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Marriott Just Opened a New Autograph Collection Hotel in the Dominican Republic

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For years, Las Terrenas has been one of the Dominican Republic’s most quietly beautiful destinations — a coastal town known for its long beaches, independent hotels, and relaxed pace, far removed from the country’s larger resort hubs. Unlike Punta Cana or La Romana, Las Terrenas has grown organically, shaped more by boutique properties and local […]

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Andaz Turks and Caicos Tops $50 Million in Sales

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The Andaz Turks and Caicos resort, which just broke ground last month, has now topped $50 million in sales.  The residential resort, which will include 59 keys in its luxury resort and 74 branded residences, has now sold 40 percent of its inventory, according to the project team.  That includes three penthouse listings sold, including […]

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American Airlines Set to Relaunch Tortola Flights 

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American Airlines will soon be relaunching its landmark nonstop service between Miami and Tortola, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The popular route, the first-ever nonstop flight between the United States and the British Virgin Islands, will be restarting on Nov. 16.  The new flights will be operating twice daily from Miami International Airport.  Service will run […]

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Cancun Is the Caribbean’s Busiest Airport 

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Cancun International Airport is the busiest airport in the wider Caribbean region, according to data from analytics firm ForwardKeys.  While it may not be a surprise to those who have been following the Mexican Caribbean’s sizzling growth since the onset of the pandemic, Cancun continues to see passenger traffic levels ahead of pre-pandemic totals.  Indeed, […]


American Airlines Set to Relaunch Tortola Flights 

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has floated out its next “super yacht,” Ilma.  The new boutique cruise ship, which was floated out at Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France, will make its maiden voyage next year.  Ilma will follow the company’s first “superyacht,” Evrima, which made its debut this year in the Caribbean.  “As we celebrate […]

New Brazil-Dominican Republic Flights 

Dominican Republic-based Arajet has been on a rapid expansion push in the last few years, and now the carrier is adding another new destination: Sao Paulo.  This week, Arajet been operating thrice-weekly service between Santo Domingo and Sao Paulo, with flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.  “We have landed in Samba land,” the carrier said […]

Delta Is Launching New Nonstop Flights to Turks and Caicos 

Turks and Caicos has been one of the strongest-performing destinations in the Caribbean since the onset of the pandemic, and now it’s getting another boost from a major airline.  Delta Air Lines is launching a new nonstop service between Minneapolis-St Paul and Providenciales, with flights set to begin on Jan. 20, 2024, local tourism stakeholders […]

Why Sting and Marcus Samuelsson Are Coming to The Bahamas  

The new Bahamas Culinary and Arts Festival is back for its second edition this month at the Baha Mar resort in Nassau.  This year’s food and art event will run from Oct. 26-29, with a series of live events and special dinners.  The event kicks off with a special musical performance by Sting, along with […]

JetBlue Set to Launch New Nonstop Flights to Grenada

Grenada is hotter than ever, and we’re not talking about the temperature.  The island is seeing sizzling tourism numbers as travelers, particularly luxury visitors, flock to the destination for its unique blend of authenticity, natural beauty and barefoot elegance.  That’s along with a dynamic culinary scene (and even the Caribbean’s most exciting new rum distillery).  […]

Cayman Airways Just Launched a Sale on Los Angeles Flights

Cayman Airways’ popular Los Angeles-Grand Cayman service is expanding in November, and now the carrier is launching a special sale to celebrate.  The new LAX-Cayman flights begin operating twice weekly on Nov. 9, and Cayman Airways is offering a special fare sale for tickets starting at $458 USD.  The deal applies now through Oct. 13, […]

Turks and Caicos Keeps Up Strong Cruise Growth 

The Turks and Caicos Islands continues to show strong growth in cruise passenger traffic, according to newly-released numbers from the destination’s tourism officials.  Turks and Caicos’ cruise industry is centered in the port of Grand Turk, which has welcomed 143 ships so far this year, a 10.9 percent increase compared to the previous year.  That […]