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Carnival Relaunches Caribbean Cruises From Charleston

Carnival Cruise Line has relaunched operations to the Caribbean out of Charleston, SC, Caribbean Journal has learned. The Carnival Sunshine ship has kicked off its return voyage with a four-day cruise to Nassau in The Bahamas. “We have been sailing …

Caribbean Tourism Positive About “Continued Rebound”

The Caribbean Tourism Organization says it is positive about the “continued rebound of the tourism industry” in the region, even in the face of the onset of the omicron variant. Indeed, last year saw a nearly 60 to 70 percent …

A Private Island in The Bahamas for $500,000

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15 Caribbean “Hideaway” Beaches to Discover in 2022

Even at the most popular beaches in the Caribbean, you can always find your own space. But right now, sometimes travelers are looking for a little extra seclusion; a little more distance from other people. That’s where these Caribbean beaches …

St Martin-Anguilla Ferry Service Is Back

Daily public ferry service has resumed between Anguilla and the Marigot Ferry Terminal in St Martin. The move follows a collective effort between authorities in Anguilla, ferry owners and operators and the Prefecture of Saint Martin. The service has relaunched …

This Is Norwegian Cruise Line’s Next Ship

Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed its newest ship: Norwegian Viva, the latest vessel in its Prima Class. The new ship will begin sailing in 2023, with plans to sail the Southern Caribbean for the 2023-2024 winter season out of San …

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Avianca Launching New Caribbean Flights From Miami, New York

Colombian airline Avianca is launching a pair of major new routes to the Caribbean, Caribbean Journal has learned. Both routes will service the increasingly hot destination of Cartagena on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. That includes new daily nonstop flights from Miami …

Hilton Is Opening an Embassy Suites Resort in Aruba

A new Embassy Suites by Hilton resort is set to open in Aruba this summer, Caribbean Journal has learned. The resort will be set on the island’s renowned Eagle Beach. The 330-room resort will include five food and beverage concepts, …

Bahamas’ Baha Mar to Continue “Travel With Confidence” Program

The Baha Mar megaresort in The Bahamas says it will continue its “Travel With Confidence” program, which is highlighted by up to 14-days of courtesy accommodations for travelers who happen to test positive for Covid during their stay. The plan …

10 New Hotels Coming to the Caribbean in 2022

Tiny eco resorts. Grand luxury hotels. Rarefied retreats. The Caribbean’s newest hotels for 2022 are a melange of styles and sensibilities, from all-inclusive to boutique and everywhere in between. Even amid the pandemic, the Caribbean hotel pipeline keeps growing, and …

Hilton’s Koi Resort Reopens in St Kitts

It had been the hottest new hotel in St Kitts before the onset of the pandemic, and now it’s open again. The Koi Resort St Kitts, part of Hilton’s Curio Collection, officially reopened its doors this week, Caribbean Journal has …

Delta Taps JetBlue Executive as New VP of Network Planning

Delta Air Lines has tapped former JetBlue executive Scott Laurence as its new vice president of network planning. Laurence will be reporting to Joe Esposito, senior Vice President of network planning, working to “further strengthen Delta’s global network and joint …

Four Seasons’ First Caribbean Private Island Begins Construction

Caribbean Mourns Sir Sidney Poitier, a Son of The Bahamas

The Caribbean is mourning one of its shining lights, following the passing of legendary actor, director, humanitarian and ambassador Sir Sidney Poitier, who passed away this weekend at the age of 94. Poitier was a native of Cat Island in …

Tradewind Aviation Relaunches Anguilla Flights

The most glamorous way to arrive in Anguilla is back. Luxury airline Tradewind Aviation has relaunched its service between San Juan, Puerto Rico and Anguilla. The service is operating on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between San Juan and Anguilla, with …

Dominican Republic Tourism Just Had Its Best December Ever

Even amid the pandemic, the Dominican Republic’s tourism industry just posted its best-ever December. The news was revealed by Dominican Republic Tourism Minister David Collado in an end-of-year briefing. A total of 728,335 visitors came to the Dominican Republic last …