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Caribbean Airlines Is Cutting Its Flights Between Fort Lauderdale and Jamaica  

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Caribbean Airlines is cutting two nonstop routes from Fort Lauderdale — again — and it’s not alone. Just six months after Caribbean Airlines relaunched its route between Fort Lauderdale and Montego Bay after a long hiatus, the carrier is cutting it again. It’s part of a broader reduction that will see the removal of both […]

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This Aruba Hotel Has a New Spa

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Aruba’s top boutique hotel has added a new wellness destination. The new Boardwalk Spa, operated by Aruba Wellness Therapies, is open every day, accessible to both guests and the general public.  It’s set on the ground floor of the hotel’s Palapa Lodge 360, adjacent to the Boardwalk’s indoor fitness center.  Therapies on offer range from […]

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Caribbean Photo of the Week: Runaway Bay Beach, Antigua

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The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Joyce Leveque, who sent in this sparkling shot of Runaway Beach in Antigua.  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 last name and the location of the photo.  It could […]

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Hilton Is Opening a New Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica

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Hilton is opening a new hotel in Kingston, Jamaica.  It’s called the ROK Hotel, and it will be part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection.  The hotel is slated to open its doors on May 31, 2022, according to Hilton Hotels.  It’s a major new addition to Kingston, following the pre-pandemic debut of the new AC Hotel […]


Caribbean Photo of the Week: Runaway Bay Beach, Antigua

It’s hard to think of a better location in St Maarten.  You’re right near the border, a bit less than 15 minutes from the culinary capital of the Caribbean (and the island’s best markets) in Grand Case.  It’s about the same to get to the waves and beach bars of Orient Bay, or the bustle […]

Margaritaville to Launch Bahamas Cruises in April

The new Margaritaville at Sea cruise line is planning to launch in April, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The cruise line, the product of Margaritaville’s acquisition of the former Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, will launch its first sailings to Grand Bahama Island on April 30.  The cruises will run for three days and two nights, sailing […]

5 Must-Visit Villas on the Island of St John

The 20-square island in the US Virgin Islands, nearly two thirds of which is covered by National Park, is a place meant for exploration, tailor made for independent travelers, for those who know how to seek out the richness of a destination.  And that means it’s one of the Caribbean’s premier villa destinations.  With the […]

In Antigua, the Art of the All-Inclusive Rum Bar

It’s called Nobody Knows.  But clearly someone does.  It’s just past twilight at Nobody Knows, the signature rum bar at Antigua’s renowned Hammock Cove resort.  Erick is pouring a diverse selection of some of the Caribbeans finest rums, from marques like Havana Club; Abuelo; Mount Gay, El Dorado and English Harbour.  It’s all here, a […]

Caribbean Tourism Positive About "Continued Rebound"

The Caribbean Tourism Organization says it is positive about the “continued rebound of the tourism industry” in the region, even in the face of the onset of the omicron variant.  Indeed, last year saw a nearly 60 to 70 percent improvement on tourism levels in 2020, with progress expected to continue.  “As we begin 2022, […]

St Martin-Anguilla Ferry Service Is Back

Daily public ferry service has resumed between Anguilla and the Marigot Ferry Terminal in St Martin.  The move follows a collective effort between authorities in Anguilla, ferry owners and operators and the Prefecture of Saint Martin.  The service has relaunched with three daily departures from each port.  Anguilla is allowing day passes, which must be […]

15 Caribbean “Hideaway” Beaches to Discover in 2022

Even at the most popular beaches in the Caribbean, you can always find your own space.  But right now, sometimes travelers are looking for a little extra seclusion; a little more distance from other people.  That’s where these Caribbean beaches come in: we call them “hideaway” beaches — some of them are easy to get to, […]

This Is Norwegian Cruise Line’s Next Ship

Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed its newest ship: Norwegian Viva, the latest vessel in its Prima Class.  The new ship will begin sailing in 2023, with plans to sail the Southern Caribbean for the 2023-2024 winter season out of San Juan, Puerto Rico.  The ship, built by Italy’s Fincantieri, will debut at 965 feet long […]