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Caribbean Cookbook: Caicos Bouillabaisse From TCI’s Parallel 23

The latest Caribbean Cookbook recipe comes from Chef Lauren Callighan from the Parallel 23 restaurant at Turks and Caicos’ Regent Palms Hotel, who has been kind enough to share her recipe for Paralell 23’s signature dish, a modern take on […]

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How The Sands at Grace Bay Resort Defines the Turks and Caicos Vacation

You’re right on Grace Bay Beach, one of the best in the world. Your room is spacious and comfortable, with every amenity you need and the ingredients for any vacation you choose. This is the essence of the Turks and […]

The 10 Best Turks and Caicos Resorts to Visit in 2024

It’s been one of the most sought-after destinations in the wider Caribbean since the pandemic: the Turks and Caicos Islands, which has carved out a rather rarefied niche among celebrities, jet-setters and beach lovers. And while Grace Bay Beach remains […]

The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean – 2024

Don’t be fooled: there is a formula to creating a great restaurant. It’s the same formula we use to evaluate the region’s best places to eat. You see, every great restaurant is built on three core pillars: food, service and […]

The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean – 2022

They’re the kinds of meals you savor. Not just when you’re finishing dessert, but months and years in advance. This is the experience diners are seeking when they come to any strong culinary destination, and, thankfully, the Caribbean is full […]

The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean – 2021

Restaurants are about more than just food. When we go out to eat, we aren’t doing so because we have to — we do it because we want to. Because restaurants make our lives more interesting. They break up the […]

CJI Conversation: The Hartling Group’s Karen Whitt on the Turks and Caicos Hotel Industry

By Joe Pike, Special Contributor The Hartling Group, which represents three top luxury hotels in Turks and Caicos, was poised to have its strongest first quarter in company history, said Karen Whitt, the company’s vice president of sales and marketing. […]

The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean 2020

The number of world-class Caribbean restaurants continues to multiply, making this landmark selection, which first launched back in 2013, more and more difficult each year. The Caribbean food sector continues to send a strong message to the world that this […]

The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean

The Caribbean culinary scene has never been stronger. And much has changed since we first launched the 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean back in 2013. Now, six years later, the world has begun to notice the gastronomic power of […]

The Palms, the Best Beach Hotel in Turks and Caicos

By Alexander Britell and Guy Britton When you’re set on perhaps the most beautiful beach in the entire Caribbean, it’s rather telling that there’s anyone at the pool. But here at The Palms Turks and Caicos, the pool is such […]

Few Caribbean destinations boast the sheer diversity of Saint Lucia’s hotel product. The range is vast, from tiny eco-friendly retreats to sprawling beach resorts to all-inclusives and full-fledged bucket-list experiences. That means there’s something for every kind of traveler here, whether you want to bring your family to the sand, take your significant other on an adults-only escape or spend a few nights in the rainforest.   Here are 15 great Saint Lucia resorts worth checking into right now.   Marigot Bay Resort It’s hard to find a more complete resort in Saint Lucia, with a broad portfolio of amenities, including a spectacular island beach, outstanding, diverse food, a serene spa and the added benefit of the energy of a megayacht marina. And that’s without mentioning the spacious, beautifully appointed rooms (just make sure you get one with a private hot tub.)  Ladera The resort that pioneered the three-walled concepts remains one of the Caribbean’s most romantic hotels — and one of the region’s most authentic places to stay, too. The wood construction, warm service and breathtaking scenery will take you to another place entirely — while never letting you forget you’re in Saint Lucia.   Jade Mountain Home to perhaps the world’s most iconic infinity pools, this resort is equal parts luxury hotel and spaceship, a transformative experience that has long set the standard for adults-only retreats. The only problem here is the withdrawal when you come back to earth.   Cap Maison This is Saint Lucia’s hotel for gourmands, for those who love good, old-fashioned luxury, the kind you find in world-class restaurants, in gastronomically-inclined beach bars and in voluptuously designed hotel rooms. This is the essence of boutique hospitality.   The Landings You can travel across the island and not find better service than you get at The Landings, perched on a gorgeous stretch of beach in view of Saint Lucia’s Pigeon Island. This is one of the island’s best beach hotels, and it’s got some of its most comfortable rooms, with the full kitchens giving travelers the chance to experience a different level of living in Saint Lucia. Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort The blinding white sand and position at the base of Gros Piton provide for an intoxicating ambience, one that’s only enhanced by the amenities from on-the-sand bungalows to the ethereal Rainforest Spa. That’s without mentioning one of our favorite bars on the island, the rum-focused Cane Bar.   Ti Kaye This has long been one of Saint Lucia’s best-kept secrets. There are just 33 cottages and rooms at this adults-only resort, with breezy oceanfront accommodations and a locally-focused spa. But the real standout is the food and beverage offering, which includes the largest underground wine cellar on the whole island. Fond Doux Whether you stay here for one night or a week, a stop at Fond Doux is a must for those in search of the essence of Saint Lucia. Set on a 250-year-old plantation, travelers here become immersed in the natural splendor of the island, from freshly-grown cacao to a host of nature trails. When you stay here, you’re right in the heart of the rainforest — and it’s not an experience you’ll soon forget.   Bay Gardens Beach Resort You won’t find a better value anywhere in Saint Lucia than this Reduit Beach standout, long one of the most beloved Saint Lucia resorts. And if you want to hop around, it’s part of a burgeoning collection of hotels, from the Bay Gardens Marina Haven to a new villa collection called Water’s Edge. Stonefield Villa Resort This is a place that just oozes romance and authenticity, with a collection of 17 one, two, three and five-bedroom villas in view of the Pitons. And, yes, they’re full-fledged villas, each of which boasts its own private pool and outdoor shower. This is a place for serenity and seclusion, where you’ll enjoy a very different kind of life in Saint Lucia.   St James’s Club Morgan Bay It’s a classic Caribbean all-inclusive, but it’s also got the laid-back ambience Saint Lucia is famous for. That’s a rather delightful combination. Here, you get six restaurants, six bars, four pools (including a spectacular rooftop adults-only pool near the spa) and a wonderful location that puts everything from golf to nightlife within very easy reach. Sandals Regency La Toc We couldn’t do a list of must-visit resorts in Saint Lucia and not mention Sandals, which boasts three Saint Lucia resorts, including the Grande St Lucian, the Halcyon Beach and the La Toc, with La Toc our favorite for some time. The property, set on a 220-acre estate and a lovely stretch of beach, has nine eateries, eight bars and offerings like unlimited scuba diving and free greens fees. Serenity at Coconut Bay The newest addition to the popular Coconut Bay resort on the south of the island is a stunner, with 36 beautifully-appointed suites, all of which have their own private plunge pools. This adults-only oasis is a new level of luxury all-inclusive in Saint Lucia, and instantly one of the island’s most sought-after stays. The Harbor Club, Curio Collection by Hilton This new hotel in the Gros Islet area is a wonderful addition to Saint Lucia. The maritime-inspired design is hip and fresh, the dining options are varied and the pool complex, home to four multi-level pools, is worth the trip on its own. Add that to a marinafront location and you have an energetic hotel perfect for active travelers. Hotel Chocolat It’s hard to think of a cooler place to stay in Saint Lucia than this tiny boutique in Soufriere set on a working cacao plantation. It rather deftly marries the cool and the authentic, with rustic-chic “lodges,” a show-stopping infinity pool and one of the best restaurants on the island. But what you really won’t forget is the joy of making your own very own chocolate bar.

The Top 25 Luxury Resorts in the Caribbean

Great luxury is its own form of travel. It’s a journey away from the ordinary, from the adequate. It’s a journey to the indulgent, to the beautiful, to the extraordinary. The best luxury resorts take you on that journey, working […]

Why You Need to Visit The Palms, Turks and Caicos

By Alexander Britell “We need to come back. Soon.” Grace Bay Beach has that kind of effect on people- the blindingly white sand, the calm lap of the surf. And the good thing is, it’s time to come back. […]

The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean — 2017

Let’s get this out of the way. This list looks different than it otherwise might if a pair of unwelcome visitors named Irma and Maria hadn’t made their way through the Caribbean this fall. Indeed, the storm hit some of […]

The Top 10 Turks and Caicos Resorts to Visit Now

Turks and Caicos is one of those rarefied destinations in the Caribbean, and that’s in large part due to the sheer number of top-level Turks and Caicos resorts. It’s a destination where the pace is just a bit more relaxed, […]

The 50 Best Restaurants in the Caribbean – 2016

The Caribbean’s food scene continues to get better, with a renewed focus on honoring local styles and ingredients and a growing slate of world-class restaurants. And 2016 was an eventful year for the region’s restaurants, with several stellar debuts like St. Croix’s […]

The Caribbean’s Best Hotels For Food

Some countries are culinary destinations; some islands are culinary destinations; and some hotels are culinary destinations. The Caribbean is full of such hotel properties — the ones that view cuisine as integral to hospitality (and sometimes even more than that). These […]

The 25 Best Caribbean Luxury Resorts

What is luxury? Luxury basically means one or two categories above what you’re used to. Luxury is about full service, full amenities and about having all your needs met — at any time of day. A luxury property has the […]

This Top Anguilla Resort Has a New Leadership Team

Anguilla’s Malliouhana Resort has named industry veteran Logan Miller as its new managing director as part of a leadership change. “We are very pleased to have Logan Miller join our team at Malliouhana as Managing Director,” says Laura Rose, Managing […]

The Best Caribbean Islands to Visit This Summer, From Antigua to St Croix

We’ve been saying it for years, and we’ll keep saying it: in some ways, the Caribbean is even better in the summer months. The water is warm. It’s a bit less crowded, a little bit quieter. At night, the trade […]

Why Christina Aguilera Is Coming to The Bahamas

It’s become one of the most prominent concert series in the wider Caribbean: Atlantis Live, the Paradise Island’ resort’s increasingly popular music program. This summer, Atlantis Live will add another big name to its lineup: Christina Aguilera, who will be […]

Travelers Keep Flocking to The Bahamas, From Nassau to Grand Bahama to Bimini

From a boom in Grand Bahama to continued growth in islands like Abaco, Andros and Cat Island, The Bahamas is in the midst of a tourism renaissance, according to new data from the country’s Ministry of Tourism. Last year, foreign […]

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Delta Is Returning to the Island of Barbados With Nonstop Flights

Pristine beaches, grand luxury resorts and the world’s most delicious flying fish. These are some of the reasons Barbados continues to see tourism heat up, and now it’s about to get a big boost from the United States market. Delta […]

The Caribbean’s Newest Luxury Spa Is in the Riviera Maya

It’s the newest luxury resort in the Mexican Caribbean: Maroma, a Belmond Hotel, which reopened and relaunched following a dramatic transformation last year. Now, the hotel has unveiled another major addition: the first-ever Guerlain Spa in Latin America and just […]

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This Cap Cana All-Inclusive Has a New Speakeasy

At the entrance, it looks like a butcher shop from the 1950s. Make it through to the back, and it’s something very different. The Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana has debuted the brand’s first-ever speakeasy, the “Blind Butcher,” a multi-sensory experience […]

Norse Atlantic Just Launched New Nonstop Flights From London to Montego Bay

There is a new way to get from the United Kingdom to the white-sand beaches and positive vibes of Montego Bay, Jamaica. European carrier Norse Atlantic Airways has kicked off its new nonstop service between London Gatwick and Montego Bay, […]

From Antigua, a New Anthem for the Perfect Caribbean Vacation

Romance, adventure, culture, beaches, hotels. They’re all the perfect notes to the ultimate Caribbean vacation. Now, in time for the opening of the Caribbean’s most anticipated new adults-only resort, The Verandah Antigua, a top Caribbean reggae star has turned these […]

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From Puerto Rico to Punta Cana, the Caribbean’s Busiest Airports

Puerto Rico’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is the busiest airport in the Caribbean, according to new data from analytics firm ForwardKeys. The airport, which has seen sizzling passenger traffic growth so far in 2023, is the 80th-busiest airport the […]

Hilton Just Opened Its Newest All-Inclusive Resort in Cancun

Hilton has officially opened its newest all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean: the Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe in Cancun. The new Hilton is a rebranding of the former Royal Uno all-inclusive resort, formerly belonging to the Royal Resorts portfolio. The 540-room […]

American Airlines Adding More Flights as Cayman Islands Travel Demand Surges