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The Hyatt Regency Trinidad Has a New Hydroponic Garden

By the Caribbean Journal staff The leading hotel in Trinidad and Tobago has debuted a major new green initiative: a hydroponic garden. The Hyatt Regency Trinidad is using its newest eco-friendly program to grow high-quality, fresh ingredients including kale, arugula, […]

Hyatt Regency Trinidad Completes “Extensive” Renovation

By the Caribbean Journal staff One of the Caribbean’s leading business hotels has completed an “extensive,” four-phase renovation project. The Hyatt Regency Trinidad in Port of Spain has officially debuted its new look, following upgrades to the property’s guest rooms, […]

The Hyatt Regency Trinidad’s Newest Hire

The Hyatt Regency Trinidad has announced the appointment of a new beverage manager. The property has named Ashmeed Abass to the role, according to Food and Beverage Director Ronan Doherty. “We are thrilled to have promoted Ashmeed Abass to Beverage […]

New Tech at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad

Hyatt check-in goes digital By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The Hyatt Regency Trinidad is adding a little extra tech to its check-in process. It’s part of what the downtown Port of Spain hotel says are several new technological developments that will provide […]

Rum Journal: An Angostura Cocktail From the Hyatt Regency Trinidad

Above: the Hyatt Regency Trinidad It’s an essential ingredient in so many cocktails: Angostura Bitters. The famous secret recipe comes, of course, from the island of Trinidad. But it’s even better when accompanied by Angostura Rum, too. The latest Rum […]

Interview with Hyatt Regency Trinidad General Manager Russell George

Above: the Hyatt Regency Trinidad (CJ Photo) By Alexander Britell It was not a coincidence that United States Vice President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping both visited Port of Spain within a seven-day period at the end of […]

Trinidad Has Big Tourism Plans

The island of Trinidad has unveiled some bold goals to grow its long-under-the-radar tourism sector. Tourism Trinidad Limited, the island’s destination marketing company, says it is planning to increase visitor arrivals by 7 percent for the 2019-2020 fiscal year period, […]

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From St Maarten to Trinidad, 5 Caribbean Places to Visit in August

August in the Caribbean means hot afternoons, evenings cooled by trade winds and, in many destinations, the feeling of having a bit more of the region to yourself. But there’s just something about the feeling of wading into bathtub-warm water […]

The Five Best Trinidad Hotels

Whether you’re on the island for Carnival, for business or just looking for one of the Caribbean’s great foodie destinations, there’s something for everyone in Trinidad. But with the island in many ways still under the radar for seasoned travelers, […]

A Perfect Cocktail to Lime in Trinidad

This month, thousands of revelers will make their way to Trinidad for Carnival. Known as the largest in the Caribbean, Trinidad’s Carnival is the country’s main festival as many say “In Trinidad there are two seasons – Carnival and getting […]

A New Dessert Recipe from Trinidad

The holidays flew by in a blink of an eye and here we are in the New Year, and a new year brings new food trends. Carefully curated, sustainable foods are predicted to take 2017 by storm. Another food trend […]

How to Make Trinidad’s Famous Black Cake

Not your average holiday fruitcake, black cake is a delectable cake filled with rum and fruit. It sounds simple, but creating it is an arduous task that requires patience and more than a week of soaking a variety of fruit […]

How to Make Trinidad’s Famous Pastelles

Summer’s over and the Christmas holiday is quickly approaching. Trinis love a good holiday celebration, especially when it comes to the food. Pastelles are a traditional delicacy during the Christmas season in Trinidad even though they are also consumed at […]

A Hummus Recipe from Trinidad

A chickpea recipe from Port of Spain By Fernando Franco CJ Contributor Plant-based protein meals can be quite the delight when created with proper ingredients. As an Argentinean, I enjoy all types of meats, especially steak; however, it’s nice to […]

This Is Your New Cocktail Recipe From Trinidad

Trinidad — it’s home to some of the Caribbean’s best rum (and appreciation for rum), led by the world-famous Angostura. Whether you’re in the rum shop, at carnival or just sitting in a hotel bar, rum is always here in […]

This Trinidad Chef’s Summer Grilling Tips

One of Trinidad’s top chefs explains how to grill this summer By Fernando Franco CJ Contributor Summer’s here, which means it’s time to get out and grill some barbecue foods! During this season, I particularly love gathering with family and putting my tongs […]

The Influence of Tamarind on Trinidadian Cuisine

By Fernando Franco CJ Contributor With the heavy Indian influence on Trinidadian cuisine, I was not surprised to see tamarind used in so many recipes when I first came to the island. This brown, curved pod-like fruit, which grows on […]

How Trinidad’s Best Spa Just Got Better

New treatments By Dana Niland CJ Contributor A new line of treatments and natural body care products, infused with tropical and botanical blends from the South Pacific Ocean, are now available at Hyatt Regency Trinidad. With the addition of the […]

In Trinidad, Turning a Christmas Tree Into Art

A Caribbean Christmas Tree Made From Bamboo By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Oh, Christmas tree! We’re merry impressed with this inventive Caribbean riff on the traditional fir tree in the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Trinidad in Port-Of-Spain. The […]

A New GM for Hyatt’s All-Inclusive Resorts in Jamaica

A new hire for Hyatt By the Caribbean Journal staff Hyatt’s Jamaica all-inclusives have a new general manager. Playa Resorts Management has announced the appointment of Diego Concha as general manager for both the Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall and the […]

Trinidad Courts US Meetings Sector

Above: the Hyatt Regency Trinidad By the Caribbean Journal staff Trinidad and Tobago has launched a high-profile, three-city road show in the United States. The three-city tour, which began in downtown Atlanta this week, is aimed at courting business in […]

The Best Business Hotels in Trinidad

When US Vice President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the Caribbean, they both went to Trinidad. That’s because over the years the country has become the de facto business capital of the region, led by its booming […]

Hyatt Names New Global Chief Marketing Officer

Above: the Hyatt Regency in Trinidad By the Caribbean Journal staff Hyatt has appointed Maryam Banikarim as the company’s new global chief marketing officer. Banikarim will be responsible for “driving the company’s individual brands and the experiences they offer online […]

Hyatt to Offer Free Wi-Fi at All Hotels

Above: the Hyatt Regency Trinidad By the Caribbean Journal staff Wi-Fi is no longer a privilege or an amenity — it’ s now a necessity for travelers, and one of the world’s top hotel brands has announced a plan to offer […]

Americas Competitiveness Forum Begins in Trinidad and Tobago

Above: the Hyatt Regency Trinidad By the Caribbean Journal staff The Americas Competitiveness Forum begins Wednesday in Port of Spain, Trinidad. This year’s conference will be the eighth edition of the forum, which is being held under the theme “The […]

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