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Aztec Airways Is Adding New Flights to The Bahamas

Fort Lauderdale-based Aztec Airways has added a new route in The Bahamas, Caribbean Journal has learned. Beginning Jan. 14, 2022, Aztec will be operating two weekly flights from Fort Lauderdale to Rock Sound Airport on the island of Eleuthera. The […]

Ritz-Carlton Reopens Newly-Renovated Grand Cayman Resort

One of the Caribbean’s leading luxury resorts reopened its doors in the Cayman Islands last week following an extensive refurbishment. Marriott’s Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman officially reopened on December 15, the same date it celebrated its 16th anniversary. Renovated spaces feature […]

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 […]

Six Perfect Small Resorts for a Barbados Holiday

Barbados has long been defined by its grand Sandy Lane resort; but for in-the-know travelers, the best way to experience the island is at its smaller hotels and resorts, places that ooze Barbados charm in a smaller, more intimate package. […]

The 5 Hottest Hotels in Turks and Caicos

Turks and Caicos has been one of the hottest destinations in the Caribbean amid the pandemic, and the buzz has only gotten stronger ahead of the holidays. For the uninitiated, Turks and Caicos is a beach lover’s dream, anchored by […]

A New Look at Grenada’s Underwater Sculpture Park

One of the Caribbean’s top diving and snorkeling destinations has gotten a makeover. The iconic Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park has recently completed a renovation project, Caribbean Journal has learned. The park, envisioned by British sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor includes 82 […]

St Thomas Is the Hottest Yachting Destination in the Caribbean

The Moorings’ new office at the Yacht Haven Grande marina in St Thomas is in a former Little Switzerland. And if you look closely, you realize that behind the TV monitor on the back wall is the door to a […]

The Next Great Caribbean Waterfront Downtown Is in St Thomas

By Alexander Britell and Guy Britton ST THOMAS — It’s always been one of the most stunning drives in the Caribbean: the waterfront route around the centuries-old downtown of Charlotte Amalie in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands. One one side, there’s […]

Bahamas Private Island Sales Spree Continues

The sale of another private island in the Abaco archipelago of The Bahamas has closed, 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 […]

In Barbados, a Different Kind of All-Inclusive Resort

It was always one of the coolest corners of Barbados, a hotel that was equal parts boutique hotel and private club. For years, The House has been one of the most sought-after stays on the island, a small, effortlessly cool […]

Another Abaco Private Island Sold

Another island in the Abaco chain of The Bahamas has been sold, 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 in the Caribbean. […]

Another Private Island Sold in The Bahamas

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 […]

Hotels in Jamaica Where You Can Stay for Less than $200 Per Night

Negril may seem like just another Jamaican destination for big resorts and all-inclusive hotels, on par with Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. But travelers with longer memories may recall that Negril got its start as a mecca for backpackers and […]

A New Way to Explore Jamaica: By Bike

Jamaica has launched a new program aimed at helping travelers explore the island in a new, pandemic-safe way: by bike. The new Discover Jamaica by Bike program launched this week with a kick-off ride at Kingston’s Spanish Court Hotel that […]

Nespresso Launches Jamaica Blue Mountain Edition

Nestle’s Nespresso brand has launched its first-ever Jamaica Blue Mountain edition, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new launch of the Caribbean’s most celebrated coffee is a limited edition release, according to the company. “Jamaica’s Blue Mountains — steep slopes, volcanic […]

What Does the Future Hold for Sandals Resorts International?

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 […]

A Great Little Bed and Breakfast in St Croix

Business travelers are more likely than vacationers to stay “in town” on most Caribbean islands. But if you’re looking for a different travel experience than the usual resort stay, there are few better destinations than downtown Christiansted, St Croix. With […]

A Tiny Caribbean Beach Hotel to Try in St Croix

Coconut. Calabash. Castaway. The names evoke the idylls of the Caribbean — a nap under a dancing palm; the soundtrack of the quiet froth of the sea. They just don’t make Caribbean hotels like this anymore. That’s because the […]

7 Small Resorts to Try in Jamaica

Music, art, people, history and of course immense natural beauty help define the magic of Jamaica, and the Caribbean island’s small boutique resorts allow visitors to connect with it all without having to make any concessions to comfort. Here are […]

Negotiations to Relaunch on Caneel Bay Resort Lease

EHI Acquisitions and the U.S. Department of the Interior have agreed to re-enter negotiations on a long-term lease for the long-shuttered Caneel Bay Resort in St John, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Caribbean Journal […]

From The Bahamas to St Kitts, 7 Places to Go in December

When the first Caribbean destinations began reopening in June, the travel world was filled with uncertainty. But in the six months since, the Caribbean has sent a message to the world that tourism reopenings can largely be done in a […]

Marriott Reopens Three More Resorts in Barbados

Marriott Internationals’ Elegant Hotels has reopened another three resorts in Barbados, Caribbean Journal has learned. Elegant Hotels’ Colony Club, Treasure Beach and Crystal Cove have all recently reopened their doors on the island. Colony Club, the company’s original property in […]

The Bahamas’ Fowl Cay Resort Is Open Again

One of The Bahamas’ leading luxury resorts is open again, Caribbean Journal has learned. The private-island Fowl Cay resort, which is owned by Sandals Resorts International, officially reopened its doors this week. The resort, set on a 50-acre island in […]

Marriott’s Elegant Hotels to Reopen Caribbean Properties in October

Marriott’s Elegant Hotels collection will be reopening its Caribbean resorts in October, Caribbean Journal has learned. The collection of boutique resorts in Barbados and Saint Lucia, which Marriott acquired last year, will relaunch Oct. 1. That will include Barbados’ Colony […]

Rum Journal: Rude Bwoy and the Spirit of the Caribbean

The newest rum brand to hit the market is “Rude Bwoy,” a collection of rums born out of a deep family connection to the Caribbean. The brand is the brainchild of Patrick Mitchell and James Larson, who have cultivated both […]

A Very Strong, Very Good Rum From The Bahamas

The history of rum is intertwined with the history of the Caribbean — particularly that infamous (and somehow lastingly romantic) age of rum-fueled pirates. But for all the stories of Caribbean pirates and treasure-seekers, a surprisingly small number of pirates […]

How These Jamaican Hotels Are Stepping Up in the Coronavirus Fight

A number of hotels in Jamaica have launched major efforts to help the country in its fight against the coronavirus pandemic. The Jamaica Ministry of Tourism is calling it “generous and courageous efforts of Jamaican properties in the collective fight […]

CBRE’s Paul Weimer on What’s Next for the Caribbean Hotel Market

It’s a time of unease and uncertainty in the Caribbean tourism industry — particularly in the hotel development market. To learn more about how coronavirus is impacting the hotel industry in the region, Caribbean Journal Invest talked to Paul Weimer, Senior […]

The Ultimate Island-Hopping Vacation in The Bahamas