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The Bahamas Has 5 Under-the-Radar Hotels for an Authentic Vacation, With Waterfront Bungalows, Pink Sand and Historic Marinas

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From Staniel Cay and Cat Island to Green Turtle Cay, Harbour Island and Bimini, these five small Bahamas hotels deliver the kind of authentic Out Islands vacation that is increasingly hard to find. There is Staniel Cay Yacht Club, where brightly colored bungalows sit beside one of the great boating crossroads in the Exumas, and […]

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A New $12 Million Condo-Hotel Project in Puerto Rico

A new condo-hotel project has opened in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The ESJ Azul has debuted after a $12 million transformation project of the former ESJ Tower in Isla Verde. The project now has 450 rooms, aimed at both vacation ownership and hotel stays. “The opening of ESJ Azul, along with new tourism projects to […]

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Hyatt Place Opens in San Juan’s Convention District

A new Hyatt Place hotel has opened its doors in the Convention District of San Juan, Puerto Rico. “[Puerto Rico’s] transformation in tourism has been achieved with the examples that we are presenting today,” said Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla. The new 149-room hotel is the result of a $29.6 million investment; Puerto Rico’s […]

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VIDEO: 11 Seconds on the Beach in Vieques, Puerto Rico

When it comes to beaches, Vieques has a surplus. While the island off the east coast of Puerto Rico is still very much developing as a tourist destination, its beaches match up with just about anywhere. That includes the sand at the W Vieques resort, the island’s premier place to stay. Here’s a little Caribbean […]


Hyatt Place Opens in San Juan’s Convention District

Puerto Rico’s tourism board has been putting a major emphasis on developing the island’s stock of small hotels and guest houses in recent years. And now it has another one. The San Sebastián Bed and Breakfast has opened in the municipality of San Sebastian, with four bedrooms and a Creole-inspired atmosphere. “Yaiza Arvelo Serrano and […]

Where to Spend New Year’s Eve in San Juan, Puerto Rico

This year’s top spot By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Heading to Puerto Rico’s capital for the New Year? We have you covered. The hottest spot in San Juan should be the O:live Boutique Hotel, which is hosting an upscale, rooftop New Year’s Eve party. The evening will begin at 6:30 with a five-course dinner at […]

Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sun Bay, Vieques

The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Mark R., who sent in this terrific snapshot of Sun Bay Beach in Vieques. Did you take a great photo of the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the subject line. It could be the next one! — CJ

How to Make a Coquito — Puerto Rico’s Christmas Cocktail

A sweet wintertime treat By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor The pina colada is Puerto Rico’s national drink but at this time of year tastebuds are tempted by another rum-and-coconut concoction, coquito. Made with white Puerto Rican rum and coconut cream it’s a sweet and potent punch traditionally served at Christmas time, when it is […]

TRYP By Wyndham Opens in Puerto Rico

By the Caribbean Journal staff The TRYP By Wyndham hotel has officially opened in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico. The property, located about 10 minutes from San Juan’s airport, is located across the street from Isla Verde Beach. “Puerto Rico is a key tourism destination in the Caribbean known around the world for its beautiful beaches […]

Insider Travel Tips From This Top Puerto Rico Concierge

Your newest San Juan tips By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor His official title is Lead Concierge. But to me Nestor Colón is Mr Roarke. That’s because I can’t think of a better way to communicate the savvy, smarts and smoothness of the Intercontinental San Juan’s professional fixer than by likening him to the character […]

San Juan’s Secret Speakeasy

A hip hangout in the capital By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor SAN JUAN — There’s no sign. And you wouldn’t even notice it if you walked by during the day. But after dark, all roads lead to La Factoria, a speakeasy-style bar that’s become one of Old San Juan’s hottest hipster hangouts. Hidden in […]

A Coqui Nightcap in Puerto Rico

Sipping in San Juan after dark By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor In Isla Verde, San Juan’s Intercontinental hotel offers conveniences for every type of visitor: Leisure travelers will appreciate the beachfront location and full resort amenities. Its prime position, less than 10 minutes drive from the capital’s financial district, makes it ideal for business […]