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One of the Caribbean’s Coolest Beach Bars Is On an Uncrowded Beach in Antigua With Endless Breezes, Swinging Chairs, and Perfect Surf 

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The sign on the side of the road got me. It was black, and hand-painted.  “Bar on the Beach.”  That’s not a sign I can easily refuse.  And, unsurprisingly, I was quickly rewarded, here on one of the most intriguingly-named beaches in the Caribbean.   For starters, it’s cool here. No, the mercury reads somewhere […]

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Antigua and Barbuda Is Readying to Host the Caribbean’s Biggest Travel Conference 

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The Caribbean’s biggest travel conference is coming to Antigua and Barbuda this spring: the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace, which is holding its 43rd annual edition in the destination.  The event brings together tourism suppliers with wholesalers from around the world for two days of business meetings.  It also puts the spotlight […]

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Marc Anthony and sbe Are Opening Their New Hotel Brand on This Caribbean Island 

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It’s a Caribbean island known for its iconic hotels, places like Galley Bay, Hammock Cove, Curtain Bluff and Jumby Bay Island, just to name a few. And now a pair of big names are coming to one of Antigua’s top boutique properties, including music superstar Marc Anthony.  It’s called HQ Hotels and Residences by sbe, […]

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In Antigua, a New Push to Study Caribbean Whales — By Listening to Them 

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They’re the biggest — and some of the most essential — creatures in the Caribbean ecosystem: whales, including the humpbacks, sperm whales and pilot whales that frequent the region’s waters.  Many whales migrate annually to mate and give birth, while playing an important role in the ecosystem — from facilitating nutrient cycling to supporting the […]


Marc Anthony and sbe Are Opening Their New Hotel Brand on This Caribbean Island 

An infinity pool with a view of Antigua’s iconic Hawksbill Rock. Classic 1960s looks. Outdoor showers. Four different white sand beaches. A true boutique feel.  The legendary Hawskbill resort in Antigua is back, and it’s got a totally new look following a significant upgrade to the whole property, one that covered everything from new decks […]

The Best Caribbean Beaches for 2025, From Remote Corners of The Bahamas to Snorkeling Spots in Aruba

We’ve been ranking the best beaches in the Caribbean for more than a decade, in large part because we know how essential beaches are to the Caribbean travel experience (and we’ve visited more Caribbean beaches than any other publication on the planet.) Because no matter what the purpose of your trip to the Caribbean, a […]

The Caribbean Island Where Travelers Are Flocking for Pickleball  

It’s the fastest-growing sport in the world: Pickleball, the paddle sport that is popping up everywhere and winning new fans in the process. That’s led to surging demand for pickleball courts at hotels and resorts.  But if you’re looking for a pickleball vacation, there’s one island in the Caribbean that’s become arguably the top pickleball hotspot […]

One of Antigua’s Hottest Eateries Just Reopened in a New Spot

One of Antigua’s hottest tables has officially reopened in a new location, Caribbean Journal has learned.  Rokuni, the Asian-inspired eatery that’s been one of the island’s top culinary destinations since it first opened in 2021, has debuted its new location at the Sugar Ridge resort.  The resort includes a private Rainforest Room, a Zen Room, […]

The 25 Best Best Beach Bars in the Caribbean for 2025, From Aruba to St Barth to Eleuthera  

You can find the perfect island. You can book the perfect hotel. But your vacation hasn’t really begun until you pull up to your chair with an ice-cold cocktail at the perfect Caribbean beach bar. For all of the wonders and charms of this region, nothing manages to so easily access the hearts of travelers […]

The 25 Best Caribbean Islands to Travel to in 2025, From Foodie-Favorite Fishing Villages to Culture-Rich Cities

The Caribbean is evolving, just as its visitors are evolving. For every visitor looking to savor the region’s natural beauty, there’s another seeking out authentic cultural experiences, musical odysseys or wellness journeys.  Then there are the hotels: the region’s accommodations have never been better or more different, whether it’s the continued growth of all-inclusive resorts […]

The Cool List: The Caribbean’s Coolest Places to Stay in 2025, From Adventure Resorts to Historic Inns 

It was one of the first major guides we at Caribbean Journal ever put together: The Cool List, whose first edition was back in 2013 and which remains an unrivaled curation of unique, character-filled, personality-driven, artful hotels around the Caribbean. Every year, it’s a bit different, with one unifying theme: The Cool List is all […]

Antigua and Barbuda’s Airport Just set a Record 

Antigua and Barbuda has been one of the Caribbean’s fastest-growing destinations this year, and that now includes an all-time record.  Last Saturday, the destination’s VC Bird International Airport welcomed a total of 51 flights, including 13 international flights, three private charters and 35 flights from within the Caribbean — a record-breaking total for a single day […]

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