyone else on the secret. Of course, there’s not another soul that would even notice, …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: A Moment in St John
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Cindy Kestler, who sent in this lovely shot of a moment on the water in St John, USVI. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to …
Cancun Airport Traffic Nearing 2019 Levels
Cancun International Airport continues to see a strong rebound, according to the latest numbers from operator ASUR. The airport reported passenger traffic of 2.061 million in August, just 4.9 percent below the same total in 2019. It did represent …
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Expands to the Caribbean
More and more U.S.-based real estate brokerages are expanding to the Caribbean — and now Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is doing the same, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is opening its first-ever office in the region, adding …
Gulf Land Structures Acquires LQT Industries Assets
Gulf Land Structures, the region’s leading modular construction firms, has acquired the living quarters assets and repair and maintenance business of LQT Industries, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. The assets, acquired from Dynamic Industries, are in various locations throughout …
US Virgin Islands Leading Caribbean Tourism Rebound
It was one of the first Caribbean destinations to reopen amid the pandemic. Now it’s leading the Caribbean’s tourism rebound. The United States Virgin Islands, buoyed by its class-leading Travel Screening Portal, was the top performing destination I the …
Hyatt Names New Managing Director for Caribbean Resort
Hyatt has named a new managing director for its newest resort in the Caribbean: the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico. The company has tapped Mark Frances to the role; he had most recently served as the managing director …
Norwegian Cruise Line Returns to Puerto Rico
Cruising giant Norwegian Cruise Line has officially returned to the island of Puerto Rico. The Norwegian Gem ship called on the port of San Juan this week, carrying 1,300 passengers, a little less than half of its maximum capacity. …
La Colección Is Expanding in the Mexican Caribbean
La Colección Resorts by Fiesta Americana is expanding in the Mexican Caribbean, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. The resort company is adding a pair of new resorts on the coast, including the new Navy Tulum, a boutique resort, and a …
In Dominica, A New Kind of Caribbean All-Inclusive Vacation
The Caribbean’s Nature Island is about to get its first-ever all-inclusive resort experience. But it’s also getting a new kind of all-inclusive vacation. Roseau’s signature Fort Young Hotel and Dive Resort is launching a new all-inclusive program, one it …
Second Cruise Pier Ready in St Kitts
The second cruise pier at St Kitts’ popular Port Zante is ready. The new pier is completed and will be operationalized when the need arises, according to Tuffida Stewart, Acting Chief Executive Officer of the St. Christopher Air and …
American Airlines Launches Miami-Suriname Flights
American Airlines has officially launched flights to its newest Caribbean destination: Suriname. The carrier is the first and only U.S. carrier to offer nonstop service to the CARICOM Member State, with five flights each week from Miami to Paramaribo. …
CJI Conversation: Jose Carlos Azcarraga, CEO of Mexico’s Grupo Posadas
By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI Grupo Posadas is already the largest hotel operator in Mexico, but Jose Carlos Azcarraga, CEO of the company, said that is not enough. This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the …
Turks and Caicos Now Requires All Travelers 16+ to Be Vaccinated
Turks and Caicos’ new vaccination rules have officially taken effect, headlined by a new vaccination requirement for incoming travelers. The British Overseas Territory is now requiring all visitors 16 and over to show proof of full vaccination in order …
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