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Jamaica Just Topped 4.15 Million Total Visitors

Jamaica’s record-breaking 2023 included a total of 4.15 million total combined visitors to the island, according to Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett. That included a record 2,886,064 stopover visitors, a 16.4 percent increase over 2022. The stopover record was accompanied by […]

Jamaica Tops 2 Million Total Visitors in 2023

Jamaica has topped the 2 million visitor mark in 2023, factoring in the combined total of stay over and cruise passenger visits, according to newly-shared data from the Jamaica Ministry of Tourism. That includes surging stay over numbers that are […]

Curacao Is Topping Its Pre-Pandemic Tourism Totals

In a significant milestone, the Dutch Caribbean island of Curacao just eclipsed its pre-pandemic numbers for the month of April. Last month, Curacao reported 42,715 stayover visitors, representing 106 percent of its arrivals in April 2019. That was buoyed by […]

BVI Plans $158M Airport Transformation: “A Total Game Changer”

In a potential game-changer for the tourism future of the British Virgin Islands, the British Overseas Territory’s Premier has announced a new $158 million project to transform Tortola’s Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean […]

A Totally New Kind of Stand-Up Paddleboard

It’s become one of the world’s fastest-growing sports — stand-up paddling. And it’s not hard to understand why. There’s a special kind of experience as you effectively stand on top of the water, moving by only your own strength and balance. […]

Why This Will Totally Change the Way You Snorkel

We all love to snorkel — there’s something visceral about breathing underwater, the only sounds the vibrations in the water, the darting of fish. It’s one of the great draws for adventurers in the Caribbean — the chance to explore the world beneath […]

Dominica, China Sign Pair of Agreements Totaling $18 Million

Above: Roseau (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Dominica and China have finalized a pair of agreements covering $18 million in financial assistance. Last Friday, Dominica Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit signed the agreements, which will cover community-based projects and […]

Jamaica Records Lowest Monthly Murder Total Since February 2003

Above: Minister of National Security Peter Bunting (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff The murder rate in March was the lowest in Jamaica since February 2003, according to National Security Minister Peter Bunting. There were a total of 69 […]

Trinidad Makes 100 More Arrests; Total Rises to 1,807 during State of Emergency

Minister of National Security Brigadier John Sandy addressing a press conference during the emergency. Others, from left: Chief of Defence Staff Brigader Kenrick Maharaj; Attorney General Anand Ramlogan and Commissioner of Police Dr Dwayne Gibbs (Photo: GISL Trinidad) By the […]

UN’s Le Roy: Haiti Peacekeeping Mission Prevented “Total Chaos”

By the Caribbean Journal staff Alain Le Roy, the outgoing head of the United Nations peacekeeping forces, said that before the earthquake in Haiti, UN peacekeepers had contributed to five years of stability, and prevented a descent into “total chaos” […]

Air Transat Is Adding More Flights to Cancun, Punta Cana

Canadian travel company Air Transatlantic is expanding its service to the Caribbean’s two most popular destinations: Cancun, Mexico and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This winter, Air Transat is increasing frequencies to both Cancun and Punta Cana, adding a pair of […]

Grand Hyatt Is Opening a New Resort in Cancun

It’s been nearly a decade since the first Grand Hyatt opened its doors in the Mexican Caribbean. Now, another one is coming to the region’s most popular destination. Next year, Grand Hyatt will be debuting the new Grand Hyatt Cancun, […]

Rosewood Bermuda Gets Refinancing

Affiliates of Miami-based Gencom have refinanced the Rosewood Bermuda resort, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest is the leading authority on hotel, real estate and investment news in the Caribbean. Subscribe today […]

San Juan’s La Concha Resort Continues Renovation With New Oceanfront Spa

The La Concha resort in San Juan has unveiled a new oceanfront spa, as part of a broader renovation project ongoing at the property, Caribbean Travel Advisor has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Travel Advisor provides 24-7 […]

Cheap, Abundant Airlift Fueling Continued Puerto Rico Tourism Surge

Cheap, abundant airlift has been the not-so-secret sauce to Puerto Rico’s dramatic tourism rebound since the pandemic, and it’s a trend that shows no signs of slowing down. Last month, passenger traffic at San Juan’s air hub of Luis Munoz […]

Margaritaville Set to Launch New Mexican Caribbean Cruises Including Cozumel Stops

Margaritaville’s second cruise ship will soon be taking guests to the Mexican Caribbean out of Tampa Bay. Margaritaville at Sea, which began in 2022 with cruises to Grand Bahama, is unveiling its new flagship ship next month for cruises that […]

$39M Beachfront Bahamas Villa Sold in Record-Breaking Transaction

A villa that had been listed for $39.49 million has been sold in The Bahamas, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest is the leading authority on hotel, real estate and investment news […]

Anguilla Is Seeing Record-Breaking Visitor Numbers

The island of Anguilla is hot, with tourism arrivals off to a record-breaking start in 2024, Caribbean Journla has learned. The island welcomed a total of 62,1898 visitors in the first quarter, up from 50,884 in the first quarter of […]

Hilton Has a New Hotel in Puerto Rico

Hilton has quietly opened a new hotel in Puerto Rico, Caribbean Journal has learned. The company has debuted a new Hilton Garden Inn in San Juan’s vibrant Condado district. The hotel, which has a total of 240 rooms, is set […]

This Is the Best-Value All-Inclusive Vacation in the Caribbean

It’s one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Period. That perfect, vibrant, almost neon turquoise. Sugar-white sand so white you sometimes have to squint depending on the sun. It’s the beach you dream about on cold winter days, or […]

Hilton’s First Bermuda Hotel Is Opening This Year

Hilton is opening its first hotel on the island of Bermuda later this year, with a new property for its Tapestry Collection, Caribbean Journal is reporting. The new Bermudiana Beach Resort, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, will be making its debut […]

A New Investment Opportunity in the British Virgin Islands

A rare opportunity to invest in the British Virgin Islands has emerged, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest is the leading authority on hotel, real estate and investment news in the Caribbean. […]

A Guide to the 5 Newest Hotels in the Caribbean, From Barbados to Cancun

If you’re reading Caribbean Travel Advisor, you have your finger on the pulse of what’s going on the Caribbean. And we’ll make sure things stay that way. That includes ensuring you’re informed about all of the hottest hotel openings in […]

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Montego Bay Is Getting a New Riu All-Inclusive Next Month

It’s no secret that Montego Bay is hottest place in Jamaica right now, with a growing number of all-inclusive resorts, a revamp of its famous “hip strip,” more new otel projects and even a new real estate development on the […]

Fundamentals Remain “Strong” Across Puerto Rico’s Hotel Market

The stars continue align over Puerto Rico’s hotel space. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest is the leading authority on hotel, real estate and investment news in the Caribbean. Subscribe today to unlock this article and receive […]

The Best Travel Agent Incentives in the Caribbean Right Now

In an effort to motivate its advisor partners, many top-notch Caribbean hotels are offering special perks for travel specialists who show initiative through bookings. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Travel Advisor provides 24-7 Caribbean content and news for travel agents […]

Dominican Republic Cruise Tourism Keeps Growing

It’s no secret that the Dominican Republic is the most popular destination in the Caribbean, as measured by air visitors. But the country’s cruise industry has quietly been seeing rapid growth, too. Indeed, the Dominican Republic welcomed just under 867,000 […]

UK Visitors Are Flocking to the Turks and Caicos Islands As Airlift Grows

Thanks in large part to last fall’s launch of Virgin Atlantic’s first-ever flight to Providenciales, the Turks and Caicos is in the midst of a boom in travel from the United Kingdom. For the first three months of this year, […]

Wyndham Just Added New All-Inclusive Resorts in Jamaica