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St Maarten Is Now Open to American Travelers

On Aug. 1 St Maarten officially reopened its borders to travelers from the United States, following a July relaunch to Canadian and European tourists and private aviation. It should be noted that only St Maarten, the Dutch side of the …

5 Adults-Only All Inclusive Resorts to Visit Right Now

Many resorts in the Caribbean are perfect for travelers of all ages, whether you’re looking for a family getaway or a romantic escape. But certain resorts are tailor made for the latter, with the perfect combination of comfort, seclusion and, …

8 Ways to Save on an Aruba Vacation Right Now

By the Caribbean Journal staff Right now, it’s the beach capital of the Caribbean, and the Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba is easier to reach than ever, thanks to a host of new deals at resort properties across the island. …

Regent Seven Seas to Launch New Ship in 2020

By the Caribbean Journal staff Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas is planning to launch a new ship. The company, which specializes in luxury all inclusive cruises, will launch Seven Seas Splendor in 2020, the company announced this week. Seven …

Apple Leisure Group’s AMResorts Expanding to St Lucia

By the Caribbean Journal staff Apple Leisure Group subsidiary AMResorts, the Caribbean’s fastest-growing hotel company, is expanding again with a pair of new resorts in St Lucia. AMResorts will manage two new luxury all inclusive resorts in what will be …

Excellence Punta Cana Reopens After $45 Million Renovation

By the Caribbean Journal staff The Excellence Punta Cana resort has reopened its doors after the completion of a four month, $45 million renovation project. The all inclusive has completed renovated food and beverage offerings, an upgraded club lounge, a …

Palace Resorts Planning Punta Cana Expansion

By the Caribbean Journal staff Palace Resorts is expanding with another new resort project in the Caribbean. The company has announced plans to open a new Punta Cana all inclusive in the Dominican Republic. The move was first announced by …

Hideaway at Royalton Punta Cana Opening Next Week

By the Caribbean Journal staff The new Hideaway at Royalton Punta Cana is slated to open Nov. 1 in the Dominican Republic’s tourism hub. The newest Punta Cana all inclusive will have a total of 168 suites and will be …

How to Save Big on an Antigua Vacation Right Now

By the Caribbean Journal staff The island of Antigua is ready to welcome visitors again after bouncing back quickly from Hurricane Irma, the destination’s tourist board said this week. Hotels and resorts are back open, restaurants are buzzing and the …

Grenada’s Spice Island Beach Resort Reopens

By the Caribbean Journal staff Grenada’s venerable Spice Island Beach Resort reopens Sept. 29 following several enhancement projects, the property announced. The upgrades came during Spice Island’s annual off-season closure. The changes are highlighted by the addition of a new …

Azamara Is Expanding Its Fleet

By the Caribbean Journal staff Royal Caribbean subsidiary Azamara Club Cruises has announced plans to expand its fleet of ships offering all inclusive cruises. Azamara has entered into an agreement to purchase a sister ship to Azamara Journey and Azamara …

Jewel Grande, a Major New All Inclusive Resort in Jamaica

By Alexander Britell A game-changing resort has opened its doors in Jamaica. Set on a private cove in the heart of Montego Bay, the beautiful Jewel Grande Montego Bay Resort & Spa officially debuted this week as a new kind …

Delta Vacations’ Caribbean Plans

By Guy Britton ATLANTA — The Caribbean was well represented at one of the longest running and largest travel agent educational events of the year last week: Delta Vacations University, which took place at the Georgia International Convention Center and showcased …

The Five Best Resorts in the Grenadines

By Sarah Greaves-GabbadonCJ Travel Editor If you really want to get off the grid, consider the Grenadines, an archipelago of 32 compact islands governed by both St. Vincent and Grenada. Afloat in a sapphire sea, they’re a huge draw for …

Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun Completes Renovation

Cancun’s Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun resort has completed a multimillion-dollar renovation project, parent company La Coleccion announced this week. The remodel to the Cancun all inclusive property included upgrades to more than 500 rooms and suites, including redesigned bathrooms, hurricane-shock-proof …

5 Punta Cana Resorts to Visit Right Now

Punta Cana resorts welcome more than two million North American visitors each year, making the area the most popular single vacation destination in the Caribbean – and with good reason. The Dominican Republic resort town seduces with broad white-sands bordered …