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From Jamaica to St Thomas, 7 Hidden Beaches in the Caribbean

hidden beaches

Some are in far- off, remote islands that are secrets unto themselves. Others are in well-traveled destinations but still a bit off the beaten path. Some, well, require a little extra digging.  But isn’t that what traveling to the Caribbean […]

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This Is the Best Boutique Hotel in Jamaica

jamaica's rockhouse hotel in negril.

Bob used to come here in the 1970s.  So did the Rolling Stones.  There’s music all over the place — The Harder They Come posters on the walls; the tributes to the Crown Prince of Reggae, Dennis Brown. And every room […]

$110 Million Excellence Oyster Bay Breaks Ground in Jamaica

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A major new resort project has broken ground in Jamaica. All-inclusive brand Excellence Group Luxury Hotels and Resorts has broken ground on the Excellence Oyster Bay adults-only resort. The $110 million project is slated to debut in the first half […]

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The 7 Best Beaches in Jamaica

All the best beaches in Jamaica.

Many of the best beaches in Jamaica are either totally hidden or private, tucked away for a special few. But that doesn’t mean you can’t find some of the island’s best beaches for yourself,  too. Because while Jamaica is known […]


Jamaica Is Getting Greener

The island of Jamaica has set out on an ambitious green energy plan in the last few years, and it seems things are ahead of schedule. Jamaica had planned to achieve 30 percent of its energy consumption from renewable sources […]


The 7 Best Luxury Stays in Jamaica

Best Luxury Hotels in Jamaica

Splurging on a trip to Jamaica? Whether you’re celebrating something special or just the seeking a rarefied retreat, the land of wood and water offers plenty of high-end hotels where you can combine luxury and languor. Here are the top […]

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Jamaica to Upgrade Ocho Rios Tourism Infrastructure

The Jamaican tourist hub of Ocho Rios is getting a major infrastructure upgrade, according to Tourism Minister Ed Bartlett. The town will see around $2.21 million USD in infrastructural developments, including the construction of a boardwalk from the Ocho Rios […]


Jamaica to Host Major Global Tourism Conference in 2017

Global Conference on Tourism Development

Jamaica is set to host a major conference by the United Nations World Tourism Organization next year. The country will be the host of the first-ever UNWTO Global Conference on Tourism Development and Sustainability, according to Jamaica Tourism Minister Ed […]


Jamaica “Open For Business” After Matthew

Jamaica is open for business. The Jamaica Tourist Board has reported that tourism business on the island is carrying on as usual after Hurricane Matthew passed it earlier this morning. While a band of heavy showers that fell on Sunday caused […]

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The 10 Best Vacations for Caribbean Getaways

All-Inclusive Vacations

If you are heading to the Caribbean for all-inclusive vacations, we’re here to help. It’s the perfect marriage of romance and convenience, of luxury and comfort. So if you need to get away with your favorite travel companions, this is […]


Jamaica Integrated Resort Development to Begin in 2017

Jamaica Integrated Resort

Jamaica’s major new integrated resort project is slated to begin development in the beginning of 2017, government officials said this week. An integrated resort means a property with a hotel and casino component and a minimum of 2,000 hotel rooms. […]


Caribbean Photo of the Week: A Sunset in Jamaica

Sunset in Jamaica

The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Laura MacLennan, who sent in this superb shot of sunset from the RIU Palace in Negril, Jamaica. Have you taken a great photograph in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with […]