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American Airlines Begins Big Caribbean Relaunch
Caribbean Airlines Relaunches Flights from Jamaica
Caribbean Airlines has relaunched its commercial operations from its hub in Kingston. The airline has resumed daily flights between Kingston and New York, with nonstop flights between Kingston and both Toronto and Miami to begin this week. “The resumption of …
JetBlue’s New York-Guadeloupe Flights to Relaunch in November
JetBlue will be relaunching its service from New York to Guadeloupe on Nov. 7, according to a statement from the Guadeloupe Islands Tourist Board. The nonstop flights to Pointe-a-Pitre were first launched in February 2020 as JetBlue’s first-ever service to …
The Dreams Punta Cana Resort Is on the Market
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Riu Reopens 11 Caribbean Resorts
Riu Hotels and Resorts has reopened 11 of its all-inclusive resorts in the wider Caribbean-Mexico region, Caribbean Journal has learned. The reopenings include the Riu Palace Paradise Island in The Bahamas; the Riu Palace Aruba; the Riu Ocho Rios in …
AMResorts Opens New All-Inclusive Dreams Resort in Cancun
AMResorts has opened its newest all-inclusive, the Dreams Vista Cancun Golf and Spa Resort. The property, which officially opened July 2, has 416 rooms in a setting within the Puerta del Mar community. “We are pleased to welcome Dreams Vista Cancun …
The Bahamas’ Pink Sands Resort Is Open Again
The Pink Sands Resort on Harbour Island in The Bahamas has officially reopened, following a $2 million renovation project. The resort’s relaunch comes after The Bahamas reopened for tourism on July 1. “We are thrilled to debut renovations at Pink Sands,” said …
How Citizenship by Investment Is Fueling Caribbean Hotel and Real Estate Development
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The Caribbean’s “Billionaires’ Playground” Is Making a Comeback
It’s tucked away at the far northeastern corner of the Caribbean, a protected harbor they sometimes call the Billionaires’ Playground. But what’s here is both priceless and accessible, a Mecca for all those who love the sea, all those drawn …
Winair Relaunches Aruba, St Barth Flights
St Maarten-based Caribbean airline Winair has resumed operations, following the reopening of St Maarten’s Princess Juliana International Airport this week. While St Maarten will not be reopening to U.S. travelers until July 15, it is once again open for intra-regional …
Jamaica’s Skylark Negril Beach Resort Is Open Again
The hip new Skylark Negril Beach Resort has reopened its doors in Jamaica. The boutique hotel had its “grand reopening” on July 3, following Jamaica’s reopening for tourism last month. The property, which is the home of the first Caribbean …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sunset in St Maarten
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Missy Kropf, who sent in this stunning shot of a sunset in St Maarten. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the …
Major Airlines Return to The Bahamas
The Bahamas is open for tourism, and major air carriers have officially returned to the destination. Southwest Airlines kicked off the return with the resumption of daily flights from Baltimore to Nassau on July 1. On July 2, New York …
5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Causes Shaking Across Puerto Rico
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake caused shaking across Puerto Rico on Friday afternoon. The quake’s epicenter was off the far southwestern coast of Puerto Rico, about 6.4 miles southwest of Guanica, according to the United States Geological Survey. It struck at a …
How to Visit Saint Lucia — And Where You Can Stay
Saint Lucia, which first reopened its borders to tourism on June 4, is updating its travel protocols for visiting the island. The biggest change, which will go into effect on July 9, will require travelers to obtain a negative PCR …
What’s Next for Tourism in Bermuda?
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Saint Lucia, Mexico Resorts Join Royalton Portfolio
Blue Diamond resorts has added its Royalton brand to a pair of resorts in the wider Caribbean. The company has announced the rebranding of its Mystique Blue Boutique Suites in Holbox and Mystique Royal St Lucia resorts. The two resorts …
Balearia Relaunches Ferries from Florida to The Bahamas
Balearia Caribbean has relaunched its ferry service from Fort Lauderdale to The Bahamas. The South Florida-based company runs ferry services from Port Everglades to Bahamian destinations including Bimini and Freeport. The company will be offering three sailing services a week, …
Belize Is Reopening for Tourism in August
Belize will open its international airport on August 15, 2020, as part of the country’s five-phase re-opening strategy for tourism. The opening of Belize City’s Philip Goldman International Airport will kick off Belize’s third phase of re-opening, allowing for further …
