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Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sunset in Worthing, Barbados

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The latest Caribbean Photo of the Week comes from Caribbean Journal reader O’nell Howell, who sent in this stunning shot of sunset on Worthing Beach in Barbados. 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 […]

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VIDEO: Carmelo Anthony Plays to a Caribbean Rhythm in NBA Commercial

Above: Carmelo Anthony unveiling a refurbished basketball court in Puerto Rico By the Caribbean Journal staff New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony plays basketball to a Caribbean rhythm in the latest NBA commercial. The spot, “Carmelo’s Ene-Be-A Rhythym,” is part of the NBA’s “Noche Latina” programme, which is going on throughout the month of March. […]

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Puerto Rico, Hewlett-Packard Sign Memorandum of Understanding

Above: Puerto Rico (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff The government of Puerto Rico has signed a memorandum of understanding with technology giant Hewlett-Packard on technological cooperation, Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla announced. The memorandum establishes the framework for “cooperation between the two sides to promote the growth of the computer industry in Puerto Rico,” […]

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InterContinental San Juan Completes $22 Million Renovation

Above: the Intercontinental San Juan Resort and Casino By the Caribbean Journal staff The InterContinental San Juan Resort & Casino has completed a $22.25 million renovation project, IHG announced on Thursday. The 398-room hotel, which was originally designed by noted architect Morris Lapidus, underwent a transformation that included updated guest rooms, public spaces, meeting rooms […]

Puerto Rico, Hewlett-Packard Sign Memorandum of Understanding

Above: Puerto Rico native Monica Puig By Alexander Britell KEY BISCAYNE, Fla. — Puerto Rico native Monica Puig lost her second-round match at the Sony Open on Friday against Denmark native Caroline Wozniacki. Puig, a 20-year-old rising star out of San Juan, came into the match ranked 58th in the world, while Wozniacki came into play […]

Puerto Rico Announces "Revitalization" Plan For Waterfront Areas

Above: Cataño (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Puerto Rico is planning a $26.5 million “revitalization” plan for the island’s waterfront areas, Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla announced. The projects will target the waterfront areas in the municipalities of Arroyo, Cataño, Naguabo, Patillas , Salinas and Santa Isabel and the coastal towns of […]

Puerto Rico Readies For Saborea 2014

Above: San Juan (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Puerto Rico is readying for the return of its annual culinary extravaganza, Saborea Puerto Rico, next month. The event will be bringing together 50 local restaurants, wineries and beer and spirit companies at its tasting pavilion, joined by some of the best culinary talent from […]

St Martin Courts Puerto Rican Visitors

 Above: St Martin By the Caribbean Journal staff St Martin is looking to drive tourism growth by tapping into the nearby Puerto Rican market, according to the French territory’s Tourist Office. In a release, the Saint Martin Tourist Office said it had spent three “intense years” visiting the Puerto Rican market, stressing the “importance of […]

Caribbean Concierge: Hiram Cabral of the W Retreat & Spa, Vieques

It’s the largest and most luxurious hotel on the still-untouched Puerto Rican island of Vieques — the W Retreat & Spa, Vieques Island. And when there’s something you need, or something you need to find, Hiram Cabral is the man for the job. The property’s W Insider talks to Caribbean Concierge about the hotel and […]

Pedro Delgado-Hernandez Confirmed as Federal Judge in Puerto Rico

Above: Federal District Court in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico By the Caribbean Journal staff The United States Senate has confirmed Pedro Delgado-Hernandez as the new federal judge for the District of Puerto Rico. Delgado-Hernandez, who was confirmed by a 98-0 vote, is a former solicitor general of Puerto Rico and a former Judge on the […]

Caribbean Eats: In Puerto Rico, the Joy of the Bacalaito

PUERTO RICO — This island has some of the most diverse offerings of street food in the Caribbean — particularly of the fried variety. And on an early morning visit to the beaches on the outskirts of San Juan, one particular variety stood out. It’s called the Bacalaito, a hand-held, deep-fried, golden brown cod fritter. It’s […]

Another Earthquake Causes Light Shaking in Puerto Rico

Above: a map of the quake (graphic: United States Geological Survey) By the Caribbean Journal staff Another light earthquake struck in the Mona Passage between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic on Friday evening, according to the United States Geological Survey. The 3.9-magnitude quake came one day after a 4.7-magnitude quake in the same region. […]