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Developer Shelves Plans for Kingston Residential Hotel

Dominican Republic Airline Expands to Jamaica

Upstart Dominican Republic airline Arajet is adding another new route in the Caribbean, this time to Jamaica. Arajet this week is launching a new route between two Caribbean capitals: Santo Domingo and Kingston, Jamaica, with service operating nonstop on …

New Atlanta-Kingston Flights Kick Off

It’s getting even easier to fly to Jamaica’s capital. Frontier has added yet another new route to Jamaica, kicking off new service between Atlanta’s Hartsfield Jackson International Airport and Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston. The new flight is …

In Kingston, Jamaica, a Creativity-Fueled Tourism Renaissance

Montego Bay. Ocho Rios. Negril. Falmouth. Most visitors to Jamaica are familiar with the island’s main tourism districts, but there is one destination that’s been glaringly absent from most Jamaican travel itineraries for the past half-century: the capital city …

Frontier Airlines Adding New Flights to The Bahamas, Jamaica

Ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines has been rapidly expanding its Caribbean network in the pandemic, and now the company is adding two more routes to the region. Frontier has announced plans to launch new flights from Atlanta to both Nassau, …

Hilton Holds Grand Opening of New Jamaica Hotel

Hilton just held its grand opening for the new ROK Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica. The hotel, part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is expected to inject new energy into the city’s downtown. The 168-room hotel, which is owned …

Hilton Just Opened a New Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica

Hilton has officially opened its newest Caribbean hotel: the ROK Kingston hotel in the heart of Jamaica’s capital. The hotel actually opened ahead of schedule — it had been slated to open its doors in September. “Our doors are …

143-Room Caribbean Hotel Sold for $40M

By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI A 143-room Caribbean hotel has been sold for $40 million, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. This story is part of Caribbean Journal Invest, the authority on Caribbean hotel, real estate and tourism …

Jamaica Hotel Lists for $16 Million

By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI The Hotel Four Seasons, not to be confused with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, in Kingston, Jamaica was recently listed on the market for $16 million, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. This …

Hilton Is Opening a New Jamaica Hotel in August

Hilton is opening its newest hotel in Jamaica in August, Caribbean Journal has learned. The new ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is now accepting reservations for Aug. 29, 2022 and beyond, according to Hilton. It’s another new …

Caribbean Airlines Adding New Nonstop Flights to Kingston, Jamaica

Caribbean Airlines is adding a new nonstop route to Kingston, Jamaica, Caribbean Journal has learned. The Trinidad-based carrier is launching a new nonstop route between Orlando, Fla. and Kingston’s Norman Manley International Airport in July. The new route, which …

This Montego Bay, Jamaica Resort Is Now a “Boutique All-Inclusive”

One of the coolest new resorts in Jamaica has made a big change: it’s now offering all-inclusive vacations. The S Hotel Montego Bay, the hotel that has injected new energy into Montego Bay’s famous “Hip Strip,” has rebranded as …

The Chill List: The Caribbean’s Most Relaxing Hotels

What’s the sound of one palm tree shaking? It’s one of the most beautiful sounds in the Caribbean, an instant reminder that you’ve reached the zenith of tropical beauty. And it’s a guarantor of instant relaxation. But as ubiquitous …

Frontier Airlines Launching New Nonstop Flights to Jamaica

Frontier Airlines, which has been rapidly expanding its Caribbean network amid the pandemic, is adding another route to its growing presence in Miami. The low-cost carrier has kicked off new nonstop flights from Miami to Kingston, Jamaica, a big …

Visiting Jamaica Just Got Even Easier

It’s easier than ever to visit the island of Jamaica, Caribbean Journal has learned. Beginning March 1, 2022, Jamaica will no longer require visitors to complete a Travel Authorization form. It’s “one less hurdle for travelers to Jamaica” the …

Hilton Is Opening a New Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica

Hilton is opening a new hotel in Kingston, Jamaica. It’s called the ROK Hotel, and it will be part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection. The hotel is slated to open its doors on May 31, 2022, according to Hilton Hotels. …

JetBlue Is Adding More Flights to Jamaica

JetBlue is adding more flights to Jamaica next summer, Caribbean Journal has learned. As part of the carrier’s “Northeast Alliance” with American Airlines, JetBlue will be significantly ramping up its service to the island in June 2022. That will …

American Airlines Expands Flights to Kingston, Jamaica

American Airlines has added another new route to Jamaica, with the debut of service between Philadelphia and Kingston. The new flights, which kicked off last week, are operating three times each week, with flights on Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays. …

Caribbean Airlines to Relaunch Two Nonstop Routes From Florida

Trinidad-based Caribbean Airlines is restarting two of its most active nonstop routes, Caribbean Journal has learned. Beginning in December, Caribbean Airlines will restart flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to both Kingston, Jamaica and Port of Spain, Trinidad. On …