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St Kitts and Nevis’ Model Tourism Reopening

The twin-island federation of St Kitts and Nevis officially reopened its borders for International tourism on Oct. 31, and in the last three months has helped set an example to the rest of the region on how to undertake a […]

This Caribbean Island Is Seeing a Surge in Luxury Hotel Development

By Joe Pike, Special Contributor 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 our newsletter, or Log […]

The 21 Best Caribbean Islands to Visit in 2021

The past year has changed a lot about the travel industry. What hasn’t changed is the world’s love affair with the Caribbean — and while intrepid travelers have already been returning to the region’s shores, demand (and arrival numbers) are expected […]

American Airlines Launching Pre-Testing for US Virgin Islands

American Airlines is expanding its Caribbean pre-testing program to the US Virgin Islands, Caribbean Journal has learned. Starting Dec. 9, American Airlines will be the first airline to launch pre-flight testing on flights from the U.S. to the US Virgin […]

US Virgin Islands Kicks Off Charter Yacht Season

The US Virgin Islands has kicked off its charter yacht industry with the hosting of the USVI Charter Yacht Show. Last week’s event, held with rigorous health and safety protocols, brought more than 50 charter yacht brokers, with another 100 […]

The Eden Rock St Barths, a Caribbean Icon, Is Open Again

One of the Caribbean’s most glamorous hotels has officially reopened its doors, Caribbean Journal has learned. The iconic Eden Rock St Barths officially began welcoming back guests on Oct. 22, WIMCO confirmed. The St Jean-beach institution, which first opened its […]

Why Demand Is Rising for Golf Course Living in the Caribbean

When it comes to real estate and golf, Anders Bogebjerg is an expert in both. Bogebjerg is not only the owner and founding partner of real estate company Group Palmera in the Dominican Republic, but he is also a former […]

CJI Conversation: David Southworth, CEO of Southworth Development

Reopenings of Marriott-Branded St Thomas Resorts Pushed to 2022

Anguilla Is Reopening Its Borders. Visitors Will Have to “Apply” for Entry.

Anguilla is reopening to tourism on Aug. 21 but with some of the most stringent COVID-19 entry rules in the Caribbean — rules that may well leave many Americans stuck at home. Anguilla Tourism Secretary Quincia Gumbs-Marie announced on Aug. […]

Tradewind Aviation’s David Zipkin on What’s Next for Private Air Travel

If you’re looking to visit luxe destinations like St Barth, Anguilla and Nevis in style, there’s long been one way to do it: a flight on Tradewind Aviation. The luxury carrier, which has a hub in San Juan, is the […]

Why Residential Resorts Could Boom in the Caribbean

By Joe Pike and Alexander Britell When travel fully resumes either during or following the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, experts are predicting a residential resort investment spike in Caribbean destinations that can offer both low density properties and seclusion. Caribbean Journal […]

CJI Market Focus: The Out Islands of The Bahamas

By Joe Pike Although the coronavirus setback rebuilding efforts by the Out Islands of the Bahamas after the region was damaged by Hurricane Dorian in 2019, Kerry Fountain, executive director of the Bahamas Out Islands Promotion Board, said he doesn’t […]

Can Puerto Rico Redefine Tropical Travel Post-COVID-19?

The negative short-term economic global impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the tourism industry has been devastating. Now, as the world begins to slowly reopen and potentially recapture their lost tourism industry, it is imperative to rethink and reassess how […]

Jamaica Urging Developers to Relaunch Construction Projects

Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Holness is urging developers to relaunch their construction projects with “speed and alacrity,” he said this week. Many projects were put on hold in Jamaica as a result of the pandemic, particularly in the country’s booming […]

The Island of Nevis Says It Is Coronavirus Free

In a major milestone for the wider Caribbean region, the island of Nevis says it is “free” of the coronavirus. The announcement comes after the island, which has a population of around 12,000 people, launched a series of aggressive measures […]

Turks and Caicos Begins Phased Reopening; Borders Remain Closed

Turks and Caicos Islands has begun a phased reopening of the British Overseas Territory. Crucially, the reopening will not yet affect travel — meaning international travel to Turks and Caicos will remain closed until at least June 1, according to the […]

STR: March Data Shows Extent of Pandemic’s Impact on Caribbean Hotels

By Rico Louw Client Account Manager, STR HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee—Showing the harsh impact of COVID-19 travel limitations and mitigation efforts, Caribbean hotels reported double-digit declines in occupancy and revenue per available room (RevPAR) during March, according to data from STR. […]

Anguilla Lifts Lockdown With “No Active or Suspected Cases” of Coronavirus

The island of Anguilla has removed all regulations restricting movement and gatherings, following a declaration that there are “no active or suspected cases” of COVID-19 in the destination. The decision comes after Anguilla’s Chief Medical Officer told the island’s Executive […]

How Delta Has Changed Its Caribbean Flight Network

Delta Air Lines has revealed the extent of its flight schedule changes to the Caribbean amid the coronavirus pandemic. In the wake of border shutdowns across the region, Delta has suspended its flight service to Caribbean destinations including Aruba, The […]

How Coronavirus Is Affecting Caribbean Hotel Projects

By Joe Pike, Special Contributor More than 130 hotel projects have been delayed in the Caribbean due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, said Frank Comito, CEO and director general of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA). Comito, who […]

STR: How Coronavirus Has Impacted Caribbean Hotel Performance

Amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Caribbean hotels showed double-digit performance declines during the weeks ending with March 14 and March 21 2020, according to preliminary weekly data from STR. Before we get into the details of that impact, it […]

St Kitts and Nevis Declares State of Emergency to Fight Coronavirus

St Kitts and Nevis has ramped up its efforts against the novel coronavirus with the imposition of a State of Emergency in the twin-island federation. The declaration imposes a curfew for all citizens between 7PM and 5 AM every day […]

St Kitts and Nevis Shuts Borders in Measure Against Coronavirus

The twin-island federation of St Kitts and Nevis is the latest Caribbean country to implement aggressive measures to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus. St Kitts and Nevis, which just confirmed its first cases of coronavirus, said it was […]

Martinique Implements “Aggressive” Coronavirus Measures

The French Caribbean island of Martinique has implemented what its government is calling “aggressive” measures to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus. Martinique has shut down all inbound flights to the island, having canceled all international flights to and […]

BVI Closes Ports to International Travel Amid Coronavirus

The British Virgin Islands has closed all of its international ports to inbound travel, the British Overseas Territory announced. The move, which went into effect on March 22 at 11:59 PM, will last for a period of 14 days “in […]

Aruba Launches Aggressive Measures Against Coronavirus

Aruba, one of the Caribbean’s most popular destinations, has launched a series of aggressive measures to contain and prevent the spread of the novel Coronavirus. The Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba has officially restricted all non-residents of Aruba from entering […]

Anguilla Closing Airport, Seaport for Two Weeks Amid Coronavirus

Another Caribbean island has implemented strong measures to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus called COVID-19. The island of Anguilla is set to close its airport and seaport beginning Friday, March 20 for at least the next 14 days. […]

Jamaica’s Cruise Industry Is Growing, Buoyed by Royal Caribbean and Disney