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Karisma to Reopen Caribbean, Mexico Resorts
Dominican Republic to Reopen for Tourism July 1
The entire country of the Dominican Republic will open up for international tourism beginning July 1, according to Lucien Echavarria, director at the Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic. In an exclusive interview with Caribbean Journal, Echavarria said about …
All-Inclusive Margaritaville Resort to Open Near Cancun
The newest Margaritaville resort in the wider Caribbean is set to make its official debut in July, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Cancun, the product of a partnership between Margaritaville and Karisma Hotels and Resorts, …
Spirit Airlines Is Relaunching Flights to the Caribbean
Spirit Airlines is planning a major relaunch of its flight service to the Caribbean over the next two months, Caribbean Journal has learned. The low-cost carrier is planning a roll-out of relaunched routes in June and July, kicking off as …
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A $175 Million Hyatt Ziva Project Is Underway in Barbados
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Two Punta Cana Resorts “Exchange” Brands
AMResorts has “exchanged” brands at a pair of resorts in Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. The company said the Now Larimar Punta Cana will reopen as the adults-only Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana. What was the Secrets Royal Beach …
Punta Cana Is Getting a New Radisson Blu Resort
The Radisson Blu resort brand is coming to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of what will be the new Radisson Blu Resort and Residences Punta Cana, slated to open its doors in …
Serenade Punta Cana Focusing on Travel Advisors Ahead of September Debut
The Serenade Punta Cana Beach, Spa and Casino Resort, which is planning to open in September, is putting its focus on travel advisors. The Dominican Republic property has launched a new program for travel advisors with special rates from Oct. …
Rediscovering Mamajuana, the Legendary Drink of the Dominican Republic
Caribbean spiced rums aren’t particularly exotic — there’s hardly a bar in America where you can’t order a “Captain and Coke,” for example. But there’s one unique variety of Caribbean spiced rum that you may not have heard of, even …
The Outlook for the Hotel Business in the Dominican Republic
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How to Make This Dominican Republic Resort’s Negroni
Cocktails are a great way bring the Caribbean to you right now, and one of the top resorts in the Dominican Republic has you covered with a delightful spin on a classic. It’s called Il Trinitario, and it’s a spicy …
JLL Hotels’ Andrew Dickey on the State of the Caribbean Hotel Market
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How Coronavirus Is Affecting Caribbean Hotel Projects
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Dominican Republic Getting $150M For Coronavirus Response
The World Bank has released $150 million to the Dominican Republic to help the country in its fight against the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The funds have been disbursed from a “contingent credit line” from the World Bank known as the …
All-Inclusive Finest Punta Cana Planning December Debut
Excellence Resorts is planning to debut its new Finest Punta Cana resort in December. The property has a targeted opening date of Dec. 18, 2020, according to the company’s Web site. It will be the second property for Excellence’s all-ages …
Aruba Launches Aggressive Measures Against Coronavirus
Aruba, one of the Caribbean’s most popular destinations, has launched a series of aggressive measures to contain and prevent the spread of the novel Coronavirus. The Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba has officially restricted all non-residents of Aruba from entering …
Dominican Republic Closing Borders for 15 Days in Coronavirus Measure
In a bid to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, the Dominican Republic is closing its land, sea and air borders for 15 days, the country’s President, Danilo Medina, announced. The move takes effect at 6 AM on Thursday, …
Caribbean Hotels Open 2020 With Declines
Caribbean hotels opened 2020 with the region’s lowest January occupancy level since 2011, according to data from STR. For the month, occupancy was down 3.7% year over year to 66.5%. Average daily rate (ADR) also fell 1.5% to US$253.09, …
Royalton Opens New All-Inclusive Hotel in Grenada
The highly-anticipated new all-inclusive Royalton Grenada has officially opened its doors on the island’s Magazine Beach. The new Royalton, set at the former Grenadian by Rex Resorts property, is a major infusion of energy into Grenada’s tourism sector. The 269-room, …
