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Marriott Is Opening a New Royalton All-Inclusive in Barbados, With a Rooftop Deck, Swim-Out Suites, and Adults-Only Spaces

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The west coast of Barbados runs on clear water, steady trade winds, and long ribbons of white sand, where small hotels and beach bars line the shoreline. On June 1, a new resort will join that stretch in St. James: Royalton Vessence Barbados, an adults-oriented all-inclusive that brings a more layered, experience-driven approach to this […]

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Seadust Cancun Completes Renovation Project

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By the Caribbean Journal staff The Seadust Cancun family Resort on the Caribbean coast of Mexico has completed a major renovation project, the property announced this week. The renovation entailed a complete makeover of its 505 rooms and suites. The multimillion-dollar upgrade included new mattresses, pillows and comforters, new marble showers, bathroom fixtures and accessories, […]

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Curaçao’s Floris Suite Hotel Completes Room Renovation

The adults-only Floris Suite Hotel in Curaçao has completed a renovation of its guest rooms. The Piscadera Bay hotel recently upgraded its suites with a new paint scheme and sleeker to design in what the property called an effort to “make them more suitable for business travelers.” The property offers free Wi-Fi and apartment-style accommodations […]

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A New Look at Jamaica’s Hedonism II

By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor It took two years and approximately seven million dollars, but now Jamaica’s classic clothing-optional all-inclusive resort, Hedonism II, has a new look as one of the premier destinations for nude beaches. Updates to the 35-year-old Negril resort include a redesign of the lobby and the addition of a new […]


Curaçao’s Floris Suite Hotel Completes Room Renovation

Carnival Cruise Line is planning a significant renovation to its Carnival Magic cruise ship. The ship will be undergoing a multimillion-dollar dry dock renovation that will include the addition of several bars and restaurants. The two-week dry dock, which began this week, includes the addition of Guy’s Burger Joint; RedFrog Rum Bar; BlueIguana Tequila Bar, […]

Antigua’s Blue Waters Resort Completes $1 Million Renovation

Antigua’s Blue Waters Resort has completed a $1 million renovation project, the property announced. The changes include refurbished hillside and beachfront rooms and an upgraded fitness center. The hotel, located on 17 acres of tropical gardens on Antigua’s north west, has been on a multimillion-dollar renovation project that began a few years ago. The wider […]

This W Hotel Just Completed a Major Renovation

A big new look By Dana Niland CJ Contributor W Hotels Worldwide has announced that W Mexico City has completed a multi-phase transformative renovation, including the debut of new restaurant J BY JOSÉ ANDRÉS. The renovation was led by New York-based designer Anurag Nema of Nemaworkshop in partnership with Starwood’s award-winning design team, and is […]

Riu Palace Aruba Reopens Following Renovation Project

Upgrades in Aruba By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Aruba’s Riu Palace hotel has reopened following a refurbishment project, the property announced this week. The upgrades took place over the spring and summer of 2015; they included renovations to the property’s buffet restaurant, pool bar, reception area and themed restaurants. The Aruba all-inclusive has also added […]

Belize’s Hamanasi Resort Completes Renovation Project

Above: the Hamanasi Resort in Belize By the Caribbean Journal staff Belize’s Hamanasi Adventure and Dive Resort has completed its recent renovation project. The property’s updated Great House is slated for a grand opening on April 25. The boutique hotel had closed at the end of 2014 to add 10,000 square feet of additions and […]

St Lucia’s Rendezvous Resort Undergoing $12.5 Million Renovation

Above: the Rendezvous By the Caribbean Journal staff St Lucia’s Rendezvous resort has announced a $12.5 million renovation. The changes will mean “significant interior design updates” to the resort’s Seaside Suites and Verandah Suites including new bathrooms, room layouts and furniture and colours. The renovation will also include the debut of a new beachside restaurant called […]

St Kitts’ Ocean Terrace Inn Reopens Following Renovation

Above: the Ocean Terrace Inn in St Kitts By the Caribbean Journal staff The Ocean Terrace Inn in St Kitts has officially reopened its doors following a major renovation project. The 50-room property, which is the oldest boutique property in St Kitts and Nevis, officially reopened its doors at the beginning of this month. The […]

A New Look at This Caribbean Casino

Above: the casino at El San Juan By the Caribbean Journal staff Puerto Rico’s El San Juan Resort and Casino has debuted its newly-rebranded casino. The property underwent an “extensive renovation” that included new systems, products, player experience enhancements and a loyalty club. “Our mission is to provide guests the industry’s most up-to-date, powerful versions […]

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