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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 […]
The Best Food Tour in Belize Is a Journey Through Ambergris Caye
Tio Pil was born here when it was just a fishing village, went to work on the Panama Canal, and came back on his cargo boat. Pil, whose real name was Felipe Paz, helped to bring some of the first […]
Is This the Best All-Inclusive Restaurant in Jamaica?
Its name is Zenith. It’s perched on the top floor of a stately, open-air white building with panoramic vistas of the aqua Caribbean below, hut-dotted white sand beaches below and pops of forest green mountains in the approachable distance. It’s […]
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 […]
St Thomas’ New Beach Resort Has a Private-Island Feel
The Morningstar Buoy Haus Beach Resort is about the closest you can get to a private island atmosphere without ever having to leave St. Thomas. Partly that’s a function of geography: located at the foot of a massive cliff guarding […]
10 Resorts in Puerto Rico for Your Next “Isla del Encanto” Vacation
Puerto Rico has more than 130 hotels, which is a lot to choose from. But there are some that stand out for their history, unique location, authentic vibe, luxury experience — and some with a combination of all of the […]
Rum Journal: From Martinique, an Exciting New Trio of Caribbean Rums
It just might be the most remarkable rum distillery in the whole Caribbean: the Rhum JM distillery in Macouba in Martinique, set inside the rainforest at the base of the island’s towering Mont Pelee volcano. For nearly two centuries, Rhum […]
St Barth Real Estate Market Keeps Pushing Ahead
When it comes to the upper echelon of luxury in the Caribbean, no conversation is complete without Saint Bathélemy. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean […]
When the Caribbean Island of Montserrat Was the Center of the Pop Music World
Legendary Beatles producer Sir George Martin’s dream was not just to build a recording studio in a Caribbean paradise, but to raise up the fortunes of an island he dearly loved in the process. On Montserrat, for a brief but […]
The Pink Palm Is the Best Boutique Hotel in St Thomas, USVI
Most visitors who make the trip to St Thomas find their way at least once to downtown Charlotte Amalie, with its enviable shopping and broad array of restaurants. Far fewer, though, ever stay in Charlotte Amalie overnight. But St Thomas’ […]
This is the Best All-Inclusive Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica
It’s set on one of the most beautiful beaches you’ll lay eyes upon anywhere in the Caribbean: the sugar-white sands of Doctor’s Cave Beach in Montego Bay, Jamaica. But the S Hotel Montego Bay is not your typical beach resort: […]
This Top Nassau Resort Has a New Sommelier
Rosewood Baha Mar has appointed Brendan Steenhuisen as head sommelier, Caribbean Journal has learned. Steenhuisen will oversee the wine program at all Rosewood Baha Mar dining outlets and operate with the goal of building the “best wine cellar in the […]
Why the Cayman Islands Is a Caribbean Culinary Capital
Many Caribbean islands boast about their culinary scene, but events like the Cayman Cookout demonstrate why the Cayman Islands is a cut above the rest. Hosted by celebrity chef Eric Ripert, this annual food festival staged at the Ritz Carlton […]
How the “Aruba Effect” Is Creating Sustained Tourism Growth
“You leave Aruba as a different person. You’ll see. There’s a normal you, then an Aruba you.” That was the feeling from Luis Perez, a repeat visitor to Aruba, who took part in a recent study the Aruba Tourism Authority […]
From Jamaica to Antigua, Hotels and Bars With Music History
Music has always been deeply intertwined with Caribbean culture, from the African rhythms brought over by enslaved people to the lively calypso and soca rhythms that drive the region’s Carnival celebrations. The musical legacy of the Caribbean built to a […]
The Caribbean’s Top Christmas Festival Is Back Again in the USVI
It’s the most beloved Christmas celebration in the Caribbean, and now St Croix’s Crucian Christmas has announced its festival dates. This year’s event will be running from Dec. 10 through Jan. 6, 2024, according to the USVI Department of Tourism […]
Marriott’s Newest Caribbean Hotel Is in Honduras
Marriott’s Aloft brand has opened its newest hotel in the Caribbean Basin: the Aloft San Pedro Sula in Honduras. It’s a major new brand for a Caribbean-coast country that is quietly seeing renewed tourism investment — including the highly-anticipated Kimpton Grand […]
Visitors Are Flocking to the Cayman Islands Right Now
From the reefs of Owen Island to the world-class eateries on Seven Mile Beach, the Cayman Islands is in the midst of a full-fledged tourism renaissance. The Cayman Islands is continuing see a strong tourism recovery, according to newly-released data […]
The Top Emerging Caribbean Islands, According to Travel Agents
From the Bahamas to Jamaica, there are a lot of well-known and well-booked Caribbean destinations. But what about the ones that still have massive growth potential? Several Caribbean specialists recently shared the islands that, while they may not be totally […]
Bermuda Joins Caribbean Tourism Organization
The island of Bermuda has joined the Caribbean Tourism Organization, in a big boost for the Barbados-based organization. The CTO called Bermuda’s decision a “another milestone in its efforts to expand its reach and influence in the regional tourism sector.” […]
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The Caribbean Has a New Yoga Festival
There’s a major new yoga festival coming to the Caribbean this summer. The new Bonaire Yoga and Wellness Festival will be held June 19-25, 2023, in partnership with the Bindu Yoga and Healing Center. The weeklong festival will include yoga […]
Antigua and Barbuda Seeing “Significant” Airlift Demand
Antigua and Barbuda is seeing record-breaking tourism numbers, and that’s leading to “significant” demand for new routes to the destination from global airlines. To continue the destination’s push, Antigua and Barbuda Tourism officials, led by Minister of Tourism, Investment, Civil […]
When Nassau, Bahamas Was the Center of the Music World
Back in Black, AC/DC’s 1980 comeback record, was a spectacular success for the Australian hard rock band, selling more than 50 million copies worldwide to become one of the top-selling albums of all time. But for all of its commercial […]
A New Luxury Residential Resort Is Coming to St Maarten
By Dana Niland To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean Journal Travel Advisor for targeted content for travel agents and advisors. Subscribe today to unlock this […]
After Setting New Record, Turks and Caicos Real Estate Keeps Surging
By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean Journal Travel Advisor for targeted content for travel agents and advisors. Subscribe […]
Hilton Just Opened Its Newest Caribbean Hotel in Colombia
It’s a sometimes forgotten part of the Caribbean: the northern coast of Colombia. But the country’s Caribbean coastline has been quietly seeing a wave of hotel and tourism development in recent years, both in its most popular hotspot, Cartagena, and, […]
What’s Ahead for Caribbean Real Estate in 2023?
By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI Since the onset of the pandemic, the Caribbean has been one of the hottest real estate markets in the world. But does the future hold for the market after nearly three years of […]
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