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Barbados Is Getting a New Marriott All-Inclusive With a Rooftop Pool, Swim-Up Rooms, and an Open-Air Art Studio

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The west coast of Barbados has never lacked for high-end resorts. What it hasn’t really had is the kind of energy-forward, design-led property that feels tuned to how younger, adult travelers actually are moving through vacations right now now. The Platinum Coast has long leaned classic and composed. The “Platinum Coast” has always been the […]

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Marriott Is Opening a New St. Regis Resort Near Cancun Next Year

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Marriott is adding a major new luxury resort to the Costa Mujeres coastline with the planned debut of The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort, Cancun, a luxe retreat set north of the city in one of Quintana Roo’s fastest-growing beach destinations. The plan is for the resort to open in the second half of 2026, […]

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The Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau Has a New General Manager

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Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau has named hospitality veteran Shyam Lalu as its new General Manager, bringing more than 15 years of leadership experience across major global brands to one of The Bahamas’ marquee resorts. Lalu, a Southern California native and graduate of the Collins College of Hospitality Management at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, joins […]

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Accor Pushes Back Opening of New Caribbean Resort to Late 2026

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Accor’s planned debut of the Pullman brand in the Caribbean has been delayed, with the Pullman Royal Key Wellness Resort in Guadeloupe now scheduled to open in late 2026. The property, set on the northeastern coast of Grande-Terre in Le Moule, was initially expected to join Accor’s regional portfolio this year. The updated timeline reflects […]


The Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau Has a New General Manager

Hilton’s premium-economy brand has officially arrived in Puerto Rico. Spark by Hilton Ponce is now open, becoming the first Spark anywhere in the Caribbean or Latin America. For travelers who want predictable essentials, modern design, and lower nightly rates than traditional select-service hotels, the debut gives Ponce a new midscale option at a time when […]

New Grand Cayman Hotel Targeting April Debut

A new boutique hotel is reshaping George Town’s skyline this spring. ONE GT, opening in April. 2026, will become Grand Cayman’s first property affiliated with Small Luxury Hotels of the World — and one of the most design-forward additions to the capital in years. The 11-story, 177-room hotel is already drawing attention for its contemporary […]

Aruba Has a Secret Overwater Bungalow Resort With See-Through Plunge Pools, Thatched Roofs, and Outdoor Showers

Aruba is known for long beaches, bright trade winds and a coastline shaped for full days in the sun. But in Savaneta, far from the high-rise corridor, there is a part of the island most visitors never experience — and a resort many don’t realize exists. Aruba Ocean Villas, the island’s only overwater bungalow retreat, […]

This Caribbean Island Has a New Adults-Only Hotel With a Swim-Up Bar — and a Different Kind of Energy 

The newest arrival in the U.S. Virgin Islands is reshaping the energy of Cruz Bay, bringing an adults-only hideaway with a modern edge to one of the Caribbean’s most beloved islands. The Saint Hotel has opened just a short walk from the ferry dock, a rare blend of boutique intimacy and destination-worthy dining in a […]

A New Ritz-Carlton Reserve Just Opened in Mexico With 91 “Sanctuaries” and a 28,000-Square-Foot Spa

Riviera Nayarit has a major new entry in the ultra-luxury space. Siari, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is now open, bringing one of the brand’s most ambitious projects to Mexico’s Pacific coast. The property sits inside Nauka, a private 920-acre enclave positioned between the Sierra Madre foothills and a long stretch of protected shoreline. Designed by Mexico City […]

These Caribbean Resorts Just Dropped Their Best Black Friday Deals

Black Friday is one of the most reliable times of year to book a Caribbean getaway, and 2025 is shaping up to be one of the strongest seasons for resort savings. Across the region, hotels are rolling out limited-time offers that include complimentary nights, steep percentage discounts, added credits and early access to some of […]

These Are the Best Luxury Resorts on the Island of Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico has become one of the Caribbean’s most compelling luxury destinations, and what sets it apart is how deeply the island’s geography, culture, and history shape every high-end stay. Along the coastline, luxury takes many forms — quiet estates tucked into the natural beauty of Dorado Beach, heritage-rich retreats woven into the cobblestone streets […]

This St Maarten Resort Just Completed a Renovation — and Joined Choice Hotels' Ascend Collection

The Atrium Beach Resort and Spa in Simpson Bay has completed a major renovation program that touches guest rooms, pool and public spaces — part of its transition into the Ascend Collection under Choice Hotels. The refresh, carried out over the past nine to 15 months, brings new sleeper sofas, modern kitchen appliances, and sliding-glass […]

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