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How Many People Live in the Caribbean?
By the Caribbean Journal staff How many people live in the Caribbean? It’s a question we’re often asked. And the answer is, well, complicated. That’s because it depends on what geographical area you define as the Caribbean. We culled data […]
11 Great Restaurants For a Romantic Dinner in the Caribbean
WHETHER you’re looking for a table for Valentine’s Day in the Caribbean or simply seeking an enchanting evening out, we have you covered. The Caribbean is full of romantic eateries, from cliffside bistros to beachfront haute cuisine. Here are 11 […]
Tourism Surges in Cayman Islands
Above: Grand Cayman (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Tourist arrivals to the Cayman Islands surged in 2013, according to data released this week by the Caribbean Tourism Organization. The Cayman Islands received a total of 345,387 stopover visitors […]
Caribbean Home: A Modern Wonder on the West Coast of Barbados
IT DOESN’T look like the traditional home you’d expect to find in Barbados. But that’s what makes Atelier House in St James so spectacular. The four-bedroom, 4,330-square-foot villa is a contemporary marvel, with an infinity pool, a large roof terrace […]
The Caribbean’s Most Romantic Hotels
THE CARIBBEAN is undeniably one of the most romantic places in the world. But what is it that makes Caribbean hotels so romantic? Of course it’s luxury and service. Intimate and well-designed spaces play a part as well, but there’s […]
Caribbean Plate: Jerk Paradise in Jamaica
MONTEGO BAY — Every place has its own special taste, its own signature flavour. In Jamaica, that’s undoubtedly jerk, the world-famous seasoning with a history as old as the island. And if you’re looking for true Jamaican jerk, Scotchie’s is […]
At the Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France, the Lens of Baryshnikov
Above: a photo from “Dance This Way” By the Caribbean Journal staff A new exhibition at the Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France in St Barth is featuring the photography of world-renowned dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov. The exhibition, called “Dance This Way,” […]
Guadeloupe Islands Sees Big Jump in Visitors From United States
Above: the island of Terre de Haut in the Guadeloupe Islands (CJ Photo) By Alexander Britell The Guadeloupe Islands saw a significant jump in arrivals from the United States last year, with a 23 percent year-over-year increase, according to data […]
Social Media and Social Good in Jamaica
By Marcia Forbes, PhD CJ Contributor Atlanta 2011 Jamaicans in the Convention Centre, Atlanta 2011, wanted to get on with the dance. It was the annual Independence Ball hosted by the Atlanta Jamaica Association. Guided by the organizers, I had […]
Jean Holder: Caribbean Tourism in 2014
The LIAT Chairman on what’s in store for 2014 By Jean Holder Op-Ed Contributor I AM more of an optimist than a prophet, otherwise I could not do what I do every day. I have an abiding faith in the […]
Caribbean Concierge: The St Regis Bahia Beach Resort in Puerto Rico
Above: Jossell Louie Velazquez CJ’s Caribbean Concierge talks to the hospitality pros who help make Caribbean travel work. The latest edition talks to Jossell Louie Velazquez, Chef Concierge at the St Regis Bahia Beach in Puerto Rico and member of […]
Jamaica and The Future of Television
By Marcia Forbes, PhD CJ Contributor Dwindling Audiences for TV The King is dead. Long live the King! I will get back to this. Free to air TV stations and cable operators, in particular hardwire cable, have reason to be […]
6 Great Restaurants in Roseau, Dominica
While Dominica’s known primarily for its sheer natural beauty, its tiny capital, Roseau, has charms of its own. The historic city also has a diverse selection of places to eat, from beachfront Mexican joints to old-style French bistros. Here are […]
Chef Ron Duprat Talks Haiti
Above: Chef Ron Duprat A native of Haiti, Chef Ron Duprat has quickly become one of the best-known Caribbean-born chefs in the world, most notably as a competitor on season six of Bravo’s Top Chef television series. Duprat, has remained […]
Caribbean Plate: Le Ti Maki in Gosier, Guadeloupe
Above: Le Ti Maki in Gosier (all photos by CJ) GUADELOUPE – It may be in the heart of Gosier in Guadeloupe, but Le Ti Maki’s kitchen extends as far as the Indian Ocean. The eatery, the brainchild of mainland France […]
Recipe For a Caribbean Thanksgiving
By Nigel Spence CJ Contributor MY FIRST experience of Thanksgiving in the United States after migrating from Jamaica as a boy was at my family’s home in Mount Vernon, NY. Not quite familiar with all the particulars of this holiday other than the musings […]
Caribbean Villa With a View: The Shores of Palm Island
You’re never very far from the beach on the private Palm Island resort near Union Island in the Grenadines. But at the Sea Feather Villa, you’re right on the sand. Located on the north side of the private Palm Island, […]
Can the Caribbean Attract Tourists From the BRICS?
Above: Union Island, St Vincent and the Grenadines (CJ Photo) By Alexander Britell MIAMI — The United States, the United Kingdom and Canada remain the primary source markets for Caribbean tourism — but with the global tourism market getting more […]
Caribbean Concierge: Guadeloupe’s La Creole Beach and Spa
Our new Caribbean Concierge feature talks to the people who help make Caribbean travel work. The latest edition talks to Gwladys Martial, the concierge at La Creole Beach and Spa on Grand-Terre in the islands of Guadeloupe. Where are you […]
The 25 Best Caribbean Luxury Resorts
What is luxury? Luxury basically means one or two categories above what you’re used to. Luxury is about full service, full amenities and about having all your needs met — at any time of day. A luxury property has the […]
Couples Barbados Officially Opens
Above: Couples Barbados By the Caribbean Journal staff The new Couples Resort has held its official opening ceremony in Barbados. The 280-room property is located at the former Almond Casuarina Beach Resort. The company concluded its deal to lease the […]
Caribbean Plate: Edith’s Pizza in Bimini
Above: lobster pizza at Edith’s (all photos by CJ) LOBSTER pizza. Yes, it’s a real thing, and once you try it, you’ll never see pizza the same way again. The magic happens in Bimini in the Bahamas, about 50 miles […]
Six Great Art Galleries in Nassau
The Bahamas is doing some fascinating things in the art world. It seems that there’s always a new gallery opening up — you can even find art exhibited in government buildings (through initiatives like the Public Treasury Art Programme). Indeed, […]
The Best Caribbean Hotels For Food
There’s really nothing better than going to the best restaurant on an island, having an unforgettable meal and then just walking a few steps to your hotel room. Some Caribbean hotels have become food destinations in their own right, and […]
Caribbean Plate: Trinidad’s Chaud Creole
Trinidad is the undisputed street food capital of the Caribbean. Doubles. Corn soup. Roti. Bake ‘N Shark. At every corner, there is a new taste, a new flavour, a new experience. For Chef Khalid Mohammed, the challenge is taking Trinidad’s […]
7 Great Caribbean Restaurants in Miami
What’s the capital of the Caribbean? Is it Port of Spain? Is it Kingston? For many, the answer has long been Miami. Miami is a hub of Caribbean culture, thought and food, meaning you can find the world of the […]
Six Great Restaurants in Curacao
Dutch, Indonesian, Danish, French … Curacao is a world of flavours. The Dutch Caribbean island features a diverse range of culinary experiences, from traditional French bistros to funky Latin-fusion outposts. Here are six restaurants to try next time you’re there. […]
JetBlue to Offer Service to Trinidad From New York and Fort Lauderdale
Above: a JetBlue flight By the Caribbean Journal staff JetBlue will be operating twice-daily nonstop service from New York’s JFK International Airport beginning Feb. 24, 2014, the carrier announced Monday. JetBlue will also launch daily service from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International […]