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Rum Journal: Guadeloupe’s Damoiseau
GUADELOUPE — This edition of Rum Journal heads to the French department of Guadeloupe, just north of Dominica in the lesser Antilles. Perhaps Guadeloupe’s most popular distillery, Damoiseau is located on the northeastern portion of Guadeloupe’s Grand-Terre island (Guadeloupe is […]
Rum Journal: Cayman’s Seven Fathoms
Above: The Seven Fathoms distillery in Georgetown (All photos by Rum Journal) A NUMBER OF RUMS have a unique raison d’être: high altitude, volcanic soil, aging done in more than one country. But a rum from the Cayman Islands has […]
Rum Journal: Tasting Guatemala’s Ron Botran Solera 1893
GUATEMALA HAS RISEN to become one of the world’s rum production hubs — from Ron Zacapa to Zaya, which was made in the country until moving its production (and Guatemalan recipe) to Trinidad. But a longtime player is Ron Botran, […]
Rum Journal: A Haven for Rum (and Cigars) in the Bahamas
Above: a roller at Graycliff (All photos by CJ) This edition of Rum Journal heads to Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, for a voyage deep into the world of rum and cigars — two pleasures that frequently go hand in […]
Rum Journal: Jamaica’s Blackwell Rum
Rum and music are woven deeply into the fabric of Jamaican society. So it’s only natural that one of the country’s newest exports combines a strong tradition from both worlds. Jamaica’s Blackwell Rum is the brainchild of legendary reggae music […]
Rum Journal: A Special Rum Cocktail from Grenada’s Mount Cinnamon
This week’s Rum Journal travels to Grenada, the birthplace of a special rum cocktail. The Mount Cinnamon resort on Grand Anse Beach is the mixing studio of bartender Sheldon Vincent. Vincent, who began his career at La Dolce Vita restaurant […]
Talking with the Caribbean’s Rum Minister
By Alexander Britell The “noble spirit” of rum has captivated the Caribbean for centuries, and Edward Hamilton has devoted himself to exploring it. Hamilton, who began the “Ministry of Rum” website in 1995 and is a leading rum importer based […]
5 Little Islands to Visit in the Caribbean Right Now
We’ve made no secret in these pages of our love for tiny islands, the teeny, micro, minuscule places that overflow with melt-your-heart charm and carefree vibes. Because while some islands may have more hotels, more activities or just more square […]
In Downtown Kingstown, Finding the Spirit of St Vincent and the Grenadines
Above: Basil’s Bar (All photos by CJ) By Alexander Britell KINGSTOWN — “THE ROTI came from above.” No, it wasn’t a verse out of some apocryphal Old Testament chapter recently discovered in the West Indies. The scene was Aggie’s, a […]
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 […]
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 […]
How to Take the Perfect All-Inclusive Summer Vacation in the Caribbean
A walk on the beach with a freshly-brewed cup of coffee to start the morning. An afternoon snorkeling adventure. An evening rum tasting at the edge of a lagoon. Summer in the Caribbean is a vibe, and as we’ve long […]
The Best Caribbean Islands to Visit This Summer, From Antigua to St Croix
We’ve been saying it for years, and we’ll keep saying it: in some ways, the Caribbean is even better in the summer months. The water is warm. It’s a bit less crowded, a little bit quieter. At night, the trade […]
In St Martin, the Legacy of a Legendary Caribbean Hotelier
My favorite anecdote about the Grand Case Beach Club was when a guest came up to Wright during happy hour and told him how disappointed he was that he couldn’t find a room. He bemoaned that he would have to […]
It Just Got Easier to Do Day Trips to Statia, Saba and St Barth
They’re three of the most charming small island destinations in the Caribbean: the Dutch Caribbean gems of Statia and Saba and the French Caribbean hotspot of St Barth. And they’re both just a quick flight from nearby St Maarten — quick […]
How Grenada Is Setting the Standard for Caribbean Sustainable Tourism
On the plate is a mix of saltfish, fresh onions, peppers, and tomato. It marries seamlessly with a fresh coconut-flour “bake” and a glass of carambola juice. This is the late-morning table at T’s Eco Garden, a vibrant organic farm […]
The Best Beaches in Aruba, From Crystal-Clear Water to Sublime Snorkeling Spots
You can travel across the Caribbean and back again and find it hard to find a more beautiful collection of beaches than the ones you get on the Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba. The destination is known for its beaches, […]
Why Ambergris Caye, Belize is the Caribbean Capital of Overwater Bars
You can hear the ballad from Palapa halfway across Ambergris Caye; for a moment you swear the voice belongs to Dolly Parton herself. Palapa is the town’s most prominent stage, hosting a revolving door of talented artists for intimate concerts […]
The 10 Best Barbados Resorts for 2024, From Platinum Coast Luxe to All-Inclusive
Champagne brunches on the Platinum Coast, food truck hopping in Bridgetown, rum shop journeys across the island. Barbados has as rich and vibrant a tourism offering as you’ll find in the Caribbean, with a robust dining scene, a teeming calendar […]
The Cool List: the Coolest Hotels in the Caribbean for 2024
They’re different. They’re fun, they’re colorful, they’re unique. They’re themselves. The Caribbean has no shortage of cool hotels and in this, Caribbean Journal’s 12th annual Cool List, we highlight the places that hit you in a different way, that do […]
The 25 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean, from Adults-Only to Boutique
What is an all-inclusive resort? In recent years, the answer to that question has changed dramatically. Today, all-inclusive means a resort that is at the cutting edge of travel trends, one that is catering to the demands of a massive […]
The 25 Best Caribbean Beach Bars for 2024
What is the first thing you want to do after you land at an airport in the Caribbean? For many, it’s a pretty simple answer. Make your way, by car or boat, to your sandy chair, cocktail in hand, at […]
The 25 Best Beaches in the Caribbean to Visit in 2024
Let’s be frank. The best beach in the Caribbean is the one you’re on right now. That means choosing our favorite beaches in the Caribbean each year is an almost impossible task — and one that, we admit, is completely […]
The Best Caribbean Islands to Visit in 2024, From Tiny Beach Towns to Hidden Gems
Maybe you’ve been to the Caribbean a dozen times. Maybe you’re planning your first Caribbean vacation. The Caribbean continues to reinvent itself, to rewrite its story. The Caribbean just keeps getting better. As the region comes off what was a […]
The Caribbean Travel Awards 2024
It’s hard to believe it has been a decade since the inaugural edition of the Caribbean Travel Awards, the first true regional celebration of travel and tourism in the Caribbean. In 10 years, the Caribbean tourism industry has dramatically changed, […]
The 10 Best Things to Do and See in Cancun, Mexico
There was a time in the mid-90’s where MTV and rowdy college drinkers neglected Cancun’s vast amount of attractions and opted to party the night away and sleep, well, until housekeeping arrived That is no longer the case. A hurricane […]
The Winners of the 2023 Caribbean Boutique Hotel Awards
The people have spoken. The world’s foremost experts on Caribbean travel — Caribbean Journal readers – have chosen their top picks for the best small hotels across the wider Caribbean region. This year’s 2023 Caribbean Boutique Hotel Awards celebrate boutique hotels […]
The 20 Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Caribbean Resorts to Visit Now
It’s fall, the kids are back in school. Travel is calmer and it’s time for the perfect relaxing Caribbean getaway. If you’ve been paying attention, adults-only resorts, particularly those of the all-inclusive variety, are hotter than ever in the Caribbean, […]
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