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In Puerto Rico, a New Brand for a Classic Marriott Hotel

For almost a half-century, it has been the resort you simply can’t miss if you’re in San Juan’s buzzy Condado neighborhood: La Concha, the tropical masterpiece by Toro Ferrer. That includes a large-scale renovation project of the mid-century classic back …

Puerto Rico Passenger Traffic Remains Ahead of Pre-Pandemic Levels

Passenger traffic in Puerto Rico was ahead of its pre-pandemic levels last year, according to newly-released data from Mexican company ASUR, which manages the island’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. In 2022, San Juan’s air hub reported passenger traffic of …

The 20 Best Hotels in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico has never been hotter, buoyed by a pandemic-era boom that filled its hotels to capacity and put a new travel spotlight on the destination. It seems like new flights routes launch just about every week to the island, …

Air Canada, WestJet Returning to Puerto Rico

Two major Canadian carriers are returning to Puerto Rico for the upcoming winter season, Caribbean Journal has learned. Both Air Canada and WestJet will be resuming their service to Puerto Rico for the high season, according to Carlos Mercado Santiago, …

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Caribbean Travel Marketplace Holding 40th Edition in Puerto Rico

Anticipation continues to build for what will be the 40th edition of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace conference. This year’s event will be held at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan from Oct. 3 …

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Frontier Continues Caribbean Expansion With New Daily Puerto Rico Flights

The Caribbean’s fastest-growing carrier has added another daily route to the region, this time to the island of Puerto Rico. This week, Frontier Airlines kicked off new daily nonstop service from Tampa, Fla. to San Juan, Puerto Rico, another new …

Puerto Rico Air Traffic Keeps Sizzling

Puerto Rico continues to see record-breaking air traffic numbers. The island’s primary airport, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, reported passenger traffic of just under 944,000 in May, representing a 21.6 percent jump compared to the same month in 2019, before …

The Caribbean’s Most Exciting New Hotel Is Opening in Puerto Rico

They’re the two coolest hotels in all of Puerto Rico — chic, high-design hotels that share the same name: O:live. The first, the O:live Boutique Hotel, first opened its doors in 2012, followed by the O:LV Fifty Five, which began …

Marriott Just Opened a New Hotel in Puerto Rico

It’s one of the biggest trends in travel since the onset of the pandemic: the rise of the digital nomad, and the increased popularity of long-term, remote-work stays. And that’s precisely the target at Marriott’s newest Caribbean hotel, the new …

This Puerto Rico Resort Just Launched Its Own Beer

Puerto Rico’s premier golf resort has added another innovation: its own beer label. The Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Beach and Golf Resort has debuted the new Rio Mar Lager Beer, a Vienna-style lager that’s made locally — and offered …

From Turks and Caicos to Puerto Rico, More Buyers Are Building Their Own Homes

By Joe Pike Whether it’s to save money or to take the interior designing reigns of a new home, more potential home owners are looking at vacant lots in the Caribbean over existing real estate. This story is part …

Puerto Rico’s Top Golf Resort Just Got Better

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf and Beach Resort, the top golf resort in Puerto Rico, has unveiled a new golf leadership team for the Rio Mar Country Club — along with a variety of new golf offerings …

Frontier Airlines Launches New Puerto Rico Route

Frontier Airlines has added yet another new route to Puerto Rico, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new service, which kicks off Mach 24, will operate between Orlando and the fast-growing destination of Aguadilla on the island’s west coast. The …

Spirit Airlines Just Launched Another New Route to Puerto Rico

Low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has launched another new route to Puerto Rico, this time to the island’s “Second City.” The airline has kicked off nonstop service between Orlando and Ponce, another boost for a city that continues to grow …

Caribbean Travel Marketplace Is Coming to Puerto Rico

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace is making a comeback. The popular industry event is set to return in October in San Juan, Puerto Rico, after having been canceled last year amid the pandemic. (A virtual …

Puerto Rico Set for PGA Tour Event

Puerto Rico is set for the return of the PGA Tour’s Puerto Rico Open next week. The 14th edition of the event is set for April 20-24 at the Championship Course at the Grand Reserve Golf Club. The Tom …

BetMGM Launches Sports Betting in Puerto Rico

BetMGM has officially launched sports betting in Puerto Rico, set at the Casino Del Mar at the La Concha Resort in San Juan. The company said it was now accepting wagers at the resort through 12 kiosks and five …

Puerto Rico Waives Pre-Testing for Vaccinated Visitors

Vaccinated travelers no longer have to show proof of a negative test in order to enter Puerto Rico, according to the island’s newest protocol update. As of Feb. 2, the destination is no longer requiring tests from vaccinated travelers; …