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JetBlue Is Launching 5 New Nonstop Flights to Puerto Rico This Month

White sand along Condado Beach, pastel balconies above narrow streets in Old San Juan, the low hum of traffic circling the centuries-old city walls — Puerto Rico has long been one of the most direct Caribbean trips from the mainland United States. Now more cities are getting a nonstop path to the island. JetBlue is […]

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Bahamasair Is Starting New Nonstop Flights to North Eleuthera From Fort Lauderdale

The beaches of Eleuthera are getting a little closer to South Florida. Bahamasair has announced a new nonstop route from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to North Eleuthera Airport, operating every Wednesday and Sunday through Jan. 4, 2026. The new route will start Nov. 23, officials confirmed to Caribbean Journal. Roundtrip fares start at $316, offering […]

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Why Antigua and Barbuda Will Be a Caribbean Art Capital This Fall

The vibrant arts scene of Antigua and Barbuda will take center stage once again as the twin-island nation prepares for the third edition of Antigua and Barbuda Art Week. Running from Nov. 26 to Dec. 2, 2025, the celebration promises a full week of “Culture in Color,” showcasing more than fifty of the country’s most […]

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Punta Cana Is the Top Trending Destination for Thanksgiving Travel, According to Hilton

Thanksgiving may be rooted in tradition — but this year, many Americans are trading turkey and stuffing for palm trees and turquoise water. According to new data from Hilton, Punta Cana is the number one trending destination for U.S. travelers this Thanksgiving holiday. The findings are based on searches for four-night stays between Nov. 26 and […]

Why Antigua and Barbuda Will Be a Caribbean Art Capital This Fall

On the south coast of Barbados, Ocean Hotels Barbados has quietly become one of the Caribbean’s most appealing choices for couples in search of a destination wedding — and a standout option for travel advisors looking for a partner that makes romance easy to book and effortless to deliver. The collection brings together three distinctive […]

Canadian Travelers Are Flocking To Aruba

Canadians are flocking to Aruba right now. The island welcomed 41,754 visitors from Canada in the first half of 2025, according to newly released data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization. That represents an 8.2 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024 – and it’s one of the highest growth rates from Canada for […]

Culture Is Integral to Caribbean Tourism. A New Campaign Is Emphasizing That Connection.

The Caribbean Tourism Organization is turning to storytelling to put culture at the center of Caribbean Tourism Month this November. The regional body has unveiled a new initiative called “Caribbean Cultural Mosaic: Rejuvenating Heritage and Authenticity,” a campaign designed to spotlight the artists, traditions and heritage that shape the region’s identity. Under the subtheme “Our Cultural Gem,” […]

George Town, Grand Cayman Is Getting Its First Luxury Hotel

George Town has always been the beating heart of Cayman Islands — a compact waterfront capital defined by its financial core, lively harbor and its role as the island’s front door. But it’s never really been a place to stay. That’s about to change. Early next year, the city will welcome its first full-scale luxury […]

More Travelers Are Choosing Curaçao — And They're Staying Longer

Tourism is surging in Curaçao. The island welcomed 53,671 stayover visitors in September, an eight percent increase compared to the same month last year — another sign of how strongly the destination has rebounded. The gains weren’t isolated to one market. North America posted the biggest jump with a 13 percent rise in arrivals, followed […]

The New Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Mexico Is Now Taking Bookings for Late November

Between the Sierra Madre mountains and the Pacific Ocean, a new retreat is emerging on Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit — and it’s now officially taking bookings. The long-anticipated Siari, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is set to debut in late November, offering travelers one of Mexico’s most intimate and immersive luxury experiences. Spread across 920 acres and nearly […]

St Kitts Is Getting a New Boutique Hotel With 18 Suites, Smart Tech, and a Rooftop Bar

A new chapter in St. Kitts’ hospitality story is taking shape. The St. Kitts Tourism Authority has announced the groundbreaking of The Wedge Boutique Hotel, a distinctive new property designed to blur the lines between home and hotel. Scheduled to open in February 2027, the 18-suite retreat aims to deliver a residential-style hospitality experience for […]

Southwest Airlines Is Launching the Only Nonstop Flight From Las Vegas to Cancun

Travelers looking for an easier way to get from the desert to the beach will soon have a new option. Southwest Airlines has announced plans to launch the only nonstop service between Las Vegas and Cancun, with flights set to begin June 4, 2026, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new route will give travelers a […]

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