News How to Visit St Barth This Winter
By Alexander Britell There was a lively bourbon masterclass event at Gustavia’s popular 25 Quarter bar on Monday, a few hours after a luxury yacht had found its way into the harbor. La Petite Colombe was serving warm baguettes and […]
St Lucia’s Bel Jou Undergoing Renovations
By the Caribbean Journal staff Another hotel in St Lucia is making big changes. The adults-only Bel Jou Hotel near Castries has undergone significant renovations, according to a release from the country’s tourism board. It’s one of the lesser known […]
Renaissance in Aruba, Curacao Sold
By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Two major casino hotels in the Caribbean have been sold. US-based Wind Creek Hospitality, an authority of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, has acquired both the Aruba Renaissance Resort and Casino and the Curacao […]
News 5 Antigua Hotels to Visit Right Now
The island of Antigua has increasingly been on the radar of in-the-know travelers thanks to a mix of world-class beaches, impressive history and culture and a broad collection of top-level resorts. While the latter have largely been defined by all-inclusive […]
BVI’s Cooper Island Beach Club to Reopen in April
By the Caribbean Journal staff One of the best British Virgin Islands hotels is already planning its recovery from the devastation caused by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The Cooper Island Beach Club has announced plans to reopen to hotel guests on […]
Karisma to Open Margaritaville Resort in Dominican Republic
By the Caribbean Journal staff Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville brand is coming to the Dominican Republic. Karisma Hotels is planning a major new expansion in the Dominican Republic, highlighted by a new Margaritaville all-inclusive project in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic President […]
News Aruba’s Bucuti & Tara Now Has “Romance Concierges”
By the Caribbean Journal staff Aruba’s top adults-only resort has added a major new offering: romance concierges. The property’s romance concierge can arrange for “relaxing, private moments” like turning couples spa treatments into oceanfront massages for two to exploring the […]
The Best Caribbean Destinations for This Holiday Season
The holidays are fast approaching, meaning it’s time to start thinking about your next Caribbean vacation (that is, if you haven’t already planned a Caribbean trip in the meantime). For us, there’s nothing better than Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s […]
A New Way to Fly to Martinique
By Alexander Britell There’s a great new way to reach one of the Caribbean’s most fascinating destinations. European low-cost carrier Norwegian is set to launch its newest route on Oct. 30, with flights between Fort Lauderdale and Fort-de-France, Martinique. The […]