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The Best Affordable All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean

Going all-inclusive shouldn’t leave you out of pocket. We’ve found a week’s-worth of Caribbean all-inclusive resorts where all-you-can-everything comes at a price tag almost anyone can afford. (Note: rates are per person, double occupancy, unless otherwise noted). Our team of on-the-ground […]

The Top 10 Affordable Caribbean Hotels

The Caribbean is beautiful, but it’s not always budget-friendly. But, especially during the summer season, there are some true hotel bargains in the region, if you know where to look. Of course, we’ve done the work for you — putting […]

New Venezuelan Ambassador to Grenada

Above: Grenada (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Grenada Foreign Minister Nickolas Steele received the credentials of new Venezuelan Ambassador-Designate Jorge Alfonzo Guerrero Veloz in St George’s this week. The two sides held brief talks on ways to “foster […]

Venezuela’s Government Hands Over Series of Projects to Grenada

Above: Grenada’s new Ford Bridge (Photo: OPM Grenada) By the Caribbean Journal staff The government of Venezuela handed over a group of projects to Grenada this week, highlighted by the opening of a new bridge at Ford in St Andrew. […]

Venezuela Tours Grenada Projects

Above: Ambassador Carlos Perez, Minister Glynis Roberts, consultant Leslie Barry and project manager Martin Marryshow By the Caribbean Journal staff Venezuelan Ambassador to Grenada Carlos Perez says his government is satisfied with the progress of projects it is currently funding […]

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How to Move to Barbados, Explained

While much of the real estate interest since the pandemic has focused on northern-area Caribbean destinations like The Bahamas, Turks and Caicos and the Cayman Islands, another island to the south has been seeing strong interest: Barbados, an island with […]

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The 25 Most Romantic Resorts in the Caribbean

There are necessary ingredients to the perfect romantic retreat: a degree of privacy, a hint of seclusion, the right amounts of design and service. But these are not always sufficient. The most romantic getaways in the Caribbean have an extra […]

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In Barbados, a Showcase for Caribbean Tourism

The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), in collaboration with Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., and the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association, is set to host Caribbean Travel Marketplace, taking place from May 9 – 11 at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford […]

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10 Barbados Resorts to Visit Now, From Boutiques to All-Inclusives

Simply put, Barbados is hot right now, emerging from the challenges of the pandemic with a new energy. Travelers continue to flock to the island, drawn to its rare blend of elegance, authenticity, culture and beauty.  But choosing where to […]

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The 50 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean – 2023

All-inclusive resorts have never been more popular. Major brands around the world have been scrambling to add all-inclusive resorts to their portfolios, a nod to sizzling demand for the all-inclusive concept from travelers. But all-inclusive resorts have also never been […]

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The 15 Best Luxury Boutique Hotels in the Caribbean 2022

Being a boutique hotel isn’t just about size. Sure, the hotels on this list, all of which have 40 rooms or less, are not big.  But boutique is about more than that. It’s about character, about personality; about identity.  It […]

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Solving the Caribbean Air Tax Problem

It’s been an issue in the Caribbean for years: air taxes.  But now, the tide seems to be turning, with the recent news that the Caribbean Community would be launching a review of taxes and fees on airline tickets in […]

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Antigua Hotels and Resorts Where You Can Stay Right Now

By Bob Curley Some of the top hotels and resorts in Antigua and Barbuda are back to welcoming international guests, while others are waiting until the traditionally busier fall season before opening their doors again. Antigua was one of the […]

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Holland America’s Newest Caribbean Cruises

By the Caribbean Journal staff Holland America is planning 160 cruises to the wider Caribbean region for the upcoming winter cruise season, Caribbean Journal has learned. The Seattle-based cruise line will sail a range of itineraries from seven to 21 […]

The Best Caribbean Cruise Ports For Shopping

By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor The best Caribbean ports don’t just give you a sample of the culture of the larger destination, they also provide worthy “shopportunities” at every price point. So if you want a tangible reminder of […]

The Best Islands for Luxury Shopping in the Caribbean

By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor We love trawling craft markets and buying cute little tchotchkes as much as any Caribbean shopper, but sometimes we’re prepared to invest a little more in a pricey designer bauble or high-end must-have. So […]

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25 Caribbean Destinations to Visit in 2017

Our annual Where to Travel list isn’t about the Caribbean you know. It’s about the Caribbean you have yet to discover. This is all about the places you may have never thought about, destinations that will fascinate you and move you; […]

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10 Under-the-Radar Places to Retire in the Caribbean

When it comes to planning your dream Caribbean retirement, not all Caribbean islands are the same. Some offer more cosmopolitan environments, others more rugged. Others offer more luxury, others more affordability. But when it comes to finding that perfect mix […]

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This Caribbean Airline Has Big Plans

In an increasingly tight Caribbean aviation market, one carrier is seeing strong growth: Pawa Dominicana, the international flag carrier for the Dominican Republic. The airline is launching its first-ever flights from the US with new service from Miami to Santo […]

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The Sharing Economy and Caribbean Tourism

What the sharing economy means for Caribbean Tourism By Hugh Riley CJ Contributor The marketplace is evolving. Ten years ago no one imagined homeowners opening their doors and welcoming strangers to bunk at their tropical beach bungalows or private cozy […]

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How You Can Stay in Jamaica For Under $200 a Night

By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Are you looking forward to a Jamaican vacation without breaking the bank? Jamaica no problem. We’ve selected hotels on the irie isle that combine style, service and savings, with rates that top out at less […]

Education in the Caribbean

By Nancy George Op-Ed Contributor The very good news for Caribbean education is that the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Council for Human and Social Development (COHSOD) has agreed that 2016 is the time to craft a Regional Strategic Action Plan that […]

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The Best Barbados All-Inclusive Resorts

In comparison to destinations such as Jamaica and the Dominican Republic, Barbados doesn’t have that many all-inclusive resorts – which makes picking the right one even more crucial. So before you check in, check out our guide to the best all-inclusive […]

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Community Tourism in the Caribbean

Caribbean tourism and community tourism By Julio Orozco and Karla Perez Op-Ed Contributors Community based tourism emerges as an alternative to bridge the social and economic gap of rural communities, and is suitable for communities seeking  to generate additional income […]

The Cool List: The Caribbean’s Coolest Hotels in 2015

A cool hotel. It’s not a luxury hotel, or a boutique hotel, or a large resort, necessarily. You simply know it’s cool the moment you step inside, because you feel it. It’s when that combination of design, comfort and intimacy creates […]

Rum Journal: A Barbados Rum Distillery You Need To Visit

Above: tasting rums at Foursquare (all photos by CJ) BARBADOS — IT’S A place where the rum flows like water. On every block, at every street corner, there’s a rum shop or a rum bar or a place to find […]

LIAT CEO: How to Improve Caribbean Aviation in Six Steps

By David Evans Op-Ed Contributor BOTH THE history and the current reality of Caribbean aviation can be characterised by a consistent failure over the last 50 years to provide an efficient  air transportation system that meets the needs of the […]

Op-Ed: Is It Time For Regional Ferry Service in the Caribbean?

By George Nicholson and Nayaatha Taitt Op-Ed Contributors One race (de Caribbean man) From de same place (de Caribbean man) Dat make de same trip (de Caribbean man) On de same ship (de Caribbean man) So we must push one […]

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