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The US Virgin Islands Just Waived Testing for Vaccinated Travelers
Fully vaccinated US travelers no longer need to take a test to travel to the United States Virgin Islands. The destination’s Department of Tourism announced the move this week, which means travelers can simply submit proof of vaccination in lieu […]
St Maarten Tourism Minister “We Are Now Fully Open”
Dutch Caribbean island of St Maarten has lifted all business restrictions on the island. That follows news that the island would no longer require testing for all vaccinated travelers. Regular business hours have now resumed, with a halt to “all […]
The Ultimate Caribbean Superyacht Regatta Is Back in St Barth
One of the Caribbean’s most sought-after regattas is back. The St Barth Bucket Regatta has made its triumphant return to the French Caribbean island this year after a two-year hiatus amid the pandemic. “Everyone I run across is enthused about […]
Vaccinated Visitors Don’t Need a Test to Visit Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda is the latest Caribbean destination to waive pre-testing requirements for fully vaccinated visitors. As of March 16, 2022, the destination has lifted the travel testing requirement for fully vaccinated travelers. (Fully vaccinated means a traveler has taken both […]
Bahamas: “Positive Progress Towards Tourism Recovery”
The Bahamas is making “positive progress toward tourism recovery,” according to Chester Cooper, Bahamas Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism. The country recently saw its Centers for Disease Control and Prevention travel recommendation improved, lowering the country’s advisory from […]
Air Transat Ramping Up Dominican Republic Flights
Canadian carrier Air Transat is ramping up its flight service to the Dominican Republic this year. The company will be relaunching flights to three destinations in the country this summer: Puerto Plata, Punta Cana and Samana. The carrier will also […]
Bahamas Tops Trending Spring Break Destinations
The Bahamas leads the pack among Caribbean spring break destinations, according to a new report from travel insurance company InsureMyTrip. The Bahamas was the top trending destination in the Caribbean, as measured by InsureMyTrip policies sold for departures between March […]
Dominica Has New Entry Protocols for Travelers
The Eastern Caribbean island of Dominica has announced a series of major changes to its entry protocols, Caribbean Journal has learned. The biggest change is that all travelers are now permitted to show proof of a negative antigen test within […]
This Caribbean Real Estate Market’s “Supernova” Year
By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI 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, […]
The Caribbean Travel Awards 2022
It seems that every year in the Caribbean we say it’s been a year like no other — but in the age of the pandemic, that’s a guarantee. And if 2020 was defined by the ongoing question of the tourism […]
Dominican Republic Tourism Is Breaking Pre-Pandemic Records
Tourism in the Dominican Republic set yet another record last month, with a total of 519,349 tourist arrivals. Fo the year, the country has reported 4.263 million tourist arrivals, according to Tourism minister David Collado. The November total was a […]
Air Canada Is Launching a New Route to the Dominican Republic
Canada is one of the biggest source markets for tourism in the Dominican Republic. Until now, though, the vast majority of Canadian travelers have touched down in the travel hotspot of Punta Cana. Now, however, a new destination is emerging […]
As Vaccination Rates Rise, Antigua Expands Tourism Opening
Antigua and Barbuda has expanded its tourism opening with local vaccination rates continuing to rise. The twin-island country has eased on-island restrictions, meaning “visitors can look forward to enjoying some newly re-opened tourism experiences,” according to a statement from the […]
Bahamas Tourism “Well Positioned For Continued Recovery”
The Bahamas’ tourism industry is “well positioned for continued recovery,” according to the country’s new Tourism Minister, Chester Cooper. Cooper, who is also the Minister of Investments and Aviation, said the country’s momentum comes as international travel restrictions begin to […]
Air Canada Set for Saint Lucia Return
Air Canada is set to return to Saint Lucia next week. The carrier will relaunch Toronto-Saint Lucia service on Oct. 3, the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority confirmed. The new service comes following an easing of restrictions on travel between the […]
Cancun Airport Traffic Nearing 2019 Levels
Cancun International Airport continues to see a strong rebound, according to the latest numbers from operator ASUR. The airport reported passenger traffic of 2.061 million in August, just 4.9 percent below the same total in 2019. It did represent a […]
CJI Conversation: Jose Carlos Azcarraga, CEO of Mexico’s Grupo Posadas
By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI 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, […]
A Brand-New Resort Just Opened on the Island of Statia
In a significant boost to its tourism, the Dutch Caribbean island of Statia has opened its first full-fledged resort hotel. The new Golden Rock Dive and Nature Resort officially opened its doors at the beginning of this month. The resort […]
More Americans Are Buying Caribbean Passports
By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has made Americans look at Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs in a different light. What was once considered a perk is now being viewed as a means to escape […]
Cayman Islands Reveals Tourism Reopening Plan
The Cayman Islands is finally reopening for tourism – with a multi-phased plan. Most notably, beginning in mid-October, vaccinated travelers will be able to visit Cayman without quarantine. The plan will begin a “limited introduction of tourism” on Sept. 9, the […]
The Ultimate Caribbean Rum Event Is Back in St Barth This November
The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth, the region’s leading celebration of fine rum, is set for the first week of November. This year’s fourth annual edition of the Caribbean Rum Awards will be held from Nov. 2-7, with an unmatched […]
Only Fully Vaccinated Travelers Can Now Visit Anguilla
Anguilla’s newest entry protocols have now taken effect, meaning only fully vaccinated travelers can now visit the island. The new protocols, which went into effect last week, exempt children under the age of 18 and women who are pregnant. Anguilla […]
Swoop Is Adding New Flights to Puerto Vallarta
Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier Swoop is expanding in Mexico, Caribbean Journal has learned. The company will kick off service from Victoria, British Columbia to Puerto Vallarta this fall. The company will operate nonstop service to Puerto Vallarta’s Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz […]
Air France Is Expanding Its Caribbean Flights This Summer
Air France is expanding its service to the Caribbean this summer, Caribbean Journal has learned. That will include up to 14 weekly flights from Paris-Orly Airport to both Guadeloupe and Martinique. Air France will also be flying up to seven […]
A New Way to Explore Virgin Gorda
Virgin Gorda’s Rosewood Little Dix Bay has launched a new set of curated itineraries to explore the destination. The new itineraries are part of Rosewood’s Summer by Design program, which focus on “journeys designed to encourage exploration, discovery and connection.” […]
Puerto Rico Is Reopening Bars
Puerto Rico is reopening bars on the island as part of a broader loosening of pandemic restrictions. Beginning June 7, Puerto Rico will be reopening bars at 50 percent capacity, along with game rooms. Outdoor bars and “chinchorros” will not […]
Why Namron Hospitality Group Is Bullish on Tulum
By Alexander Britell 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 In to […]
Vaccinated Travelers Can Now Explore Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia has updated its travel protocols, with expanded on-island access for vaccinated travelers. The country’s government has revealed new regulations that mean “vaccinated travelers can enjoy more opportunities to experience the entire island,” according to a statement. That means […]
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