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Margaritaville Just Launched a Loyalty Program
Margaritaville has launched its first-ever loyalty program, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new Margaritaville Perks is unique in that it has no points, levels to reach or waits for qualification. The company says Perks of”offers guests simple and immediate perks, …
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Statia Eases Entry Rules for Travelers
The Dutch Caribbean island of Statia has eased its entry rules for travelers, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new policy, which went into effect on Feb. 1, mandates a negative PCR test within 48 hours before departure to Statia. The …
Turks and Caicos Just Updated Its Entry Rules for Travelers
Turks and Caicos has announced an update to its entry protocols for travelers as of February 2022, Caribbean Journal has learned. The destination is now requiring all visitors two years and older to show proof of a negative PCR or …
Delta to Relaunch Atlanta-Abaco Flights
Delta Air Lines is relaunching its nonstop route from Atlanta to Abaco in The Bahamas, Caribbean Journal has learned. The flights will run into Leonard M. Thompson International Airport in Marsh Harbour, Great Abaco. The route, which restarts June 6, 2022, …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Maho Beach in St Maarten
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Steve Roth, who sent in this lovely shot of Maho Beach on the island of St Maarten. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with …
JetBlue Is Adding More Nassau Flights
JetBlue is ramping up its service to Nassau, The Bahamas this spring, Caribbean Journal has learned. On April 2, JetBlue is increasing its flights between Orlando and Nassau. That will mean a jump from five flights per week to eight …
Bonaire Just Updated Its Testing Protocols for Visitors
The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire has announced an update to its entry travel protocols, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new rules, which just went into effect on Jan. 16, mean fully vaccinated visitors can travel to Bonaire with either …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Runaway Bay Beach, Antigua
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Joyce Leveque, who sent in this sparkling shot of Runaway Beach in Antigua. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the subject …
Margaritaville to Launch Bahamas Cruises in April
The new Margaritaville at Sea cruise line is planning to launch in April, Caribbean Journal has learned. The cruise line, the product of Margaritaville’s acquisition of the former Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, will launch its first sailings to Grand Bahama …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Bloody Bay, Negril, Jamaica
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Eric David, who sent in this lovely shot of Bloody Bay in Negril, Jamaica. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the …
The St Kitts Tourism Authority Has a New CEO
The St Kitts Tourism Authority has a new chief executive officer, Caribbean Journal has learned. The tourism board has tapped Ellison “Tommy” Thompson to the role, succeeding longtime CEO Racquel Brown, who helped lead the destination to record levels of …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Ffryes Beach, Antigua
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Waverly Barnes, who sent in this lovely shot of Ffryes Beach on the island of Antigua. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sun and Sand in St Maarten
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Jenni Bergen, who sent in this lovely shot of sun and sand on Simpson Bay Beach in St Maarten. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to …
Bonaire Just Updated Its Entry Requirements for Travelers
The Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire has announced changes to its entry requirements for travelers, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new rules, which take effect Dec. 22, mean travelers need to show proof of a negative PCR test result taken …
Caribbean Photo of the Week: The Colors of Sunset in St Thomas
The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Bob Fassola, who sent in this spectacular shot at sunset in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW …
Caribbean Airlines Is Adding More Barbados Flights
Caribbean Airlines is adding more flights from its hub at Trinidad and Tobago’s Piarco International Airport to Barbados, Caribbean Journal has learned. The expansion will take effect on Dec. 17, the company confirmed. The Port-of-Spain-based carrier is increasing its service …