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Caribbean Room With A View: A Rock Star Suite at the Hard Rock Hotel Punta Cana

Traveling like a rock star in the Dominican Republic By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Even if you’re not blown by this music-themed Dominican Republic resort’s exceptional inclusions (unlimited phone calls to the US and Canada; butler service; and a slick […]

This Former Caribbean Rockefeller Resort Is for Sale

In 1986, Laurance Rockefeller, the founder of Rock Resorts, developed 27 acres of prime beachfront land into what was for decades one of the sought after places to stay in the Caribbean. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from […]

The Bahamas Just Named NBA Star Buddy Hield a Sports Ambassador

NBA star and Grand Bahamian Chavano “Buddy” Hield has been appointed an Ambassador-at-Large for Sports and Cultural Advancement for The Bahamas. Hield was presented credentials during a ceremony this week by Prime Minister Philip Davis at the Office of the […]

Hard Rock to Break Ground on New Caribbean Resort

By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJI To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean Journal Travel Advisor for targeted content for travel agents and advisors. Subscribe […]

Hard Rock Seeking Approval for Jamaica Casino Resort

BVI’s Saba Rock Now Planning to Relaunch This Fall

The British Virgin Islands’ Saba Rock resort is planning to relaunch this fall, Caribbean Journal has learned. The private-island resort in the heart of Virgin Gorda’s North Sound says it will begin welcoming guests in October. The property has been […]

Iberostar Breaks Ground on New Dominican Republic Hotel

Iberostar has broken ground on a new $25 million hotel project in the heart of the Colonial Zone of Santo Domingo, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal […]

Turks and Caicos’ Sailrock Joins AMEX Fine Hotels and Resorts

Turks and Ciacos’ Sailrock Resort has joined American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts, the property announced this week. The South Caicos resort is now part of the collection of luxury hotels that offer benefits to holders of American Express’ Platinum […]

Rum Journal: Martinique’s A1710 Diamond Rock

You’re forgiven if you don’t think much of white rum. For too long, molasses-based white rums have dominated the market, particularly in the United States, offering little other than industrial flavors and the occasional headache. But in the French Caribbean, […]

Sailrock Resort Opening Soon in South Caicos

The largely undeveloped island of South Caicos is about to get a major new resort. The Sailrock Resort is slated to open in the Turks and Caicos on Jan. 20, 2017 and is now accepting reservations. The resort is located […]

Seven Reasons Why You’ll Love a Windstar Cruise

A different kind of cruise By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor There are so many cruise lines that sail to the Caribbean that it’s hard to know which one to choose, let alone which ship and which itinerary to select. […]

At the Eden Rock — St Barths Hotel, a Haven for Art

By Dana Niland CJ Contributor The Eden Rock – Saint Barths hotel is continuing its tradition of commitment to the arts through several new initiatives. The hotel has partnered with the New York Academy of Arts to start a program […]

St Lucia Tourism Off to Strong Start So Far in 2015

Above: St Lucia (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff St Lucia’s tourism sector is off to a very strong start in 2015, according to the government. The destination saw a 14 percent improvement in arrivals in January, with a […]

Hotel Highlight: The Eden Rock St Barth’s Freddy Mercury Suite

Above: the bathroom at the Freddy Mercury Suite at the Eden Rock hotel in St Barth (all photos by CJ) By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor I expected the recording studio and media room. I wasn’t surprised by the tricked-out […]

Rum Journal: Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum — A White Rum That Rocks

Above: Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum (CJ Photo) SAMMY HAGAR doesn’t fool around. After conquering rock and roll music and tequila, The Red Rocker’s recent foray into white rum is on its way to a similarly legendary status. Searching for a […]

Son of Bahamian NBA Star Mychal Thompson Heads to New York Knicks

Above: Mychel Thompson (Photo: NYK) By the Caribbean Journal staff Mychel Thompson, the son of Nassau native and NBA star Mychal Thompson, has signed a contract with the New York Knicks. Thompson, a 6-6 swingman, played in five games for […]

Haiti’s Samuel Dalembert Traded from Houston Rockets to Milwaukee Bucks

Above: Samuel Dalembert By the Caribbean Journal staff NBA center Samuel Dalembert, who was born in Haiti’s Port-au-Prince, has been traded from the Houston Rockets to the Milwaukee Bucks, the Rockets announced Wednesday. Dalembert, who played a strong part in […]

Reggae Star Elan Atias on His New Album and Memories of The Wailers

By Alexander Britell IN 1997, ELAN ATIAS began a musical journey as the frontman for legendary reggae group The Wailers. Since then, his career has brought him across the globe and the industry – spreading his talent across genres and […]

Four Seasons Project Restart Leading Renewed Foreign Investment in Barbados

Four Seasons Residences, Clearwater Bay, Barbados A slew of new projects in Barbados, including at Four Seasons, Beachlands, Cost-U-Less and Fort Ferdinand, could mean a big boost in foreign investment in Barbados, according to Minister of Finance Chris Sinckler. “People […]

The 10 Best Family Resorts in Punta Cana

Keeping children of every age entertained may be one of the biggest challenges to crafting a great family vacation, but these 10 resorts in Punta Cana give parents an edge by offering a wide variety of kid-friendly amenities and activities, […]

The 50 Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean – 2023

All-inclusive resorts have never been more popular. Major brands around the world have been scrambling to add all-inclusive resorts to their portfolios, a nod to sizzling demand for the all-inclusive concept from travelers. But all-inclusive resorts have also never been […]

Sandals Planning Renovation at Bahamas All-Inclusive Resort

Sandals Resorts International is planning a major renovation at its Sandals Royal Bahamian resort in Nassau, Caribbean Journal has learned. The property will undergo a multimillion-dollar renovation project ahead of its planned November 4 reopening, according to the company. The […]

15 Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resorts You Can Visit Now

No other destination in the world is as closely associated with all-inclusive resorts as Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. The beach destination on the east coast of the Dominican Republic hosts around 5 million visitors in a typical year, […]

A Leading Caribbean Luxury Hotel Is Back in St Barth

One of the leading luxury hotels in the Caribbean region is back. The legendary Eden Rock St Barths, set on St Barth’s famous St Jean beach, officially relaunched at the end of last month. The celebrated hotel, which first debuted […]

Virgin Is Putting a Tattoo Parlor on Its Cruise Ships

By Dana Niland CJ Contributor Richard Branson said his new cruise line would be different, and he’s making good on the promise. Branson’s Virgin Voyages has announced that its first ship, Scarlet Lady, will bring tattoo artistry to the high […]

This is the Best Way to Experience St John

By Guy Britton I was waiting at the airport in St Thomas, recounting the history of my time at Mystic Ridge in St John to a onetime colleague I ran into at the airport. “You’ve been living like a rock […]

The Best Caribbean All Inclusives for Singles

Exploring the best Caribbean all inclusive resorts for solo and single travelers By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor More Caribbean travelers than ever are choosing to fly solo, but single status is no barrier to the value and convenience that […]

The Best Cancun All-Inclusive Resorts

There are all-inclusives and then there are awe-inclusives – those resorts that go beyond the usual inclusions to provide services and amenities we never knew we needed but swiftly realize we can’t do without. Here are our favorite “all-you-can-everything” hotels […]

Montego Bay Is Getting a New Riu All-Inclusive Next Month