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The Caribbean Travel Awards 2016
It was another action-packed year for Caribbean travel, from a spate of new hotels and resorts to a regional challenges like Zika. But the Caribbean continues to grow, with increased investment and development, new air routes and a continued expansion […]
Belize Private Island Resort Relaunches
The newly relaunched Turneffe Island Resort is now open for reservations, following a property-wide renovation project. Turneffe Island Resort has fully renovated the hotel, including its 22 beachside guest rooms. “We are delighted to unveil the new Turneffe Island Resort […]
Why You Should Move to the Caribbean, And One Way to Do it
When you think of paradise, what springs to mind? A hammock swaying among the palm trees, a white sandy beach beneath your toes and a glistening turquoise sea gently lapping at the shore, for starters. It’s no surprise, then, that the […]
All Airports in the Bahamas Are Open
After the passage of Hurricane Matthew, the Bahamas has announced the reopening of all airports across the country. The announcement was made on Saturday by the country’s Department of Civil Aviation and in consultation with the Bahamian Department of Meteorology. […]
Hurricane Matthew Hitting Bahamas
After massive damage in Haiti and in eastern Cuba, Hurricane Matthew began hitting the Bahamas on Wednesday. The storm, which killed an unconfirmed number of people in Haiti, has already impacted the southeastern and central islands of the Bahamas and the […]
The Real InterContinental Santo Domingo Is Now Open
The much-anticipated new Real InterContinental Santo Domingo has officially opened its doors in the Dominican Republic this weekend. IHG’s newest Caribbean property on Winston Churchill Avenue is a sparkling, cutting-edge hotel that’s a major addition to what the Dominican Republic […]
Caribbean Journal’s Jamaica Travel Awards – 2016
While CJ’s Caribbean Travel Awards have become a significant annual event in the wider region, we realized that it was important to honor not just those doing great work at the regional level, but at the local level, too, That’s […]
Barbados Tourism Growth Continues
More Barbados Tourism Growth By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Barbados is feeling bullish about the coming tourist season and reporting across-the-board growth in the industry for 2016. Speaking at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s annual State of the Industry Conference, […]
The Best Caribbean Beaches for Food
It’s early afternoon and you’re on the perfect Caribbean beach. The sand is pure white, the waves turquoise and tranquil. You’ve never been more relaxed. But then there’s a problem: you’re hungry. And the isolation that makes this beach so […]
The Caribbean’s Best Luxury Neighborhoods
If you’re thinking of moving to the Caribbean, there are many factors to consider: what kind of real estate are you looking for? What kind of area are you looking for? Are you looking for a remote enclave or a […]
Why the Caribbean Is Drawing Investment from China
Why the Caribbean is so attractive to Chinese investors By Dr Johnny Hon Op-Ed Contributor The Caribbean has been close to my heart for many years. I love the islands’ beautiful environments, their amazing people, and their rich, diverse culture. […]
A Major New Real Estate Development Debuts in the Bahamas
It’s one of the most hotly-anticipated real estate developments in the Caribbean: One Ocean, the new condominium on Paradise Island in the Bahamas. The project, which held its grand opening earlier this month, includes two and three-bedroom residences, along with […]
This Caribbean Island Is Hosting a Dive Fest
Are you a diver? Then you may want to book a trip to St Lucia this fall. The Eastern Caribbean island is hosting its first-ever Dive Fest, aimed at strengthening St Lucia’s position in the diving sector. The festival, which […]
New Governor Coming to Turks and Caicos
The Turks and Caicos Islands will soon have a new Governor, the United Kingdom’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office announced. Dr John Freeman, CMG, has been appointed the next Governor of the British Overseas Territory. Freeman will succeed outgoing Governor Peter […]
5 Caribbean Beaches You Should Try Right Now
We all travel to the Caribbean for different reasons. Often, it’s for a certain hotel, or a certain island, or a certain kind of getaway. But why not make your next decision based on a beach? We’ve made no secret […]
This Caribbean Hotel Has Been Sold
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor One of Grand Cayman’s top hotels has been sold. Real estate investment company Embassy Investments Limited has confirmed the sale of assets in Grand Cayman to Dart Realty Ltd, including the former Hyatt Resort, Grand […]
The Top 20 Places to Stay in the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is a multitude of destinations. But the country is so large and diverse that you may think you know the DR when, actually, you don’t. Sure, you may know about the traditional tourism hubs like Punta Cana and Puerto […]
The Best Places to Shop in the Caribbean
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor People experience the Caribbean through several prisms: food, nature, rum, and beaches, to name a few. But my experience of a given destination revolves around its “shopportunities,” authentic local art, craft and design that […]
Five Beach Towns to Retire to
For some, the ultimate retirement in the islands is in a far-off place with just palm trees, sand and water. But for others, it’s about finding a community. But the Caribbean makes it possible to find both: the bucolic, idyllic beach […]
5 Tiny Caribbean Islands to Visit Right Now
There aren’t any really “big” islands in the Caribbean — it’s all relative. But in the world of Caribbean travel, there are certainly small islands — and some even smaller than that. The latter are often far off the beaten path, […]
The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in St Lucia
Got your sights set on St Lucia? We don’t blame you. It’s been said that St Lucia is the “Helen of the West Indies,” and it’s hard to argue: St Lucia’s lush landscape, from its famous Pitons to its lush […]
The Best Caribbean Beaches to Move To
We’ve all had that feeling on one Caribbean trip or another — “what if we don’t go back?” But this is one step further — moving to the Caribbean and living right on the beach, living steps or a short distance […]
Where to Travel in 2016: 16 Places You Need to Visit in the Caribbean
Don’t just go on a great vacation to the Caribbean this year. Go on an interesting one. Explore the Caribbean in new ways — see parts of the region you may have never considered, or find new corners of the places […]
These are the New Caribbean Hotels for 2016
The new and soon-to-open hotels worth checking out this year By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor We aren’t holding our breath for the opening of the Bahamas’ troubled Baha Mar project next year, but we are getting excited about the […]
United Airlines Launches New Caribbean Routes
As carriers like JetBlue and American Airlines compete to expand in the Caribbean, another carrier is stepping up its game. United Airlines has completed the launch of several new routes to the Caribbean. Late last month, the carrier launched its […]
Jamaica’s Trailblazing Tourism Growth in 2015
By Renese Johnson Op-Ed Contributor It’s been very exciting to see the record-breaking tourism growth that has taken place in Jamaica. According to the Minister of Tourism, Dr Wykeham McNeill, visitation for the first nine months in 2015 has exceeded that […]
The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Food
We’ve long said that some (maybe most) of the best vacation experiences happen around food — especially when traveling with families. And in the modern era, the all-inclusive experience in the Caribbean means top-level cuisine. Forget the loaded buffet and […]
The Eden Roc Cap Cana Has a New Executive Director
A food-focused resort’s new top exec By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The Eden Roc at Cap Cana has appointed Stefano Baratelli as Executive Director. He is responsible for daily operations of the Relais & Chateaux resort, which is located in […]
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