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Park Hyatt Is Opening Its First All-Inclusive Resort in the Caribbean, With Chef-Driven Dining, Riviera Maya Beaches, and a 2026 Debut

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The list of brands moving into all-inclusive keeps getting longer—and more unexpected. Names once tied to traditional hotel models have been stepping into the format, from W Hotels to SLS, each bringing its own version of what an all-inclusive can look like. Now another brand is joining that group, and it’s one that has long […]

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Passenger Traffic Surges in Puerto Rico, In Strong Sign for Caribbean Travel Demand 

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After a slight decline in the fall, Puerto Rico’s main air hub made a big statement in November, according to the newest data from ASUR, which manages Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.  Traffic in the capital was up 8.7 percent year over year, with total passenger traffic of 1.039 million, according to the data.  For […]

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BetMGM Launches Sports Betting in Puerto Rico 

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BetMGM has officially launched sports betting in Puerto Rico, set at the Casino Del Mar at the La Concha Resort in San Juan.  The company said it was now accepting wagers at the resort through 12 kiosks and five betting windows.  A full-scale sports book will kick off at La Concha later this year, according […]

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Spirit Airlines Is Launching a Big Puerto Rico Expansion

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Fast-expanding low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines is planning a major expansion in Puerto Rico, Caribbean Journal has learned.  Spirit’s expansion will be headlined by the launch of new daily nonstop flights from both Newark Liberty and Boston Logan airports to San Juan.  Both of those routes will launch operations on Dec. 19, 2019.  Spirit will also […]


BetMGM Launches Sports Betting in Puerto Rico 

A newly-certified program By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The Puerto Rico Tourism Company has presented Hacienda Don Carmelo with certification in the Agritourism Program. The initiative is primarily aimed at breeding and training the farm’s 50 horses for equestrian riding. “The PRTC enthusiastically welcomes this new aspect of the Agritourism Program, which we know offers […]

Puerto Rico Governor Appoints New President of Development Bank

Above: Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Padilla Garcia (centre) at a press conference Wednesday) By the Caribbean Journal staff Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla has designated Melba Acosta Febo as the new president of the island’s Government Development Bank. Acosta Febo, an attorney and CPA by trade, will maintain her role as principal official of Public Finance, […]

Suzuki Expanding in Puerto Rico

By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Suzuki del Caribe is establishing Puerto Rico as its link for distribution of marine motors in the region. Operations will be conducted out of the Suzuki Foreign Trade Zone in Sabana Gardens Industrial Park in Carolina, the only distributor of auto and marine motor parts in Puerto Rico. In addition […]

Puerto Rico Swears In New Chief Justice of Supreme Court

Above: the swearing in ceremony (Photo: OG Puerto Rico) By the Caribbean Journal staff Judge Liana Fiol Matta has been sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Puerto Rico. Fiol Matta was appointed by Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla in April and confirmed by the Senate unanimously in May. […]

Puerto Rico Governor Signs Bill on Small, Medium-Sized Enterprises

Above: Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla By the Caribbean Journal staff Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla has signed a bill aiming to boost small and medium-sized enterprises on the island. The new law has several provisions: it reserves part of government purchases for local businesses, encourages the integration of professional and new entrepeneurs […]

Puerto Rico to Host Caribbean Travel Marketplace in 2015

Above: the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan By the Caribbean Journal staff The island of Puerto Rico will play host to the 2015 edition of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace next year. The CHTA announced the move on Monday; last year’s Caribbean Travel Marketplace was held at the Montego […]

Puerto Rico Hosts Tech Summit

Above: Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla at Tech Summit 2014 in Puerto Rico on Wednesday (Photo: OG Puerto Rico) By the Caribbean Journal staff The Puerto Rico Convention Centre hosted the second-ever edition of the Puerto Rico Tech Summit on Wednesday. The summit has quickly become one of the leading technology conferences in the […]

Puerto Rico-Filmed "Crossbones" Makes Debut on NBC

Above: John Malkovich in “Crossbones” (Photo: NBC) By the Caribbean Journal staff New television drama “Crossbones,” which is filmed in Puerto Rico, made its debut on the US’ NBC channel on Friday night. The show, which stars John Malkovich as the legendary pirate Blackbeard, whose real name was Edward Teach. Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia […]

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