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Saint Lucia to Chair Caribbean Tourism Organization
By Alexander Britell NASSAU — Saint Lucia is the new chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organization. The island’s Minister of Tourism, Dominic Fedee, was voted in as the new chair of the regional tourism organization during this week’s State of […]
The New All-Inclusive Capital of the Caribbean: Antigua
By Alexander Britell The all-inclusive Caribbean resort has been the secret to the growth of some of the most popular destinations in the region, from Punta Cana to Montego Bay. But as the definition of all-inclusive has changed, travelers are […]
More Jamaica Vacations Are Being Booked on Mobile: Report
By the Caribbean Journal staff More and more Jamaica vacations are being booked on mobile devices, according to a new report from global travel giant Expedia Group. Jamaica saw a spike in mobile demand from January to June of 2018, […]
Playa, Hilton to Partner on Caribbean All-Inclusive Expansion
By Guy Britton PLAYA DEL CARMEN — In a move that will likely change the landscape of all-inclusive Caribbean resorts, two travel giants are partnering on a significant expansion push. Playa Hotels and Resorts and Hilton have announced a new […]
VIDEO: Valentines, the Heartbeat of Harbour Island
By Alexander Britell and Guy Britton HARBOUR ISLAND — There’s the sound of the driven drumming of Junkanoo, the dynamic beat spreading across the hills of the island. This is Independence Day in The Bahamas, meaning fireworks, rum, Kalik and […]
Jamaica Establishing Global Center for Tourism Resilience
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has unveiled the new Global Center for Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management, a first-of-its-kind resource based in the Caribbean at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus in Jamaica. […]
Lin-Manuel Miranda Will Play “Hamilton” in Puerto Rico
By Alexander Britell In a huge boost for the island of Puerto Rico as it makes its post-storm recovery, Broadway superstar Lin-Manuel Miranda will be reprising his role as Alexander Hamilton in a production on the island. Miranda had ended […]
Jamaica to Host Tourism Resilience Center
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Jamaica will host a tourism resilience and crisis management center to deal with climate-related issues, according to Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett. The center, which will be located at the University of the West Indies, […]
CSHAE Names New President
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Caribbean tourism industry professional Stacy Cox has been elected president of the Caribbean Society of Hotel Association Executives for the next two years. Cox took office early last year following an unscheduled leadership change, and […]
A Great Family Hotel Option in Nassau
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor It’s long been one of the best places for families to stay in Nassau — and it’s getting even better. Comfort Suites Paradise Island says it is aiming to welcome more families with children in […]
St Maarten Continues Recovery
By Alexander Britell SAN JUAN — St Maarten is continuing its recovery from Hurricane Irma. The destination’s Tourism Minister, Cornelius de Weever, addressed the media at the recent Caribbean Travel Marketplace conference in Puerto Rico, briefing reporters on the island’s […]
Dominica’s Fort Young Hotel Reopens
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor In another positive step for Dominica’s rebuilding tourism sector, the island’s Fort Young hotel has partially reopened. The hotel has completed its first phase of renovations and initial expansion with 41 of its 72 rooms […]
Puerto Rico’s Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Reopening in March
By Alexander Britell SAN JUAN — One of Puerto Rico’s leading resorts is relaunching in March. The Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf and Beach Resort is reopening March 1 after a brief closure during Hurricane Maria. The resort […]
Puerto Rico’s Big Tourism Recovery
By Alexander Britell SAN JUAN — In the middle of December, Puerto Rico tourism officials made a declaration. The destination was open for business, and ready to welcome back visitors, a bold claim in the wake of last year’s devastating […]
Caribbean Hotel Industry Bullish for 2018
By Alexander Britell SAN JUAN — After a mixed bag of results in 2017, the Caribbean hotel industry is bullish on its prospects for 2018, according to Frank Comito, CEO of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association. Comito, who was […]
CHTA Marketplace “Still on” For San Juan in 2018
By the Caribbean Journal staff The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace event will go on as planned in San Juan in January, the trade association announced this week. The event, one of the Caribbean’s leading tourism conferences, […]
“The Best Way to Help the Caribbean Is to Visit the Caribbean”
By Alexander Britell ST GEORGE’S — As the Caribbean recovers from the impacts of Irma and Maria, Caribbean tourism leaders are urging travelers to return to the region — and soon. Caribbean Tourism Organization Secretary General Hugh Riley made that call […]
Adults-Only Breathless Resort Opens in Montego Bay
By the Caribbean Journal staff There’s a new adults-only resort in Jamaica: Breathless Montego Bay Resort and Spa. The latest new all-inclusive property for Apple Leisure Group subsidiary AMResorts held its officially ribbon cutting this week during the JAPEX Jamaica […]
Expedia: Montego Bay Seeing Big Growth
By the Caribbean Journal staff The Jamaican destination of Montego Bay saw big growth in the first half of 2017, according to the latest data from travel giant Expedia. Montego Bay saw nearly 20 percent growth in the first half, […]
Southwest Airlines Launching Nonstop Turks and Caicos Flights
Southwest Airlines is adding another new Caribbean destination. The fast-expanding carrier is planning to launch new nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale and Providenciales, Turks and Caicos beginning Nov. 5. Southwest Chairman and CEO Gary Kelly made the announcement in a […]
Grenada, Airbnb Sign Memorandum of Understanding
Grenada has signed a memorandum of understanding to formalize a partnership with global home-sharing company, Airbnb. Grenada’s Minister of Tourism, Clarice Modeste-Curwen, signed on behalf of the government in a conference held during the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s annual Caribbean […]
Tourism Luminaries Headed to CHIEF Event in Miami
An accomplished roster of speakers, including a top executive from Virgin Atlantic, a leading authority on tourism intelligence and a host of respected hoteliers, will address delegates attending the annual Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum, slated to take place from […]
Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo Completes Renovation
The Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo has completed a major renovation project. The project included a complete revamp of the hotel’s 196 guestrooms, its Club Floor, conference rooms, reception and lobby, along with modernization of the property’s pool and popular Kaffeto’s […]
Secrets Cap Cana Holds Grand Opening
The new Secrets Cap Cana is now officially open. Transitioning from a soft opening phase, the AMResorts property celebrated its grand opening Thursday evening coinciding with the Dominican Republic’s largest tourism conference, DATE: The Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange in Punta Cana. […]
The Five Best Trinidad Hotels
Whether you’re on the island for Carnival, for business or just looking for one of the Caribbean’s great foodie destinations, there’s something for everyone in Trinidad. But with the island in many ways still under the radar for seasoned travelers, […]
St. Lucia’s Big Summer Plans
The typically quiet summer season in St. Lucia is about to heat up. The Eastern Caribbean island has announced a new summer festival circuit called Soleil, including six festivals from May through October. The new series was announced by St. Lucia […]
Sandals Barbados Is Expanding
The Sandals Barbados resort is expanding. Sandals Resorts International has broken ground on the multimillion-dollar expansion of its Dover Beach all-inclusive, marking the launch of construction of an additional 222 rooms and suites at the resort. Sandals made the announcement […]
A Hip New Beach Hotel Is Coming to Jamaica
A new beach hotel is coming to Jamaica’s tourism hub. The Spanish Court brand is expanding with the new Spanish Court Montego Bay, slated to open this fall, the company announced at the Caribbean Travel Marketplace conference in Nassau this […]
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