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Dominica Tourism Is Surging, as the Nature Island Becomes a Full-Fledged Hotspot

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Dominica is emerging as one of the Caribbean’s stronger tourism growth stories this year, powered by improved airlift and a hotel sector that continues to attract high-end travelers. According to new data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization, Dominica recorded 68,822 stayover visitors between Jan. and Sept., an increase of 13.3 percent compared to the same period last year. New Flights […]

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Atlantis Paradise Island Has a New Food Festival 

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Some of the world’s most renowned chefs are coming to Atlantis Paradise Island in March.  The new Taste of Paradise Food & Wine Festival is a new culinary event running from March 2 March 13, gathering a host of celebrity chefs at the Bahamas resort.  The lineup includes Nobu Matsuhisa; Michael White; Todd English and […]

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At This Bahamas Resort, Nine Days of Christmas

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One of The Bahamas’ most beloved hotels is planning a major celebration of Christmas this year.  It’s called Nine Days of Comfort Suites Christmas, and it’s a series of holiday events beginning Dec. 24 and running through the first of the year at the Comfort Suites Paradise Island resort.  The program will range from nightly […]

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Atlantis Paradise Island Is Back — And It’s Still the Ultimate Family Resort

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“Good job, Bahamas.” We’re at Dolphin Cay, the marine habitat at Atlantis Paradise Island, and my four-year-old daughter is convinced that a young dolphin named Nehama is, in fact, named Bahamas.  Nehama is part of a group of dolphins and other marine mammals that live at Dolphin Cay, which began as a refuge for dolphins […]


At This Bahamas Resort, Nine Days of Christmas

Long one of the best-kept secrets in The Bahamas, the Comfort Suites Paradise Island hotel has hit a major milestone — its 30th year in operation.  The hotel celebrated its 30-year anniversary this week on Paradise Island “When we opened our doors in 1991 we envisioned becoming a landmark in the inventory of Paradise Island […]

Bahamas Hotels Expand Testing Capacity

More and more hotels across The Bahamas are now providing on-site testing for travelers, Caribbean Journal has learned. That includes properties across Nassau Paradise Island, Grand Bahama and the Out Islands, according to Bahamas tourism officials. In Nassau and Paradise Island, properties like the Baha Mar, Atlantis Paradise Island and the Ocean Club are among […]

The Bahamas’ Comfort Suites Paradise Island Adds On-Site Testing

The Comfort Suites Paradise Island resort in The Bahamas has added an on-site testing program, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Paradise Island resort has launched a new free, rapid Antigen testing program for all international registered guests.  Advanced reservations are required, however, as limited inventory is available, the property said.  The move helps travelers comply […]

Bahamas Tourism Gaining Momentum

Tourism in The Bahamas is gaining momentum, with the return of major hotels and a host of additional flights.  Indeed, the country’s Ministry of Tourism said there was “great optimism in that the islands will see a return to record-breaking visitor numbers once it is safe for all to travel freely again.” Last month, The […]

The Cove at Atlantis to Reopen in The Bahamas in February

The Cove at Atlantis, the most luxurious hotel within the Atlantis Paradise Island portfolio, is planning to relaunch in February, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Cove will be reopening to guests on Feb. 11, 2021.  The property, set between two beaches on Paradise Island, has a total of 600 suites, all with balconies and floor-to-ceiling […]

Bahamas Mourns Atlantis Founder

The Bahamas and the wider Caribbean region are mourning the passing of hospitality giant Sol Kerzner.  Kerner, a native of South Africa, was the founder and CEO of Kerzner International, which first developed the iconic Atlantis Paradise Island resort in The Bahamas.  In a statement, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation said Kerzner “brought […]

The Bahamas’ Atlantis Resort Is Reopening in July

The Atlantis megaresort in The Bahamas is planning to reopen its doors on July 7, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The prominent Bahamas has targeted a reopening date of July 7, less than a week after The Bahamas officially reopens for tourism at the beginning of July.  The Atlantis Paradise Island resort will be launching a […]

Another Big Renovation Underway at Atlantis

Atlantis Paradise Island is in the midst of another major renovation project, this time to the property’s signature hotel, The Royal.  The upgrades to the property initially include The Royal’s East Tower, which will be completed by the end of this year.  Enhancements to The Royal’s West Tower will conclude next year, according to a […]