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Rum Journal: The Best Rum in Belize
The focus of the rum world has traditionally been eastward. The vast number of distilleries across the islands of the Eastern Caribbean have always dominated the attention of rum consumers and connoisseurs alike, with only Guatemala’s Ron Zacapa and Nicaragua’s […]
In San Ignacio, Belize, The Art of Adventure (And Pupusas)
The sizzle is calling you. In the early morning, corn tortillas stuffed with cheese and beans and meat sing a particularly strong siren song. It could be that perfect blend of dough and heat, or the aroma. It might just […]
At the Falling Leaves Lodge in Belize, a Portal to the Maya World
SAN IGNACIO — There has been some form of settlement on this site for more than 3,000 years, here on a leafy hill above the town of San Ignacio, Belize. In other words, this is no ordinary hill. This is Cahal Pech, […]
The 10 Best Barbados Resorts for 2024, From Platinum Coast Luxe to All-Inclusive
Champagne brunches on the Platinum Coast, food truck hopping in Bridgetown, rum shop journeys across the island. Barbados has as rich and vibrant a tourism offering as you’ll find in the Caribbean, with a robust dining scene, a teeming calendar […]
This Kingston, Jamaica Hotel Just Completed a $2M Renovation
One of Kingston’s top hotels has just completed a significant renovation and rebranding, Caribbean Journal has learned. The Courtleigh Hotel and Suites has finished a $2 million renovation program, one that began in December 2022. The project included upgrades to […]
This is the Best All-Inclusive Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica
It’s set on one of the most beautiful beaches you’ll lay eyes upon anywhere in the Caribbean: the sugar-white sands of Doctor’s Cave Beach in Montego Bay, Jamaica. But the S Hotel Montego Bay is not your typical beach resort: […]
Jamaica Adding New Automated Passport Kiosks
In a a bid to expedite processing at two of the Caribbean’s busiest airports, Jamaica is adding new automated passport control kiosks in Kingston and Montego Bay. The new kiosks aim to “streamline passenger flow,” according to a statement from […]
The Cool List: the Coolest Hotels in the Caribbean for 2024
They’re different. They’re fun, they’re colorful, they’re unique. They’re themselves. The Caribbean has no shortage of cool hotels and in this, Caribbean Journal’s 12th annual Cool List, we highlight the places that hit you in a different way, that do […]
Nevis’ Top Luxury Resort Has a New Beachfront Sushi Bar
The celebrated Four Seasons Resort Nevis is upping its culinary game this winter with the addition of a new beachfront sushi bar. The property’s Kastawey Beach Bar has been transformed into a “traditional seaside sushi sensation,” led by expert sushi […]
The 25 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean, from Adults-Only to Boutique
What is an all-inclusive resort? In recent years, the answer to that question has changed dramatically. Today, all-inclusive means a resort that is at the cutting edge of travel trends, one that is catering to the demands of a massive […]
The Best Caribbean Islands to Visit in 2024, From Tiny Beach Towns to Hidden Gems
Maybe you’ve been to the Caribbean a dozen times. Maybe you’re planning your first Caribbean vacation. The Caribbean continues to reinvent itself, to rewrite its story. The Caribbean just keeps getting better. As the region comes off what was a […]
The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean – 2024
Don’t be fooled: there is a formula to creating a great restaurant. It’s the same formula we use to evaluate the region’s best places to eat. You see, every great restaurant is built on three core pillars: food, service and […]
This Cat Island, Bahamas Resort Just Got Bigger
The top boutique beach resort on The Bahamas’ Cat Island has made another addition, with the beloved Rollezz Villas Beach Resort debuting a a pair of new two-bedroom villas. The family-owned property has opened two new “standalone houses,” as the […]
The Caribbean Travel Awards 2024
It’s hard to believe it has been a decade since the inaugural edition of the Caribbean Travel Awards, the first true regional celebration of travel and tourism in the Caribbean. In 10 years, the Caribbean tourism industry has dramatically changed, […]
The Bahamas Is Breaking Tourism Records as Cruise, Air Arrivals Boom
From the shores of Nassau Paradise Island to the sandbars of the Exumas, The Bahamas is booming. And as cruise passengers and air arrivals continue to flock to the country, The Bahamas just set an all-time record for visitors in […]
Melia Just Opened a New Hotel in Havana, Cuba
Spanish hotel giant has added another new hotel in the heart of Cuba’s capital of Havana: the new Sevilla Habana Affiliated by Melia Hotel. The new hotel, with a rooftop lounge and a pool, is set in the heart of […]
Margaritaville Is Expanding to a New Caribbean Island With Its All-Inclusive Brand
Margaritaville is adding another new resort in the wider Caribbean, thanks to its alliance with Karisma Hotels and Resorts. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest is the leading authority on hotel, real estate and investment news in […]
This Saint Lucia Resort Has a Big Black Friday Sale (With An All-Inclusive Option)
It’s arguably the best beach on the whole island of Saint Lucia: Reduit Beach, the golden-white sands on its northwest coast. The spectacular shoreline is home to one of Saint Lucia’s most beloved resorts: the Bay Gardens Beach Resort, the […]
This Saint Lucia Resort Just Joined Relais & Chateaux
Saint Lucia’s Cap Maison has always been the island’s premier culinary destination, with an all-encompassing focus on gastronomy, from Chef Craig Jones’ culinary masterpieces to the endlessly lovely walk-in wine cellar. Now, the resort is upping its game, becoming the […]
JetBlue Just Added a New Nonstop Route to Grenada
JetBlue has launched its inaugural nonstop flight connecting Boston and Grenada. The year round flight, operated on JetBlue’s 159-seat A321 MINT aircraft marks a milestone for connectivity in Grenada. The Grenada Tourism Authority and JetBlue celebrated the occasion with a […]
Why the Cayman Islands Is a Caribbean Culinary Capital
Many Caribbean islands boast about their culinary scene, but events like the Cayman Cookout demonstrate why the Cayman Islands is a cut above the rest. Hosted by celebrity chef Eric Ripert, this annual food festival staged at the Ritz Carlton […]
JetBlue Just Launched Nonstop Flights to St Kitts
JetBlue just kicked off its first-ever nonstop service to the island of St Kitts, Caribbean Journal has learned. The landmark service from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport touched down at St Kitts’ Robert L Bradshaw International Airport in […]
The Caribbean’s Greatest Food Hall Is in Barbados
Bake ’n shark, sailfish, roti, jerk, doubles, fresh pasta, tres leches. It’s a symphony of flavors, tastes and cuisines, all set a short stroll from the beach. This is the Worthing Square Food Garden in Barbados, and it’s the Caribbean’s […]
Top Caribbean Luxury Resort Sold for $14M
The MC Hotel Group, a leading international luxury hotel and hospitality group based in London, recently bought one of the Caribbean’s top luxury resorts, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest is the […]
Legendary Dominica All-Inclusive Resort to Reopen in November
It’s the heartbeat of historic Roseau, the endlessly charming and romantic capital of the Eastern Caribbean hotspot of Dominica. Now, the legendary Fort Young Hotel and Dive Resort is reopening its doors following a dramatic $18 million re-imagination and expansion. […]
The Caribbean’s Hottest New Adults-Only Resort Is in Antigua
You’re on your balcony peering out at the serene beauty of a national park. There’s blue water and green hills as far as you can see; the only sounds are tropical birds and swaying palm trees. A short stroll away, you can […]
Antigua to Host Travel Advisor Conference
Antigua will be playing host to a travel advisor-focused conference in January. The Travel Tribe Collective will be hosting what it’s billing as an “immersive travel industry conference” at The Verandah resort in Antigua from Jan. 22-26, 2024. The event, […]
JetBlue Set to Launch New Nonstop Flights to Grenada
Grenada is hotter than ever, and we’re not talking about the temperature. The island is seeing sizzling tourism numbers as travelers, particularly luxury visitors, flock to the destination for its unique blend of authenticity, natural beauty and barefoot elegance. That’s […]
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