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Park Hyatt Is Opening a Hotel in Los Cabos Next Year
The Park Hyatt brand is opening a new hotel in the Caribbean-Mexico region next year, Caribbean Journal has learned. The brand will debut the new Park Hyatt Los Cabos at Cabo del Sol, the first-ever Park Hyatt in Mexico. The […]
Antigua and Barbuda Yachting Industry Set for Big Year
It’s already a major Caribbean yachting powerhouse, but Antigua and Barbuda is projecting a significant year ahead. Franklyn Brathwaite, president of the Antigua and Barbuda Yachting and Marine Association, says “all indications are that business is strong and that the […]
Why the Statia Is one of the Caribbean’s Best-Kept Secrets
The building has been here for more than two centuries, stone and brick just a few hops from the edge of the sea. Faithfully rebuilt to evoke its colonial-era structure, the property was originally made of the ballast from sailing […]
How to Keep Celebrating 50 Years of The Bahamas’ Independence
The Bahamas marked its 50th anniversary of independence on July 10, and the country is continuing its Golden Jubilee celebration with a host of activities around the 700-island archipelago including a major event in Nassau to hoist the Bahamian flag. […]
The Bahamas Celebrates 50 Years of Independence
A half century ago, the Union Jack was lowered at Nassau’s Clifford Park, replaced by the Aquamarine, Gold and Black flag, signaling the birth of a new nation: the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. And this week, The Bahamas triumphantly celebrated […]
United Airlines Adds Year-Round Flights to Meet “Huge” Barbados Demand
In a significant boost to Barbados’ continued tourism renaissance, United Airlines has announced plans to launch year-round service to the island from two major cities in the United States. United will now be operating year-round, nonstop flights from both Newark […]
Why Lionel Richie Is Coming to Paradise Island in The Bahamas
Atlantis Paradise Island has been cementing itself as a new kind of music hub in the Caribbean in the last few years, centered around its “Music Making Waves” series. Now, the Bahamian resort is stepping things up again with a […]
Turks and Caicos’ The Bight Breaking Ground Later This Year; Hotel Timeline Unclear
The Bight, a residential resort, has announced a multi-phased development plan, although it is not clear when the hotel itself will be opening its doors. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest […]
Bermuda Eyes Tourism Recovery After Challenging Year
While Bermuda isn’t quite back at its sizzling tourism numbers from before the pandemic, the island is starting to show signs of a full-fledged recovery. Despite challenges amid the pandemic (including what were the strictest travel health rules in the […]
Nick Cannon to Headline New Year’s Eve at Atlantis Paradise Island
Nick Cannon will headline this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration at Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas. Cannon will perform a DJ set at the resort’s ever-popular New Year’s fete, joined by renowned violinist Ezinma, and what Atlantis calls a […]
In Saba, The Caribbean’s Pioneering Eco-Tourism Month
The tiny Dutch Caribbean island of Saba has been at the forefront of the eco-tourism movement for decades. And a big part of that has been the island’s popular Sea & Learn Month, a beloved program focused on raising awareness […]
British Airways’ Big Milestone in Antigua and Barbuda
British Airways just set a major milestone in Antigua and Barbuda, celebrating the 60th anniversary of its first flight to the twin-island country. The carrier first touched down at VC Bird International Airport on June 1, 1962, then called the […]
Why the Best Caribbean Rums Are Coming to One Island
Those hard-to-find bottles. The rhum agricoles, the limited editions, the parcellaires, the cask strength expressions. If you’re a rum lover in the United States, they’re all almost impossible to find, even with rum continuing to grow in popularity. And if […]
Sonesta Has a New CEO
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has named a new chief executive officer, Caribbean Journal has learned. The company has appointed John Murray to the role, effective April 1, 2022. Murray has served as a Director of Sonesta rinse 2008, having been […]
This Caribbean Real Estate Market’s “Supernova” Year
By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean Journal Travel Advisor for targeted content for travel agents and advisors. Subscribe […]
Rum Journal: Karl Malone’s New Rum From the Dominican Republic
It began with cigars. NBA Hall of Fame Karl Malone’s love affair with the Dominican Republic kicked off when he crafted his own line of cigars with one of the country’s most prominent cigarmarkers: La Aurora, whose operations in Santiago […]
Flor de Caña Wins Green Distillery of the Year at Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth
Nicaragua’s Flor de Caña has taken the crown as the Green Distillery of the Year at the Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth. The annual event is the Caribbean’s leading celebration of the finest rums in the world. The company won the award […]
Rum Journal: A 15-Year Vintage From Martinique
It’s never easy for lovers of rhum agricole in the United States. Supply of the cane-juice nectar of the French Caribbean has always been scant in America, with just a few brands that have even entered the market in the […]
Nocturne Luxury Villas, Gladstone Partner to Buy St Barth Properties
Nocturne Luxury Villas partnered with the Gladstone Investment Corporation to acquire St Barth Properties, a leading villa rental company in St Barth. St Barth Dream Vacations, its sister company, has also been acquired. It’s part of a growth push for […]
A Major Milestone for This Bahamian Hotel
Long one of the best-kept secrets in The Bahamas, the Comfort Suites Paradise Island hotel has hit a major milestone — its 30th year in operation. The hotel celebrated its 30-year anniversary this week on Paradise Island “When we opened […]
St Thomas Hosting One-Night Carnival Event for Vaccinated Guests
The US Virgin Islands is set to host a one-of-a-kind, in-person carnival event for vaccinated patrons next week. And while it’s a major step forward for live events in the Caribbean, it has a pair of broader purposes: encouraging vaccinations […]
How to Live in Dominica for a Year and a Half
Another Caribbean island has launched a program for remote workers: the Nature Island of Dominica. The new Work in Nature program offers the chance for approved visitors to stay for up to 18 months on the island. The program is […]
How to Live in the Caribbean for a Year
For travel writers like me, popping open a laptop to work on a Caribbean beach is a familiar occupational hazard. But amid the pandemic, having to work while you’re in paradise seems like a small price to pay to escape […]
British Virgin Islands Spring Regatta Postponed
The British Virgin Islands Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival has been postponed, Caribbean Journal has learned. The festival, which has been slated to come back for its 2021 edition, has now been postponed until 2022, organizers said. The move comes […]
Santa Claus Is Spending the Next Year in The Bahamas
After a long and taxing year, Santa Claus is hanging up his suit and hat and spending the next year in a most appropriate place: Stocking Island in The Bahamas. The Bahamas’ government has announced that it had invited Santa […]
St Maarten’s All-Inclusive Sonesta Maho Beach Resort to Reopen
St Maarten’s largest resort is slated to reopen next month, Caribbean Journal has learned. The all-inclusive Sonesta Maho Beach Resort is reopening its doors on Oct. 29, according to Sonesta. The 10-acre, 420-room resort is the largest in St Maarten. […]
Why We Bought a One-Way Ticket to Anguilla
If you haven’t gotten around to visiting Anguilla as yet, imagine an island the size of Manhattan with the population of just two high-rises, surrounded by 33 sugary white beaches, lapped by stunning turquoise waters ‒ with temps in the […]
The Wailers Just Released Their First Album in 25 Years
Legendary reggae band The Wailers has released their first new album in more than 25 years. The new Sony Music Latin album, One World, has 14 songs, including the single “One World, One Prayer” produced by Emilio Estefan. Also featured […]
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