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Jamaica’s Jakes Hotel Is Reopening in December

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Jake’s in Treasure Beach is entering a new stage of its comeback after weathering two hurricanes in the span of a year, having already completed a major restoration following last year’s Hurricane Beryl. The property has begun a phased return, with one of its most beloved anchors already back in operation: Jack Sprat, the iconic […]

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E-Finity Caribbean Green Awards 2025: Celebrating Sustainability in the Region

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Another chapter in Caribbean sustainability begins this year with the official launch of the E‑Finity Caribbean Green Awards, a landmark regional initiative honoring the people, projects and places leading the way in sustainable tourism and environmental innovation, presented by the region’s leading clean energy company. Created to spotlight the region’s most forward-thinking green initiatives, the […]

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Winair’s Cargo Business Just Entered a New Phase

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In a major step forward for Caribbean logistics, Winair has entered into a landmark cargo partnership with global airfreight leader World Cargo Solutions. Effective Sept. 1, WCS rolled out Total Cargo Management (TCM) services across Winair’s regional network, taking charge of the carrier’s entire cargo business. The agreement is set to transform the way goods […]

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"The Caribbean Region has Rebounded Magnificently — But There Is No Room for Complacency"

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Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett, has cautioned the region’s travel leaders that despite a strong recovery from the pandemic, the Caribbean cannot afford to rest on its laurels. “The Caribbean region has rebounded magnificently from the setbacks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors, such as natural disasters, but there is no room […]


Winair’s Cargo Business Just Entered a New Phase

The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Billy Kaderli, who took this lovely shot of Hamilton Beach on the island of Nevis. 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 of the photo. […]

One of the Caribbean’s Best Snorkeling Beaches Is a Cliffside Gem in Bonaire

The limestone cliffs glow golden in the afternoon sun. From the roadside pull-off, you look down and see the water — impossibly clear, bright turquoise blending into deep cobalt. Below, a narrow ribbon of beach waits at the base of the cliff. The only thing between you and that little slice of paradise is the […]

Antigua’s Jolly Beach Resort Has Two Pools, the Island’s Longest Bar, and the Caribbean’s Best All-Inclusive Value 

Wake up to the sound of the sea. Step outside and the sand is already beneath your feet. Wander down to the buffet for breakfast, head straight for the beach, and let the day unfold however you want. Maybe it’s a swim before lunch at the grill. Maybe it’s a cocktail at the swim-up bar, […]

Southwest Is Getting Into the Vacation Business With Getaways by Southwest — Including in the Caribbean

Southwest Airlines is moving deeper into the vacation business with the launch of its new in-house packaged vacations product, Getaways by Southwest. The program, now available to customers, brings together air, hotel, car, and ground transportation options into a single bundled booking — extending Southwest’s hallmark flexibility to full vacation packages. “Getaways by Southwest expands […]

What is Rhum Agricole? The Ultimate Guide to the French Caribbean Spirit

If you’ve ever wondered about the vibrant, grassy, and uniquely expressive spirit from the French Caribbean, you’ve come to the right place. Rhum, or more specifically Rhum Agricole, is more than just a drink; it’s a direct expression of the land, or terroir, from which it comes. So, what is it that truly sets it […]

Are Caribbean Hotels Getting an End-of-Summer Boost? 

On its face, it was another month of occupancy decline. But digging deeper, it may have been a sign of growing momentum for the Caribbean hotel sector.  In July, hotel occupancy in the region was around 65.5 percent — a 0.1 percent reduction compared to July 2024. It was the fifth consecutive month of decline […]

A New $1.3 Billion Hotel Project Is Coming to This Caribbean Island

It’s the biggest new hotel project in the Caribbean.  A huge new $1.3 billion development is coming to the Eastern Caribbean, with work already underway, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned.  Saint Lucia is now home to the Caribbean’s newest and largest hotel development, with the USD 1.3 billion A’ila Resorts project moving forward at Mount […]

This Caribbean Festival Has Rare Rhum Agricole, Luxury Villas, and Sunset Parties

The Caribbean’s most spirited celebration is returning to St Barth this fall — and it’s already shaping up to be bigger than ever. The eighth annual edition of the Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth brings together the world’s best rums, Michelin-starred chefs, and some of the Caribbean’s most breathtaking settings for a week of tastings, […]