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Caribbean Photo of the Week: On the Rocks in Bathsehba, Barbados

 Bathsheba, Barbados.

The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Samantha Jagdeo, who sent in this lovely shot of the famous rock on the beach in Bathsheba, Barbados. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the subject line, including your first and last name and the location […]

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AMResorts Adding Another Hotel in Mexico

Another new property as expansion continues By the Caribbean Journal staff AMResorts’ regional expansion continues. The company announced plans to open a Sunscape Resort and Spa in Puerto Vallarta in December. That would be the company’s fourth property in the destination and the 13th new resort it has announced in 2015. “Expanding the Sunscape brand […]

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Crystal Cruises’ Newest Partner

ETRO comes to Crystal By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Crystal Cruises is partnering with ETRO Spa products to provide guests with a variety of exclusive amenities and treatments, both in their own staterooms and penthouses and in the Crystal Spa and Salon. In their own rooms, guests will be treated to luxury ETRO products such […]

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San Juan’s La Concha Resort Names New General Manager

Condado mainstay names new top official By Dana Niland CJ Contributor La Concha Resort in San Juan’s Condado district has appointed Alain Tiphaine as its new General Manager. In this new role, he will be responsible for all hotel operations, including the management and recruitment of employees, marketing and promotion, and budgeting, the property said. […]

Crystal Cruises’ Newest Partner

 The Cove, Eleuthera changes hands By Dana Niland CJ Contributor One of the Bahamas’ leading resorts has been sold. The Cove, a beachfront property on the island of Eleuthera, recently was acquired by the Enchantment Group. “Eleuthera offers the appeal of a somewhat under-the-radar island with a magnificent shoreline, peaceful beaches, and crystal-clear water,” said […]

Troon to Manage Aruba Golf Course

 A new manager for Tierra del Sol By the Caribbean Journal staff Aruba’s Tierra del Sol Resort and Golf has tapped global golf giant Troon to manage its golf operations, the company announced. Troon has announced the return of Oliver Riding as director of golf operations at the property as part of the change. “Troon […]

The Caribbean's First Airplane Pizza Delivery Service

 Pizza by air By the Caribbean Journal staff It’s the Caribbean’s most unique delivery service. Caribbean carrier WINAIR has launched what it almost certainly the Caribbean’s first-ever airplane pizza delivery. The company has partnered with Domino’s to deliver pizza to residents on the islands of both Saba and St Eustatius. Pizza seekers can call Domino’s […]

Jamaica Has Big Plans for Animation Industry

 Hopes for the sector By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Jamaica is developing a national policy framework in order to advance in the lucrative animation industry. State Minister for Science, Technology, Energy, and Mining, Julian Robinson, announced the plan at a recent certification ceremony honoring 21 animation specialists for their completion of a four-week training program […]

American Airlines Launching Charlotte-Curacao Flights

 New service to the Dutch Caribbean By the Caribbean Journal staff American Airlines is launching weekly service from Charlotte to Curacao. The flights will run every Saturday, complementing existing service from Charlotte on Insel Air. The new AA service will launch Dec. 19, 2015, according to a release. American already operates flights from Miami to […]

AMResorts Planning to Open Three More Caribbean Resorts

 A major Caribbean hotel expansion By the Caribbean Journal staff AMResorts is having a big 2015. The company announced that it would be adding three more all-inclusive Caribbean resorts to its development pipeline: Breathless Montego Bay Resort and Spa, Breathless Playa del Carmen Resort and Spa and Dreams Villas Playa del Carmen. The company has […]

New Luxury Hotel Coming to Puerto Rico

 A New luxury brand on the island By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Costa Rican luxury hotel company Nayara has launched construction on its newest location in Puerto Rico’s Toro Verde mountain country. The Tourism Company of Puerto Rico (PRTC) is estimating that it will directly lead to the creation of 100  jobs during the construction and […]

This Caribbean Hotel Has a Hurricane Protection Guarantee

 The program relaunches By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Holiday Inn Resort Montego Bay has announced the re-launch of its annual Hurricane Guarantee. The program at the all-inclusive hotel provides consumer purchase protection in two forms during the Atlantic hurricane season. Pre-vacation protection will offer guests holding confirmed reservations with nonrefundable deposits the opportunity to rebook […]