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These Aruba Resorts Have the Island’s Best All-Inclusive Options

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The story of Aruba’s all-inclusive resorts began more than half a century ago, when the island’s first Divi property opened in 1969 — named for the windswept divi-divi tree that still lines its beaches. It was a bold idea at the time: a self-contained Caribbean vacation where everything was included, and every day could unfold on island […]

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Bonaire Just Removed of Its All Travel Requirements 

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As of June 1, 2022, travelers to Bonaire will no longer need to complete health declaration form, Caribbean Journal has learned.  That means that the island will no longer have any special travel requirements to visit the island.  The health declaration form will expire since officials said the situation around Covid-19 was “under control.” The […]

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Divi Resorts Names New Caribbean Regional Director 

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Divi Resorts has named a new regional director of operations for the Caribbean, the company said this week.  The North Carolina-based company has tapped Mo Sallah to the role, in which he will oversee resort operations at Divi’s seven properties across the region.  “My experience over the years has included serving in executive roles at […]

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Bonaire Set for Major Caribbean Rum Festival

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Michelin-starred chefs. Oceanfront cocktail bars. World-class rums. The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire is readying to host its most anticipated event in years: Bonaire Rum Week, the weeklong celebration of premium rum and culinary culture from June 14-17. Bonaire Rum Week, which is organized by Caribbean Journal in collaboration with Tourism Corporation Bonaire, brings some […]


Divi Resorts Names New Caribbean Regional Director 

The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire is projecting a strong 2022, according to new data fro Tourism Corporation Bonaire.  The island’s top tourism organization is reporting a “strong increase” in bookings in the first six months of this year.  And for the May-July period, TCB says it has a “positive” outlook, projecting tourism numbers 76.7 […]

Bonaire Rum Week Launches Photo Competition 

The most exciting event in the Dutch Caribbean of 2022 has expanded again, this time with a new Photo Competition.  The Bonaire Rum Week Photo Competition, which launched May 5, seeks the best photos of Bonaire under or above the water.  Whether it’s the stunning sands of Lac Bay or the fascinating frontier of the […]

The Caribbean Island of Statia Just Removed All Testing Rules 

The Dutch Caribbean island of Statia has officially discontinued its entry travel rules, Caribbean Journal has learned.  That means the island no longer requires pre-testing for travelers, effective May 11.  Statia, which is a short ferry or plane ride from nearby St Maarten, has also removed the requirement for travelers to fill out its EHAS […]

Aruba’s Top Music Festival Is Back 

Aruba’s popular Soul Beach Music Festival is back.  The annual event will make its post-pandemic return from May 25-30.  Headliners will include Mary J. Blige, New Edition and comedian Mike Epps.  In a statement, the Aruba Tourism Authority said it “considers the return of this exciting festival as a key indicator of Aruba’s post-pandemic tourism […]

Why to Visit Bonaire in June 

The island of Bonaire is set for its most exciting event in years this June with the launch of Bonaire Rum Week Presented by Caribbean Journal.  The celebration of premium rum will run across the Dutch Caribbean island from June 14-17, with multiple events each day.  “We are endlessly excited about bringing Bonaire Rum Week […]

Bonaire Just Updated Its Testing Protocols for Visitors

The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire has announced an update to its entry travel protocols, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The new rules, which just went into effect on Jan. 16, mean fully vaccinated visitors can travel to Bonaire with either a negative rapid antigen test taken within 24 hours before departure to Bonaire or a […]

Bonaire Just Lifted All of Its Testing Requirements

The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire has lifted all of its testing requirements, Caribbean Journal has learned. That means no pre-testing is required of travelers, regardless of vaccination status. Vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers will just have to fill in a health declaration for their trip to Bonaire. Bonaire joins a handful of Caribbean destinations that […]

Bonaire Just Updated Its Entry Requirements for Travelers

The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire has announced changes to its entry requirements for travelers, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The new rules, which take effect Dec. 22, mean travelers need to show proof of a negative PCR test result taken and received within 48 hours before departure to Bonaire.  The rule applies to all travelers […]