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Barbuda’s Remarkable Birds

A one-of-a-kind sanctuary By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor It’s a couple of weeks after the holidays and at first sight, the mangrove appears to be festooned with scarlet Christmas tree balls. But as our boat inches closer, I realize […]

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Why This Antigua All-Inclusive Is the Ultimate Toes-in-the-Sand Resort 

You know the sounds: the gentle lap of the waves, the light shake of a palm tree; the rustle of a palapa. We all feel that connection to the beach. We’re all drawn by its siren sound, that maritime metronome that […]

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5 Adults-Only Resorts to Visit Right Now in the Caribbean 

Sometimes you just want that extra degree of serenity, of privacy, of seclusion. There is a reason, after all, that adults-only resorts are booming in popularity, particularly in the Caribbean: travelers want to know that when they arrive, they know […]

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The 10 Best Things to Do and See in Cancun, Mexico

There was a time in the mid-90’s where MTV and rowdy college drinkers neglected Cancun’s vast amount of attractions and opted to party the night away and sleep, well, until housekeeping arrived That is no longer the case. A hurricane […]

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The Caribbean’s Most Sustainable Hotel Is In The Bahamas  

From the moment you walk into the lobby, The Retreat seems just like a typical tropical hotel you might find anywhere in the Caribbean.  The 15 guest rooms are modern and clean; the restaurant has blackened mahi-mahi and flatbreads and […]

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In Aruba, the Beach, the Palms and the Perfect Caribbean Boutique Hotel 

“It’s like Narnia once you come through the gates,” Trisha tells me.  And she’s right.  The moment you walk through the gates and past the sparkling lobby at the Boardwalk Boutique Hotel in Aruba, it’s as if you’re manuevered into […]

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From Belize to Saint Lucia, the Best Caribbean Eco-Resorts

Some of us dream of sleeping on beaches; others fantasize about being cocooned by lush jungle, with the sounds of the night forest a lullaby. If your vacation desires are colored green as well as blue, consider a getaway to […]

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The Caribbean’s Hottest New Adults-Only Resort Is in Antigua 

You’re on your balcony peering out at the serene beauty of a national park. There’s blue water and green hills as far as you can see; the only sounds are tropical birds and swaying palm trees.  A short stroll away, you can […]

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At Antigua’s Galley Bay, a Different Kind of All-Inclusive Resort

There are all-inclusive resorts, and then there are all-inclusive resorts. Stay at the latter, and you’ll find a sanctuary, a rarefied, charming, unforgettable place to vacation.  That’s the essence of Galley Bay, the legendary resort in Antigua where adults-only travel […]

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The Best Things to See, Do (and Eat) on Grand Bahama Island

It’s as complete a destination as you’ll find in the Caribbean: large resorts, blindingly white-sand beaches, spectacular eco-attractions and a vibrant dining scene (including the popular Grand Bahama Island Restaurant Month). But Grand Bahama still flies under the radar. That’s despite […]

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From Aruba to Punta Cana, Relaxing Hotels for a Stress-Free Caribbean Vacation 

“Experiential travel” is one of the biggest buzz words in the industry right now, as more and more travelers look to get out beyond their hotel rooms, explore their destinations and immerse themselves in local destinations. We’ve always advocated for […]

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Small Caribbean Hotel of the Week: An Eco-Escape in Saint Lucia 

It’s the late evening and the symphony starts: the breezy shaking of palm trees, the spirited calls of birds; the rhythmic solos of tree frogs.  You’re in the middle of the rainforest, with just four walls separating you and the […]

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Caribbean Moment: Finding All-Inclusive Serenity in Antigua 

It’s just you and the water and the sound of serenity.  This is one of the balconies in the new-look waterfront suites at Antigua’s fantastic Verandah Resort, a property that takes Caribbean relaxation to another level.  Perched here, above the […]

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How to Move to Antigua and Barbuda, Explained

By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on Caribbean hotel, real estate and tourism business news. Join to access this and other great features, including our biweekly newsletter. Subscribe to […]

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The Rose Hall Villas, the Ultimate Group Destination in Jamaica 

Dexton’s grilled cheese is in high demand.  It’s the third day of a six-night trip at the Rose Hall Villas at Jamaica’s Half Moon resort, and everyone in this party of 8 is obsessed with the perfectly-grilled, golden-brown, crispy sandwiches.  […]

The Best Hotels in Port Antonio, Jamaica

Travelers who want to enjoy the legendary north shore beaches of Jamaica but avoid the big tourist districts of Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, and Negril have long known to detour east to the small resorts in Port Antonio, a coastal […]

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St Kitts, the Caribbean’s Secret Hiking Destination 

Maybe you know it for its endless tranquility, its charming inns, or the tapestry of its history.  But there’s another side to St Kitts, and it begins at the foothills of a dormant volcano.  This is Mount Liamguia, the 3,800-foot […]

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A New Tourism Push for the Island of Barbuda

Barbuda, the smaller and lesser-known sister island to Antigua, took the spotlight this week as the first-ever tourism promotion campaign featuring the island officially launched.   In an effort to draw mainstream attention to an island virtually untouched by tourism, […]

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These Caribbean Hotels Aren’t on the Beach. And That’s the Point.

It’s morning and the only things you hear are chirping birds and waving palms; there’s some blue in the distance, but up here it’s the green that matters. The beach is a long walk or a shuttle ride away, but […]

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11 Must-Visit Adults-Only Hotels in the Caribbean

It seems like a new all-inclusive resort pops up every week in the Caribbean, and it’s true that the vast majority of adults-only resorts in the islands follow a pay-one-price model for rooms, activities, and dining. But it’s not a […]

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Chef Nigel Spence’s Recipe for a No-Fail Holiday Turkey

Rather than bore you with only the latest recipe for this year’s turkey, I will simply pull back the curtains and guide you with all the tips and tricks that I have used over the years in the restaurant to […]

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8 St Kitts and Nevis Hotels You Can Stay at Right Now

St. Kitts and Nevis has evolved over the past decade or so into a multifaceted destination for both cruise stops and longer-term stays, with globally recognized attractions like the UNESCO-recognized Brimstone Hill fortress and the St. Kitts Scenic Railway, operating […]

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Why OLEA is the Cayman Islands’ Hottest Real Estate

The waterfront town of Camana Bay, located just across from Seven Mile Beach, has long been a vibrant destination in Grand Cayman.  And now it’s home to one of the Cayman Islands’ newest and arguably hottest real estate offerings, too.  It’s called […]

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A Great Little Bed and Breakfast in St Croix

Business travelers are more likely than vacationers to stay “in town” on most Caribbean islands. But if you’re looking for a different travel experience than the usual resort stay, there are few better destinations than downtown Christiansted, St Croix. With […]

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A Caribbean Music Playlist That Will Take You to the Beach

Next to smell, there’s nothing like music to spark memories. So while we can’t bring you the fragrance of Frangipani (or even suntan lotion), these 15 songs capture the memory of times spent relaxing on Caribbean beaches, drinking rum drinks […]

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How This Belize Hotel Is Rethinking the “Virtual” Vacation

More and more hotels and destinations are looking to take their offerings virtual right now, with the current climate leading to a surge in “digital vacations.” The latest to launch one is the legendary Lodge at Chaa Creek in Belize, […]

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The 7 Best Beach Resorts in Belize

Belize has many eco-resorts in its unspoiled rainforests — Chaa Creek and the Ka’Ana Resort, to name a couple of outstanding examples — but this Central American nation also has hundreds of miles of Caribbean coastline on its eastern border, […]

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Dominica’s Rosalie Bay Eco-Hotel Is Back

One of the Caribbean’s most beloved eco-hotels has completed its comeback from Hurricane Maria.  Dominica’s Rosalie Bay, set on the island’s raw, spectacularly beautiful Atlantic coast, officially reopened its doors this month.  “We’re coming back, stronger than ever after a […]

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