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Bahamas’ Deep Water Cay Resort Is For Sale
One of the Caribbean’s most exclusive resorts is now for sale. The private-island Deep Water Cay resort has been listed for sale, brought to market by Colliers International Hotel Group. The property is located in the East Grand Bahama National […]
How to Live on Pink Sands Beach
Want to live on Harbour Island? The Pink Sands Resort, one of the region’s top hotels, has announced its first-ever real estate offering, with a combination of new and existing luxury cottages for a limited number of buyers with prices […]
Hilton Opens Second Property in the Bahamas
By Robert Di Pano CJ Contributor BIMINI — A major new hotel has opened its doors in the Bahamas. Hilton at Resorts World Bimini held its grand opening this weekend, a highly-anticipated debut that brings a cutting-edge hotel to the […]
The 25 Best Bahamas Hotels
With 700 islands and cays, it’s no surprise that the Bahamas has always boasted a world of great places to stay, with the best Bahamas hotels ranging from large hotels to chic boutiques to private islands resorts. There is something […]
How to Travel to Nassau, For Less
It’s one of the easiest places to get to in the region: Nassau, the always-popular destination in the Bahamas, a beach-filled paradise with something for everyone. Whether you’re sunning on Cable Beach, jetting off on a day trip to the […]
At the Jamaica Inn, the Art of Being Timeless
A landmark hotel By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon It’s called Ultramarine Blue. And it’s been the color of Jamaica Inn since the Ocho Rios resort opened back in 1950. It’s a color so synonymous with the hotel that once you’ve been a […]
New $250 Million Hotel Project Breaks Ground in Nassau
Another big new project in New Providence By the Caribbean Journal staff A new $250 million dollar development has broken ground in Nassau. Pointe, as it is known, is slated to include 200 guest rooms, world-class shopping, fine dining options, […]
The Best Caribbean Destination Weddings
It’s one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, and it’s one of the most significant economic contributors to Caribbean tourism: weddings. The Caribbean is the most romantic place in the world, and it’s the dream location for a destination […]
The 10 Best Hotels in Nassau
Easily accessible but far enough away to make you feel as if you’ve actually gone somewhere, Nassau and neighboring Paradise Island are two of our favorite destinations for a quick Caribbean getaway. And when we get to the Bahamian tourist […]
Hilton to Open New Bahamas Property
Above: a rendering of the new HIlton at Resorts World Bimini By the Caribbean Journal staff Hilton is expanding in the Bahamas, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new planned resort in Bimini will debut under the Hilton brand, according to […]
6 Great Places for Happy Hour in Nassau
You might be looking for a place to unwind after a long day of work; you might be on a long vacation and want a new late-afternoon adventure. Either way, when it comes to Happy Hour, Nassau has you covered. […]
The Caribbean’s Best Business Hotels
You’re on the road, in town for an important meeting. There are a few things you simply must have — efficient service, a comfortable room, working Wi-Fi and a good location. Business travelers have their own set of demands, and […]
Five Great Hotel Bars in Nassau
With great hotels typically come great hotel bars. And Nassau has both in large quantities. What we love about hotel bars is that they are a great way to sample the experience at a number of different properties, even if […]
The Caribbean’s Top 10 Hotel Bars – 2013
Above: Yara Bar at the Amanyara Turks and Caicos (Photo: Aman Resorts) WE KNOW the Caribbean has the world’s best beach bars, but it’s also home to some exceptional hotel bars — some are well-known, and others are well-kept secrets. […]
Op-Ed: Three Forgotten Architects of Jamaica’s Independence
By David Rowe Op-Ed Contributor Jamaica has many heroes about whom we spend a great deal of time writing and teaching. However, there are some who contributed mightily to the development of the new Jamaica who tend to be forgotten. […]
Op-Ed: The IMF and Jamaica
By David P Rowe Op-Ed Contributor It is obvious that the IMF and the JLP government were either in continuous disagreement or that they were unable to enter a mediated agreement over the last year. According to the IMF’s website, […]
Empowering Women in the Bahamas
From left: Pauline Allen-Dean, Social Development Minister Loretta Butler-Turner and retired Assistant Commissioner of the Royal Bahamas Police Force Juanita Colebrooke (BIS Photo/Patrick Hanna) Bahamian Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham is working to support women’s empowerment in the country, with a […]
10 Resorts in Puerto Rico for Your Next “Isla del Encanto” Vacation
Puerto Rico has more than 130 hotels, which is a lot to choose from. But there are some that stand out for their history, unique location, authentic vibe, luxury experience — and some with a combination of all of the […]
When George Washington Moved to Barbados
A quarter century before he was catching Hessians in Trenton, George Washington was catching sharks in the middle of the Atlantic. When his brother Lawrence fell into ill health, the thought was that the tropical climes of an island at […]
The 20 Best Plunge Pool Resorts in the Caribbean
More and more travelers are looking for it, and the more you travel the Caribbean the more you realize what a precious amenity it really is: the private plunge pool. There is just something special about having your own pool, […]
9 Saint Lucia Resorts That Are Open Right Now
Saint Lucia was one of the first destinations to relaunch tourism when the island reopened its borders at the beginning of June, and it’s open to tourists including those from the United States. What you’ll find in Saint Lucia are […]
From The Bahamas to St Thomas, the Caribbean’s Most Famous Cocktails
Some of the most famous cocktails in the world originated in the Caribbean, and while they come in a variety of tastes and traditions, they all share one common ingredient: rum. Here are some of our favorite Caribbean cocktails and […]
Seven Ways to Experience the BVI Right Now
By Bob Curley CJ Contributor How do you want to take the British Virgin Islands — one ravishing island at a time, or all at once in a grand tour by sea? Here are seven ways to experience the wonders […]
The Cool List: The Coolest Caribbean Hotels for 2019
There’s a peculiar joy to finding that hidden-away hotel, the one you haven’t heard of, the one without a brand but with a personality. There’s a feeling you get when you discover a hotel for yourself — one that soon develops […]
The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean
The Caribbean culinary scene has never been stronger. And much has changed since we first launched the 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean back in 2013. Now, six years later, the world has begun to notice the gastronomic power of […]
Turks and Caicos Is the Best-Kept Secret in Caribbean Golf
By Alexander Britell You spot David Feherty’s mug the moment you reach the baggage claim in Providenciales, urging you to try the Provo Golf Club. Feherty, the affable former pro golfer and current Golf Channel personality and commentator, who was named a few years […]
Afternoon Tea in Nassau
By Alexander Britell You’re just a few blocks from the Queen’s Staircase, tucked away at a table in a corner of a colonial mansion in Old Nassau, when the spread arrives. Cookies and pastries, house-made bonbons; trays of miniature sandwiches, […]
The 18 Best Islands to Visit in the Caribbean in 2018
The Caribbean is back and better than ever. That means it’s time to rediscover the region, returning to your favorite spots and exploring uncharted destinations. We’ve hand crafted an enticing mix of famous and off-the-radar destinations, giving you our favorite […]
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