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IDB Grants Suriname $40 Million Loan to Strengthen Financial Sector

Above: Paramaribo (UNESCO Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff The Inter-American Development Bank has approved a $40 million loan that supports the government of Suriname’s financial sector reform programme. “Suriname has enjoyed robust and macro-economically balanced growth for the past […]

FIFA Probe: Evidence of $40,000 in Bribes to Caribbean Football Officials

FIFA President Sepp Blatter (Photo: FIFA) A report by FIFA’s ethics committee found that evidence existed to support allegations that Caribbean soccer officials received $40,000 in gifts. The initial allegations saw the suspension, and later resignation, of FIFA vice president […]

Bahamas Oil Refining Company’s $40 Million Expansion Underway

The Bahamas Oil Refining Company has contracted with CB&I, a U.S. firm, for the construction of 14 new oil storage tanks, as part of a $40 million expansion. “CB&I’s scope of work includes the engineering, fabrication and construction of 14 […]

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

Jamaica’s cruise industry is showing strong signs of growth, according to new numbers released by the country’s Ministry of Tourism. Last year, the island welcomed 1.26 million arrivals, up 48.3 percent compared to the previous year, according to Tourism Minister […]

At Nassau’s Baha Mar Resort, The Art of Everything

A Rosewood. A Grand Hyatt. An SLS. More than 40 restaurants, including eateries by star chefs like Marcus Samuelson and Daniel Boulud. A 100,000-square-foot casino that rivals any in Las Vegas. Two spas. A championship golf course. An art museum. […]

From Anguilla to Aruba, the Best Caribbean Beaches to Visit This Summer

Forget the Hamptons, forget Santorini. And Florida? There’s a reason snowbirds go home in the summer. If you’re looking for a summertime beach getaway, the Caribbean is it. The water is deliciously warm, the trade winds keep you cool and […]

$39M Beachfront Bahamas Villa Sold in Record-Breaking Transaction

A villa that had been listed for $39.49 million has been sold in The Bahamas, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest is the leading authority on hotel, real estate and investment news […]

A New Beach Resort Is Coming to This Tiny Island in The Bahamas

It was once the stomping ground of celebrities like Bridget Bardot, Cary Grant and Paul Newman, who were drawn to Great Harbour Cay in The Bahamas when it was a buzzing jet-set getaway in the 1960s. In the last half-century, […]

Hilton Has a New Hotel in Puerto Rico

Hilton has quietly opened a new hotel in Puerto Rico, Caribbean Journal has learned. The company has debuted a new Hilton Garden Inn in San Juan’s vibrant Condado district. The hotel, which has a total of 240 rooms, is set […]

This Is the Best-Value All-Inclusive Vacation in the Caribbean

It’s one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Period. That perfect, vibrant, almost neon turquoise. Sugar-white sand so white you sometimes have to squint depending on the sun. It’s the beach you dream about on cold winter days, or […]

Turks and Caicos Has a New Luxury Real Estate Project in Provo

One of the Caribbean’s most active luxury markets has another major new project, this time from developer Waterloo. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest is the leading authority on hotel, real estate and investment news in the […]

This Top Anguilla Resort Has a New Director of Sales

One of Anguilla’s premier luxury resorts has named a new director of sales, Caribbean Travel Advisor has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Travel Advisor provides 24-7 Caribbean content and news for travel agents and travel insiders. Subscribe […]

Journeying to Charlie’s, the Oldest Bar in Aruba

The oldest bar in Aruba still draws a big crowd almost any time it’s open, even if these days tourists tend to outnumber oil workers elbowing their way into Charlie’s Bar for a cold beer or rum drink. Arriving on […]

Caribbean Hotels Keep Filling Up as Travel Demand Strengthens

It was a very strong March for the Caribbean hotel industry, according to the newest data from hotel analytics firm STR. Hotel occupancy was 76.4 percent last month, a sizable 7.3 percent jump over March 2023 — a very strong […]

How the Four Seasons Nevis Is Reinventing the Wellness Getaway

It’s one of the biggest trends in travel since the pandemic: the rise of the luxury villa. More and more travelers are looking for that extra degree of space and seclusion, and that’s led to white-hot demand for luxury villas […]

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Wyndham Opens Dominican Republic All-Inclusive, Plans Second Resort in Punta Cana

Pristine beaches, lush rainforests and winding rivers; the Dominican Republic’s Samana peninsula is a haven for nature lovers and those in search of a more untouched Caribbean. Now, the area has a new resort, combining all-inclusive convenience with easy access […]

American Airlines Is Now Flying to a New Caribbean Destination: Tulum

You know Cancun: the high-rise resorts, the nightclubs, the all-inclusives and the attractions. But about two hours away is a very different kind of destination: Tulum, a place that began as a boho-chic hideaway but has since developed into a […]

Is Canouan the Next Caribbean Luxury Real Estate Hotspot?

Whether stepping foot on Canouan for the first time or seeing its green Mount Royal peak and coastal posh surroundings from afar, there’s a visible vibe. And, that vibe is ultra-luxurious. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest […]

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Cancun Has a New All-Suite, Adults-Only All-Inclusive Resort

If you’ve been following the biggest trends in travel, you know that the all-inclusive concept is top of mind for just about every major resort company in the world. Travelers want the convenience and comfort of all-inclusive, and it’s a […]

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The Sexiest Beaches in the Caribbean to Visit Right Now

One is a beach with a nightclub-style pool right next door. Another is filled with beach bars — and even has its own au natural corner. Then there’s a beach that’s practically a nonstop party. There are so many things that […]

JetBlue Is Doubling Its Daily Flights to Saint Lucia

Pitons, rainforests, chocolate, three-wall resorts. Saint Lucia is one of the region’s most romantic places, and now it’s about to get a whole lot easier to visit. In a significant lift for the Eastern Caribbrean island, JetBlue is planning to […]

Cayman Islands Real Estate Sales Top $250M in First Quarter

The Cayman Islands’ real estate market is off to a strong start so far in 2024, with sales volume topping $250 million, according to a new report from brokerage Provenance Properties. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal Invest […]