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Dominican Republic Keeps Rewriting Tourism Records, Topping 8 Million Visitor Mark By August

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The Dominican Republic continues to rewrite its own records, welcoming 8,005,257 visitors in the first eight months of 2025, according to new data released by Tourism Minister David Collado. The figure represents a 49 percent increase compared to the same period in 2019, a 13 percent jump over 2023 and a 2.8 percent rise against […]

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In Antigua, the Art of the “Boutique” Caribbean All-Inclusive 

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It’s not the all-inclusive resort you might be thinking of.  It’s hidden away on the spectacular Turner’s Beach in Antigua, 29 barefoot-chic rooms, all endlessly private, individual sanctuaries on the sand.  It’s a boutique, adults-only all-inclusive, where many of the rooms have their own private plunge pool, all with outdoor showers, all of them just […]

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Hilton Is Opening a New Aruba Resort 

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Hilton is opening a second hotel in Aruba at the beginning of next year, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The new Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort will be the second Hilton-portfolio resort on the island, joining the existing Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort on Palm Beach.  The new Embassy Suites will have a total of 330 […]

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Couples Resorts to Debut New Look at Jamaica All-Inclusive

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Couples Resorts is set to relaunch one of its signature all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica this year following a major renovation.  The company is nearing completion of a $12 million renovation project of its Couples Sans Souci resort in Ocho Rios, with an official relaunch of Dec. 1. The 150-suite resort reopened in August after completing […]


Hilton Is Opening a New Aruba Resort 

St Barth’s premier luxury resort is reopening for the season on Oct. 28, Caribbean Journal has confirmed.  The luxury resort is also relaunching with a new general manager, following the recent appointment of Sebastien Maingourd as the property’s new regional general manager.  Le Barth, as it’s affectionately known, has added a new wellness offering at […]

A New Look at the Westin Resort in Punta Cana 

Punta Cana’s Westin Puntacana Resort is set to debut the results of a multimillion-dollar renovation project, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Marriott resort is undergoing a major update by owner Grupo Puntacana, with a “refreshing change.” The property closed last month to complete the project, with a reopening pegged for Oct. 15.  The changes will […]

Anguilla Latest Caribbean Island to Remove Testing, Vaccination Rules 

The island of Anguilla has become the latest Caribbean destination to remove its testing and vaccination rules.  Effective Oct. 1, the island has removed all of its entry travel requirements, including pre-arrival testing for unvaccinated travelers.  “With the discontinuation of all pre-arrival testing, we want to ensure our residents and visitors that their safety is […]

This Turks and Caicos Resort Will Tell You Your Vacation's Carbon Footprint

Turks and Caicos’ Ocean Club Resorts has announced a new amenity for its guests: a carbon footprint calculator.  The product of a partnership with Wayaj, the resort has debuted a new Carbon Footprint Calculating Engine to help guests figure out how much carbon has been generated from their trips — and offer ways to offset […]

A New Adults-Only Resort Is Coming to Isla Mujeres, Mexico 

The tiny island of Isla Mujeres off the Caribbean coast of Mexico is getting a major new resort. All-inclusive brand Secrets is opening its new adults-only Secrets Impression Isla Mujeres in December.  The new all-suite, boutique resort is slated to open its doors on Dec. 12, according to the company’s Web site.  The resort will […]

Kempinski’s Newest Caribbean Resort Is In Cancun 

Kempinski has added a Cancun resort to its expanding Caribbean portfolio, Caribbean Journal has learned. The Swiss luxury brand, which already has Caribbean hotels in Cuba and Dominica, has taken over management of the former Ritz-Carlton, Cancun.  For now, the hotel is called the Grand Hotel Cancun and managed by Kempinski during what will be […]

Nick Cannon to Headline New Year’s Eve at Atlantis Paradise Island

Nick Cannon will headline this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration at Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas. Cannon will perform a DJ set at the resort’s ever-popular New Year’s fete, joined by renowned violinist Ezinma, and what Atlantis calls a “can’t miss surprise celebrity performance.” Also on hand will be the Grammy-Award-winning duo The Chainsmokers, […]

Royalton Has a New Caribbean Resort Project

All-inclusive brand Royalton is opening another new resort in the Caribbean, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. The new Royalton Chic will be opening its doors in Antigua, the product of a dramatic reconstruction and transformation of the former Halcyon Hotel on Dickenson Bay. The property is looking to open its doors in November 2023, with […]