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The Caribbean Travel Awards 2026

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When the final tallies come in, more than 35 million people will likely have visited the Caribbean as overnight guests in 2025 — around 4 percent more than the previous year, and about 3 percent more than in 2019. That’s along with another 38 million arriving on a cruise ship. In other words, travelers continue […]

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Building the Caribbean’s Greatest Pools

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It’s one of the centerpieces of any resort in the Caribbean: the pool.  It’s often the town square, the meeting point, the place to be at every resort in region.  And that means that it’s an essential part of the process for any Caribbean property.  And arguably the hottest pool company in the region is […]

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British Virgin Islands Reopens Seaports to Ferry Service

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Ferry service is back in the Virgin Islands.  The British Virgin Islands has officially reopened its seaports to scheduled ferry service, the destination announced Thursday.  That means regular ferry service will now be operating between Road Town, Tortola and St Thomas, US Virgin Islands. For now, three companies will be operating service: Smith’s Ferry, Road […]

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A New Way to See St. Thomas

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It’s a new way to experience the U.S. Virgin Island of St. Thomas. The Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort in St. Thomas has launched a new “Under The Sea” family travel package, a mix of active and educational adventures. Families will have the opportunity to explore island-life outdoor activities, including stand up […]


British Virgin Islands Reopens Seaports to Ferry Service

The best hotel in St Thomas has named a new general manager. The Ritz-Carlton St Thomas has appointed Marco Ortlam as its new general manager, joining the hotel after most recently serving as hotel manager at the Ritz-Carlton, Cancun. “I’m thrilled to join the incredible team in St. Thomas,” Ortlam said in a statement. “While […]

A Special Craft Beer Event in St Thomas

Heading to the Virgin Islands this weekend? You could be in for a treat. The Ritz-Carlton St Thomas is partnering with St Thomas’ Frenchtown Brewing Company for a special craft beer event to celebrate Father’s Day. Frenchtown, which is St Thomas’ only commercial craft brewery, is offering three craft beers for the tasting: Hop Alley […]

St Thomas-St Croix Seaplane Flights Expanding

Puerto Rico-based Seaborne Airlines is expanding its St Thomas-St Croix seaplane flights, the company announced. The expanded service will mean that customers will be able to fly as early as 6:40 AM from St Croix to St Thomas and as late as 6PM from St Thomas to St Croix. These flights had operated in the […]

This St Thomas Villa Is Headed to Auction

One of the leading villas in St Thomas is heading to auction. Villa Pearl, which is currently listed for $14.5 million, will sell at auction for at or above $7.75 million, according to Concierge Auctions, which is running the auction. The Botany Bay-area estate, which was designed by Jaredian Design Group, has 270-degree views of the […]

Caribbean Photo of the Week: Secret Harbour, St Thomas

The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Tracy K., who sent in this shot of Secret Harbour on St Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. Did you take a great photo of the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the subject line. — CJ

Kitchen Explosion Burns Two at Marriott

An explosion burned two hotel employees at the Marriott’s Frenchman’s Reef and Morning Star Beach Resort in St Thomas on Sunday morning. Upon arrival, fire personnel were escorted by the security staff to the hotel’s kitchen area where they found the fire already out on arrival. The two hotel employees were both transported by EMS […]

Ashford Prime Completes $64 Million Purchase of Ritz-Carlton St Thomas

Ashford Hospitality Prime has completed its purchase of the Ritz-Carlton St Thomas for $64 million, the company announced. Concurrent with the completion of the deal, Ashford has financed the hotel with a $42 million non-recourse mortgage loan. The property will continue to be operated as a Ritz-Carlton under a long-term management deal with Ritz-Carlton, the […]

The Ritz-Carlton St Thomas Has Been Sold

The Ritz-Carlton St Thomas has a new owner. The property, which recently underwent a $22 million renovation, is being acquired by Dallas-based Ashford Hospitality Prime for $64 million from Marriott International. The deal for the 180-room hotel in the US Virgin Islands is expected to close within 30 days. Ashford said it intended to finance […]