The blue cobblestones of Old San Juan are packed long before lunch. At El Yunque National Forest, the sound of waterfalls carries through the trees. Along the west coast in Rincón, surfers paddle out beneath orange evening skies. Puerto Rico has become one of the Caribbean’s most in-demand destinations, and getting there is about to […]
Travel agents get double rewards for seven-night stays they book at the adults-only, all-inclusive Serenity at Coconut Bay resort in Saint Lucia. And now that offer is extending, now through April 30, the property has confirmed. The promotion means agents can earn up to $300 per booking, along with a 15 percent commission. The special runs […]
If you’re planning a summer escape to the US Virgin Islands, you’re in for more than just turquoise water and postcard-perfect beaches. From chic boutique hotels in St. Thomas to beachfront resorts in St. Croix, the USVI is packed with unique places to stay — whether you’re dreaming of all-inclusive luxury or a tucked-away villa […]
The term “green” has never been more important, but it’s also never been a broader term. What once merely meant a degree of environmental focus, has now expanded to encompass everything from renewable energy to sustainability to community tourism. That’s the focus of our 2025 edition of the Greenest Hotels in the Caribbean, which covers […]
There’s a new energy at Queen Beatrix International Airport in Aruba. Travelers heading to the United States have gotten their first taste of the island’s brand-new US Check-In Terminal, as the airport quietly began rolling out its upgraded experience with a soft launch. The first to check in? Delta Air Lines flight DL1761, bound for […]
Buyers. Suppliers. Tourism directors. Government ministers. It’s a who’s who of the travel industry, and the most important gathering of its kind for the Caribbean — a region where tourism is part of the fabric of just about everything. This year’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace, the annual event organized by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, […]
There’s never a dull season in Saint Lucia—but this summer, one of the Caribbean’s premier wellness resorts is turning up the tempo. At BodyHoliday, the famed all-inclusive retreat known for its holistic approach to health and wellbeing, the coming months are all about getting out of your comfort zone, trying something new, and—most importantly—having a […]
It’s one of the best golf destinations in the Caribbean: Punta Cana, home to several of the top courses in the world, including Jack Nicklaus’ Punta Espada and Corales, the latter of which has been home to an annual PGA Tour event since 2018. Now, the Corales Puntacana Championship is sticking around, following the announcement […]
The Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo is oldest continuously-inhabited city in the New World, and it’s a tapestry of cafes, art galleries, hip bars and boutique hotels, all set in five-hundred-year-old buildings. It’s also the fastest-growing destination in the Dominican Republic, a country whose tourism numbers keep growing as visitors continue to explore beyond traditional […]
If you haven’t noticed, here at Caribbean Journal we adore small hotels. There’s just something charming, something captivating about boutique properties. They’re a kind of art form: the pure manifestation of the vision of their individual hoteliers, an extension of them and their personalities. And you know what we love even more than small hotels? […]
The reggae. The jerk. The rum. The vibe. Jamaica and its multi-sensory vacation offering continues to reign as one of the Caribbean’s premier destinations for all-inclusive vacations, and that’s not exactly news — the island has always been a haven for the all-inclusive experience. Jamaica all-inclusive has its own definition, with a different personality and a […]
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Joanna Blanco, who sent in this lovely shot of what she calls a “secret corner” of Grace Bay Beach in Turks and Caicos. 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 […]
