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Marriott Is Opening a New All-Inclusive in Cancun 

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Marriott’s growing Caribbean all-inclusive portfolio will add another new resort later this year, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The company has announced the signing of the Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun to its all-inclusive portfolio, with plans to open at the end […]

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Marriott Names New Area GM for Haiti, Dominican Republic 

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Marriott International has named a new area general manager for Haiti and the Dominican Republic.  The company has tapped Brock Hochhalter to the role, in which he will be responsible for the premium and luxury Marriott hotels in the two […]

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Two New Marriott Hotels to Open in St Thomas This Fall 

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The long awaited transformation of the Marriott Frenchman’s Reef property in St Thomas is slated to debut this fall.  Aimbridge Hospitality has announced that it will be opening two new hotels in St Thomas: the Westin Beach Resort and Spa […]

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Marriott Tobago Project Set to Launch Construction Next Year

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The final design of the $81 million Marriott Hotel project, at Rocky Point, on the island of Tobago, is nearing completion and construction is expected to start in 2023. At a tour recently on the property, Superior Hotels Ltd chairman […]


Marriott Is Opening an Adults-Only All-Inclusive in the Dominican Republic 

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Marriott’s major move into the all-inclusive space is continuing this summer with a new adults-only all-inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic.  Marriott is joining forces with Playa Hotels and Resorts on the Sanctuary Cap Cana resort, which will be the […]


Marriott Just Opened a New Hotel in Puerto Rico 

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It’s one of the biggest trends in travel since the onset of the pandemic: the rise of the digital nomad, and the increased popularity of long-term, remote-work stays.  And that’s precisely the target at Marriott’s newest Caribbean hotel, the new […]

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Wyndham: All-Inclusive Demand Still Strong 

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Demand for all-inclusive hotels and resorts has never been higher, according to the results of a new survey by Wyndham Hotels and Resorts.  The hotel giant, which recently entered the all-inclusive space, says its survey, conducted by OnePoll, showed that […]


The Best Adults-Only All-Inclusive Hotels in Jamaica

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Looking for a romantic getaway in Jamaica where the only “kids” you’ll encounter are the goats grazing on the roadside on the way to your hotel? You’re in luck, because Jamaica has a wide selection of adults-only properties, including those […]


Barbados Has New Travel Protocols 

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The island of Barbados has announced another update to its travel protocols, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The latest update means travelers have more options — including the acceptance of rapid antigen tests for entry.  Visitors can use either a negative rapid […]

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How Marriott Bonvoy Is Becoming More Than “Just a Loyalty Program”  

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For years, Marriott International’s loyalty program has been at the forefront of the travel industry, allowing members to earn points for stays at hotels and resorts, including all-inclusive resorts and premium home rentals, as well as through everyday purchases with […]


St Regis’ $25 Million Caribbean Penthouse to Hit the Market

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By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI A roughly $25 million Astor Penthouse at The Residences at St. Regis Cap Cana is slated to go on the market in early March, said Aaron Navarro, vice president of sales for The […]


What’s Next for Tourism in Tobago?

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Tobago like other Caribbean islands have been economically impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, however stakeholder consultation and collaboration is “key to the rebound of the tourism sector.” That’s according to newly appointed Tobago House of Assembly Tourism Secretary Tashia Burris, […]