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Curacao Tourism Keeps Up Growth
Curacao’s efforts to recoup its pre-pandemic tourism production are headed in the “right direction,” according to the Curacao Hotel and Tourism Association. Last month, the Dutch Caribbean destination reported 35,451 stay over visitors, about 69 percent of which came from …
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Travelers No Longer Need a Test to Visit Curaçao
The Dutch Caribbean island of Curaçao has become the first destination in the Caribbean to completely waive testing requirements for visitors. The island’s new rules, which took effect March 10, mean no Covid testing at all is required before traveling …
The Cayman Islands Is Now Open to Vaccinated Travelers
In what is easily the most highly anticipated tourism reopening of 2021, the Cayman Islands is finally open for tourism again. Cayman officially reopened to “verified vaccinated travelers” this week, following the lifting of quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated travelers. …
American Airlines Is Relaunching Flights to This Caribbean Destination
The world’s largest airline is relaunching another destination in the Caribbean: the French Caribbean island of Martinique, Caribbean Journal has learned. On Nov. 6, the carrier will resume its nonstop service between Miami International Airport and Fort-de-France’s Aime Cesaire International …
The Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart Has a New Love Letter to The Bahamas
Dave Stewart, the artist from the Eurythmics, has long been a fan of The Bahamas — and is now in fact a resident of Harbour Island. And now the Grammy Award-winning artist has released a new song that’s an ode to …
Grenada to Require All Travelers to Be Fully Vaccinated
Grenada has announced several updates to its travel protocols, including a requirement that all travelers be fully vaccinated. The new rules, which take effect July 31, means travelers should have received their second dose of a two-dose vaccine or first …
The Anguilla Tourist Board Has a New CMO
The Anguilla Tourist Board has announced the appointment of a new chief marketing officer. The ATB has tapped Georgios Tserdakidis to the role, which was announced by Anguilla Tourist Board Chairman Kenroy Herbert. Tserdakidis most recently held key positions at …
Vaccinated Travelers Can Now Explore Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia has updated its travel protocols, with expanded on-island access for vaccinated travelers. The country’s government has revealed new regulations that mean “vaccinated travelers can enjoy more opportunities to experience the entire island,” according to a statement. That means …
The Newest Resort in St Maarten Is Now Open
The most anticipated new resort in St Maarten in years has opened its doors, Caribbean Journal has learned. The Morgan Resort, set in the heart of Simpson Bay, is a major new resort for the destination. The hotel officially opened …
A New $1 Billion Caribbean Destination
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A Major New Beach Destination in The Bahamas
There’s a new beach hotspot in The Bahamas. It’s the new Private Beach at Resorts World Bimini, the resort and casino destination on the island of Bimini. The 4.5-acre private beach is the first of its kind in the country, …
Puerto Rico to Fine Travelers Who Arrive Without a Test
Puerto Rico will soon fine travelers who arrive without a negative PCR test, Discover Puerto Rico announced this week. Beginning April 28, Puerto Rico will impose a $300 fine on all travelers who arrive without a negative PCR test; they’ll …
Grenada’s New Tourism Push Is All About Authentic Storytelling
Grenada has been open for tourism since last summer, and now the island’s making a new push to draw travelers — with a focus on authenticity. It’s called Grenada Rocks, and the new campaign looks to highlight the island’s rich …
Grenada to Host Arc+ Sailing Rally
Grenada is set to play host to one of the world’s leading sailing rallies this year. The island has partnered with the World Cruising Club to host the ninth annual ARC+ rally, which will see sailors making a transatlantic crossing …
Bahamas Kicks Off Virtual Romance Expo
The Bahamas is set to gather more than 1,300 attendees for the next phase of its virtual romance expo, “From The Bahamas With Love.” This year’s edition of the country’s annual romance expo has gone virtual, with the next event …
The 10 Best Things to Do in St Croix Right Now
St. Croix packs an abundance of attractions in its 84 square miles — in fact, acre for acre I’d put this U.S. Virgin Island up against any Caribbean destination for its diverse, interesting, and quirky activities. Here are 10 of …