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The Art of Caribbean Design
By Stephanie Tyler CJ Contributor When people envision the Caribbean, they think of nature at its best—sparkling waters, white sand beaches, lush tropical forests, and sunny weather for days. Whether venturing off to a resort suite or luxurious vacation home, […]
Caribbean Hotels You Can Move To
It’s always so hard to leave a great hotel in the Caribbean. And then there’s that little whisper at the end of your stay — “what if I added another day?” “What if I stayed the whole weekend?” Or perhaps […]
Norwegian Cruise Line’s New Caribbean Island
Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed more details on its new Western Caribbean destination experience, the private island called Harvest Caye in Belize. Harvest Caye is set to welcome guests in November 2016, through Norwegian’s Western Caribbean itineraries, and on Norwegian […]
How to Live on a Private Island in Turks and Caicos
It’s perhaps the most exclusive place in a destination known for exclusivity: the private island called Parrot Cay, home to the Parrot Cay by COMO luxury resort. But it isn’t just a resort: it’s a residential community, too, meaning a […]
Divi Planning Multimillion-Dollar Renovation in Aruba
Another Aruba hotel is getting an upgrade. The Divi Dutch Village Beach Resort will be undergoing a multimilllion-dollar property upgrade beginning in Spring 2016, the Aruba Tourist Authority announced. The project will modernize and enhance the resort, with changes including […]
Sandals’ Newest Caribbean Rooms
As part of its companywide room transformation project, Sandals has unveiled its newest rooms in the Caribbean. The Sandals Negril Beach Resort has unveiled 72 totally renovated and reimagined rooms in its Bamboo Grove, Coconut Cove and Royal Cottage buildings, […]
Melia Opens First-Ever Hotel in Jamaica
A major new hotel has opened its doors in Jamaica. Spanish hotel giant Melia has debuted its first-ever property in Jamaica, the Melia Braco Village. The beachfront resort has two pools, a bar, five restaurants and a spa, among other […]
How This Caribbean Hotel Company Is Giving Back
A new initiative by Palace Resorts By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Mexican government officials joined Palace Resorts executives in an inaugural ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the upcoming opening of Casa Hogar, an orphanage for local Mexican children. The house will […]
Melia Braco Village Coming to Jamaica
The new Melia Braco Village is eyeing a January opening. The Spanish hotel company’s first hotel in Jamaica is now taking bookings for stays beginning Jan. 23, according to the company’s Web site. The all-inclusive resort will include five a […]
A New Beach Lounge at Occidental Grand Xcaret
The Occidental Grand Xcaret resort has expanded its beach facilities. The property recently completed a $280,000 upgrade to the Arena Beach Lounge areas at the all-inclusive resort, which is adjacent to the Xcaret Park near Playa del Carmen. The lounge, […]
Caribbean Tourism “Cannot Rest” on Its Laurels
A new call for tourism By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The Caribbean must keep refreshing its tourism product in order to ensure its people continue to benefit from the revenue generated by the industry, according to one regional tourism leader. […]
CJ First Look: The New Moon Palace Jamaica Grande
A major new all-inclusive in Ocho Rios By Guy Britton MONTEGO BAY — One of the most anticipated renovations and rebuilds in the Caribbean was finally unveiled earlier this summer in Jamaica. Located in the heart of Ocho Rios, it’s […]
Caribbean Home: The Newest Homes at St Lucia’s Sugar Beach
Living under the Pitons By the Caribbean Journal staff St Lucia’s Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort has launched a new real estate opportunity called the Glenconner Residences. The project is comprised of six four-to-six-bedroom homes designed by architect Lane Pettigrew. […]
The New Sandals Barbados (And What It Means for the Caribbean)
A new kind of hotel for the Caribbean This is a different kind of Caribbean resort. The newly-minted Sandals Barbados delivers maximum luxury using cutting edge design, construction, technology and meticulous attention to detail and service. But this isn’t oveout […]
Building a Caribbean Fashion Brand
From Tortola to the world By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Kristin Frazer is the founder and lead designer of Trèfle Inc., located in the British Virgin Islands. She launched the company, which specializes in swimwear and resort wear for women […]
Sunwing Adding Another Cuba Flight
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Sunwing Vacations has announced the addition of a new direct flight from Sudbury, Ontario to Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba beginning on Dec. 24. The weekly Thursday flight will operate from December 24, 2015 to March […]
New JW Marriott Coming to Mexico
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to open the JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa in Fall 2015. The 299-room luxury beachfront resort was designed by architect Jim Olson and Mexico […]
Dominican Republic’s Eden Roc at Cap Cana Adding New Units
Above: the Caleton Beach Club at the Eden Roc at Cap Cana (CJ Photo) By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The Eden Roc at Cap Cana hotel in the Dominican Republic is expanding. The project will see the addition of 52 suites […]
This Caribbean Ritz-Carlton’s New Sustainability Push
Above: the Ritz-Carlton, San Juan By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) has announced its certification of the Ritz Carlton, San Juan in the Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Program. This is the fifth such certification in […]
Westin Grand Cayman Names New Spa Director
Above: the Westin Grand Cayman By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort and Spa has announced the appointment of a new spa director, Yarlin Faurer. Faurer holds an extensive 15-year background in the hospitality […]
This Company Is Planning to Open Its 28th Hotel in Cuba
Above: the recent signing ceremony for the new property By the Caribbean Journal staff Spanish hotel giant Melia is expanding in Cuba. The company announced this week that it would be developing a new resort in the Varadero area. The […]
Another New Hotel Coming to St Kitts as Hotel Boom Continues
Above: a rendering of the hotel By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Kittitian Hill. Park Hyatt. Koi. Imperial. While it’s the Caribbean’s smallest sovereign country, its hotel sector is anything but. Plainly, St Kitts’ hotel sector is booming, with the […]
At Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana, Rediscovering Luxury
Above: Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana (All photos by CJ) By Guy Britton PUNTA CANA — If you’re a regular Caribbean Journal reader, you know … not all-inclusive resorts are created equal. Some even have resorts within resorts, the ones […]
These are the Must-Visit Caribbean Islands for Spring 2015
Some call it the shoulder season. We call it springtime. The “peak” tourism season in the Caribbean may be over, but not for Caribbean Journal readers, who love going to the Caribbean all-year round. That’s why we’ve selected some of […]
The Five Best Small Hotels in San Juan
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Looking for an intimate escape in San Juan? A hotel where the staff greets you by name, knows exactly how you like your coffee, and makes you feel like a friend instead of just […]
Natural Resources and Economic Policy in the Greater Caribbean
By Alberto Duran and Noemi Areli Sanchez Op-Ed Contributors As part of the regulatory function, the State, through its economic policy, directly influences the economic growth of a country. The discussion on the effects of that policy focuses generally on […]
Nassau’s Crystal Palace Casino Closes Ahead of Baha Mar Debut
Above: the Crystal Palace Casino in Nassau By the Caribbean Journal staff Nassau’s Crystal Palace Casino closed on Thursday, ahead of the debut of the Baha Mar resort. The casino, which was the largest casino in New Providence, first opened […]
What’s Next for Sandals? A Conversation With Adam Stewart
By Guy Britton MONTEGO BAY — What’s next for one of the Caribbean’s tourism titans? To find out, Caribbean Journal sat down down with Adam Stewart, CEO of Sandals Resorts International. Stewart’s company has 24 Caribbean properties (Stewart is also […]
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