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Dart Is Building a New Cayman Islands Hotel

The Cayman Islands’ Star-Studded Culinary Festival Is Back

One of the Caribbean’s most celebrated culinary festivals is making its triumphant return this week in Grand Cayman. Cayman Cookout, the Eric Ripert-hosted gastronomic experience at the Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is back for the first time since the onset …

There’s a New Seafood Hotspot in Grand Cayman

Ceviche, sushi, poke: the trio of raw seafood favorites. And they’re all at the center of the menu at Grand Cayman’s newest culinary hotspot. The new woto has opened its doors at the Westin Grand Cayman Seven mile Beach …

Cayman Islands Tourism Resurgence Continues

It’s been a strong year for Cayman Islands tourism as the destination continues its post-pandemic rebirth. That growth has continued through what is traditionally the Caribbean’s shoulder season — and it’s been borne out in surging numbers for the destination’s …

7 Reasons to Visit the Cayman Islands This Winter

The Cayman Islands has always been a great destination for a luxury beach or dive vacation, appealing to both romantic couples and families. But with travel restrictions finally lifted this summer, there are even more reasons to start planning …

Sun Country Airlines Is Relaunching Its Cayman Islands Flights

Low-cost carrier Sun Country Airlines is relaunching its nonstop flights to the Cayman Islands this winter. Beginning Dec. 17, Sun Country will be resuming its flights between Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport and Grand Cayman’s Owen Roberts International Airport. The …

New Nonstop Flights Between Los Angeles, Cayman Islands

It’s one of the most important source markets for Caribbean travel you never hear about: California. While it doesn’t send as many travelers to the region as major markets like Miami and New York, the California market, particularly Southern …

The Westin Grand Cayman Resort Has a New VP of Marketing

The Westin Grand Cayman has appointed a new leader for its sales and marketing initiatives, Caribbean Journal has learned. The popular Seven Mile Beach property has tapped Jay Marsella as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, it confirmed to CJ. Jay joins the …

Could “Dynamic Taxation” Help Caribbean Air Travel?

Could a new kind of “dynamic taxation system” fix the problem of high air ticket prices in the Caribbean? That’s the idea by Nicola Madden-Greig, the president of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association. Madden-Greig says the “heavy burden” …

The Best All-Inclusive Dive Resorts in the Caribbean

There are countless resorts in the Caribbean with PADI dive centers and drive boats on site, offering a variety of dive programs from all-inclusive to a la carte experiences. At other resorts, you can find all-inclusive vacations where diving …

Caribbean Tourism Organization Names New Chairman

The Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization has named a new chairman. The organization has elected Cayman Islands Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan to the role, following its annual general meeting in Grand Cayman this week. The meeting was held as part …

A “Strong” Tourism Recovery in Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia says it is experiencing a “strong” post-pandemic tourism recovery. The island has achieved around 80 percent of its pre-pandemic stay over arrival numbers, as compared to the same period in 2019, according to tourism officials. And now …

The Caribbean’s Top Food Festival Is Back at the Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

The premier culinary event in the Caribbean is making its return to the Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman. Cayman Cookout, the beloved food festival hosted by Eric Ripert, is returning from Jan. 12-16, 2023. The event is back after a two-year …

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Grand Cayman’s Kimpton Seafire Resort Expands Culinary Team

Grand Cayman’s Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa has expanded its culinary team. The Seven Mile Beach property has added Executive Sous Chef Christian Gonzalez Ponce to the team, while promoting Chef Andre Wilson to Banquet Chef and Chef Abhimanyu …

Grand Cayman’s Signature Airport Lounge Is Back

Cayman Airways has officially reopened its signature departure lounge at Grand Cayman’s Owen Roberts International Airport. The Sir Turtle Club Lounge is back, open only to business class ticket holders and platinum and gold rewards members of the airline’s …

Caribbean Photo of the Week: Rum Point, Grand Cayman

The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Angela Lee, who sent in this stunning shot from Rum Point in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with …

Grand Cayman-Montego Bay Flights Are Back

Cayman Airways’ weekly service between Grand Cayman and Montego Bay is back. The weekly route officially restarted last week, the first time it has operated since the onset of the pandemic. Cayman Airways is operating the flights on Thursdays, …

Cayman Airways Is Relaunching Flights to Montego Bay, Jamaica

Cayman Airways is relaunching its service between Grand Cayman and Montego Bay, Jamaica. The restarted nonstop service is set to begin on Aug. 4, the national flag carrier announced on Facebook. The flights are operating daily; the Grand Cayman-Montego …

A New Way to Fly from Los Angeles to Grand Cayman

Cayman national carrier Cayman Airways is launching a major new nonstop route this fall, Caribbean Journal has learned. Beginning Nov. 5, the carrier will be kicking off nonstop flights between Los Angeles and Grand Cayman. The flights mean a …