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“There are No Greater Bites to be Had Than in Grenada”
Grenada’s reputation as a foodie hotspot has only strengthened in recent years, as travelers begin to appreciate the destination’s unique culinary offerings. Now, Grenada is at it again, launching a new partnership with culinary star Chef Alexander Smalls. Smalls, a […]
Martinique in the Greater Caribbean
By Sébastien Perrot-Minnot CJ Contributor “A little bit of France nestled in the heart of the Caribbean,” as the local tourism committee announces, Martinique may seem modest in size: it covers an area of about 1,100 km². However, it is […]
Natural Resources and Economic Policy in the Greater Caribbean
By Alberto Duran and Noemi Areli Sanchez Op-Ed Contributors As part of the regulatory function, the State, through its economic policy, directly influences the economic growth of a country. The discussion on the effects of that policy focuses generally on […]
Caribbean Connectivity: CARCIP Urges Greater Regional Innovation
Above; St Vincent (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Three Eastern Caribbean countries are benefitting from an infrastructure development thrust that could usher in a new era of technology-based innovation and entrepreneurship for the region. The initiative is part […]
Greater Caribbean Establishes First “Sustainable Tourism Zone”
Above: Trinidad (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff The greater Caribbean region is now the world’s first-ever “Sustainable Tourism Zone,” following ratification by member states of the Association of Caribbean States. The convention creating the Sustainable Tourism Zone officially […]
Jamaica Planning to Place Greater Emphasis on Voluntourism
Above: Port Antonio By the Caribbena Journal staff Jamaica says it will be placing a greater emphasis on promoting volunteer tourism, or “voluntourism.” Voluntourism typically means vacations where travelers are supporting some kind of charitable cause, from medical aid to […]
Trinidad Energy Minister Urges Greater Natural Gas Collaboration With Venezuela
Above: Minister Kevin Ramnarine By the Caribbean Journal staff Trinidad and Tobago Energy Minister Kevin Ramnarine is calling for “greater collaboration and partnership” between Trinidad and Venezuela in the area of natural gas development. Ramnarine made the call this week […]
WTO Director General Urges Greater Integration in the Caribbean
Above: CARICOM Headquarters By the Caribbean Journal staff The Caribbean region needs closer integration, according to Pascal Lamy, director general of the World Trade Organization. Pointing to the history of the region, Lamy said the best way to honour the […]
White: Haiti on “Road Towards Greater Prosperity and Stability”
Above: US Ambassador to Haiti Pamela White By the Caribbean Journal staff The United States is recommitting itself to “helping Haiti realize a future its people deserve,” Ambassador to Haiti Pamela White said in a statement to mark the third […]
Hyatt Just Opened a New All-Inclusive Resort in Mazatlan, Mexico
Mazatlan has been one of the fastest-growing destinations in Mexico in recent years, with a booming hotel pipeline and continued flight growth, out of the United States and Canada. Now, it’s the newest home of Hyatt’s quickly-expanding Dreams all-inclusive brand. […]
Wyndham Opens Dominican Republic All-Inclusive, Plans Second Resort in Punta Cana
Pristine beaches, lush rainforests and winding rivers; the Dominican Republic’s Samana peninsula is a haven for nature lovers and those in search of a more untouched Caribbean. Now, the area has a new resort, combining all-inclusive convenience with easy access […]
The Cayman Islands Is Planning a New Boutique Cruise Destination
Set 90 miles from the Cayman Islands’ tourism hub in Grand Cayman, a new cruise destination could soon be emerging in the Caribbean. The Cayman Islands is planning to develop a cruise pier on the island of Cayman Brac, Caribbean […]
The Bahamas’ Legendary Graycliff Hotel and Restaurant Just Made History Again
NASSAU — For more than a half century, Nassau’s Graycliff has been the premier restaurant in the Caribbean (and the home of the region’s largest wine and spirits collection). More than that, it has set the standard for food and beverage […]
Riu’s New All-Inclusive in Montego Bay Has an Opening Date
Riu’s highly-anticipated new resort in greater Montego Bay now has an opening date: May 4, 2024, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new all-inclusive resort is now taking reservations for stays, according to Riu’s Web site. A 753-room resort, it’s the […]
The Best Caribbean Islands to Visit This Summer, From Antigua to St Croix
We’ve been saying it for years, and we’ll keep saying it: in some ways, the Caribbean is even better in the summer months. The water is warm. It’s a bit less crowded, a little bit quieter. At night, the trade […]
In St Martin, the Legacy of a Legendary Caribbean Hotelier
My favorite anecdote about the Grand Case Beach Club was when a guest came up to Wright during happy hour and told him how disappointed he was that he couldn’t find a room. He bemoaned that he would have to […]
Travelers Keep Flocking to The Bahamas, From Nassau to Grand Bahama to Bimini
From a boom in Grand Bahama to continued growth in islands like Abaco, Andros and Cat Island, The Bahamas is in the midst of a tourism renaissance, according to new data from the country’s Ministry of Tourism. Last year, foreign […]
Punta Cana Has Its First High-Rise Residential Tower
The Punta Cana area has its first high-rise residential tower, with the opening of the new 7 Mares real estate project. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news […]
New Caribbean Ferry to Connect Guyana, Barbados and Trinidad
A landmark new ferry service connecting three Caribbean destinations is anticipate to launch service in the next few months, according to Guyana President Dr Mohamed Irfan Ali. The ferry, the product of a partnership between Guyana, Trinidad and Barbados, will […]
Hyatt Is Opening an Adults-Only All-Inclusive in Puerto Vallarta
Mexico is a major focus for Hyatt, which has been rapidly expanding its Inclusive Collection of all-inclusive resorts across the country, from Mexican Caribbean hotspots like Isla Mujeres and Costa Mujeres (which just saw a new resort debut) to Pacific […]
A New 753-Room Riu All-Inclusive Is Opening Near Montego Bay
Riu Hotels and Resorts is adding another new resort in Jamaica this year, with the planned debut of the Riu Palace Aquarelle resort near Montego Bay. The 753-room, family-friendly property will be set on White Bay in the town of […]
At the Falling Leaves Lodge in Belize, a Portal to the Maya World
SAN IGNACIO — There has been some form of settlement on this site for more than 3,000 years, here on a leafy hill above the town of San Ignacio, Belize. In other words, this is no ordinary hill. This is Cahal Pech, […]
American Airlines Is Launching New Jamaica Flights Next Month
It’s the birthplace of James Bond and one of the most beautiful parts of the island of Jamaica. Next month, the north coast’s Ian Fleming International Airport will welcome its first-ever scheduled international service from American Airlines. The airport, which […]
The Best Things to Do (And Where to Stay) in Merida, Mexico
Mérida, capital of the state of Yucatán, is one of the most beautiful places in México. And there’s one hotel you should definitely consider staying at. Fiesta American Merida has 371 newly remodeled rooms. The best room here is the […]
The 20 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in Punta Cana for 2024
The Dominican Republic welcomed more visitors last year than any in the country’s history, with most travelers descending on one place: Punta Cana, the tourism hotspot on the country’s eastern coast. Punta Cana has always been the most popular place […]
Jamaica Is Expecting Its Biggest Winter Travel Season Ever
It’s been a record-breaking year for travel in Jamaica, and now the island is projecting an even stronger winter season. The 2023-2024 season, which effectively kicks off this week, is projected to bring in more than one million stopover visitors, […]
Frontier Airlines Just Launched New Nonstop Dominican Republic Flights
As the Dominican Republic continues to experience record-breaking tourism arrivals this year, one destination is seeing more growth than any other, particularly in new air routes: the capital, Santo Domingo. Beyond traditional tourism hubs like Punta Cana and, to a […]
Jamaica Eyeing 4 Million Combined Visitors This Year
Jamaica is expecting to top 4 million combined visitors in 2023 — that is, putting together both air and cruise passenger arrivals. Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett is on pace to record 4.1 million visitors — a number he thinks is […]
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