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Carnival Freedom is Moving to Norfolk

Carnival Cruise Line is bringing one of its most popular ships to Norfolk, Virginia. The Carnival Freedom will reposition from Port Canaveral to Norfolk in May 2027, beginning with a special 15-day Carnival Journeys sailing through the Southern Caribbean. That cruise will call on Aruba, Curacao, Grenada, Barbados, St. Lucia, Antigua, St. Maarten and St. […]

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A New All-Inclusive Yacht Charter Company in the BVI

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 new all-inclusive yacht charter company has opened up operations in the British Virgin Islands.  Dream Caribbean Blue, which is sailing with a fleet of 14 yachts, has set up a new base at the Scrub Island Resort, Spa and Marina.  The base is the 55-slip marina at Srub Island, a short ferry ride fro Tortola.  […]

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From Turks and Caicos to St Martin, the Best New Caribbean Vacation Villas 

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Just after Labor Day, the fantasy returns: travelers begin plotting their Caribbean winter escapes, dreaming of that next unforgettable island vacation.  And for most frequent Caribbean travelers, particularly families, it’s hard to beat a villa vacation, with the combination of space, comfort, privacy and amenities in some of the region’s most sought-after vacations.  And just […]

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BVI’s Bitter End Yacht Club Reopening in October 

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The relaunched Bitter End Yacht Club is reopening for the season in October, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The legendary British Virgin Islands resort, which is back after a large-scale reconstruction project following Hurricane Irma, is reopening for the 2022-2023 season on Oct. 18. The property closed for a two-month hiatus earlier this month.  “We’d once […]


From Turks and Caicos to St Martin, the Best New Caribbean Vacation Villas 

The British Virgin Islands’ Rosewood Little Dix Bay has named a new beverage manager, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The resort has tapped Oreste Catenacci to the role, in which he will be responsible for the beverage program at the property’s three dining concepts and its cocktail bar called The Rum Room (not to be confused […]

British Virgin Islands Makes Slight Change to Travel Protocols 

The British Virgin Islands has announced a slight change to its travel protocols.  Travelers no longer need to register and apply to enter the territory via the BVI Gateway Travel Application Portal, the British Overseas Territory announced.  Travelers also no longer need to show evidence of travel insurance.  The destination’s essential protocols remain unchanged, however, […]

British Virgin Islands Removes Testing Requirements for Travelers

In a major shift, the British Virgin Islands has removed pre-testing requirements for travelers, Caribbean Journal has learned.  That means travelers no longer have to show proof of a negative test to enter the British overseas territory.  Travelers are also no longer required to be screened upon arrival for Covid, according to the latest health […]

How to Take a Caribbean Sailing Vacation Right Now

Sailing through the British Virgin Islands on a chartered catamaran is every bit the fantasy journey it sounds like, but here’s one surprise I got during my time cruising around Tortola, Virgin Gorda, and Jost Van Dyke on a Moorings charter yacht: the trip can actually be pretty affordable as well as remarkably customizable. Design […]

This is the Coolest Hotel in Tortola

There’s a lot that’s great about Cane Garden Bay in Tortola: a beautiful coastline, lively beach bars, a cool historic distillery, and even a bit of nightlife in a destination — the British Virgin Islands — that’s more known for peace and quiet once the sun settles. Sophisticated, however, is not a word often used […]

BVI Set for Return of Spring Regatta 

The British Virgin Islands is set for the return of its popular BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival, the first time the event has been held since the onset of the pandemic.  This year will be the 49th edition fo the event, which blends competitive racing and leisurely cruising.  This year’s Regatta will be held […]

A Tiny New Caribbean Adults-Only Hotel

Virgin Gorda has its share of traditional hotels, luxury resorts, beachside villas, and sailor’s havens, but an adults-only French country inn is definitely a first for the island — and the British Virgin Islands as a whole. The British and French are centuries-long rivals, so perhaps it’s appropriate that this international matchmaking was pulled off […]

The BVI’s Saba Rock Has a New Executive Chef

The Saba Rock resort, which just reopened in the British Virgin Islands following a dramatic reconstruction project, has added a new executive chef, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The property has tapped Venezuelan-born Chef Roberto Guerrero to the role, in which he will hold oversight and execution of all of the resorts culinary offerings.  He comes […]