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Punta Cana Is the Top Trending Destination for Thanksgiving Travel, According to Hilton

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Thanksgiving may be rooted in tradition — but this year, many Americans are trading turkey and stuffing for palm trees and turquoise water. According to new data from Hilton, Punta Cana is the number one trending destination for U.S. travelers this Thanksgiving holiday. The findings are based on searches for four-night stays between Nov. 26 and […]

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The Caribbean's Greatest Christmas Celebration Is Back in St Croix

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It’s the best Christmas celebration in the Caribbean, at least in our opinion. And now the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism and the Division of Festivals have announced the official dates for the 2025–26 St. Croix Crucian Christmas Festival. The festival will run from Dec. 26, 2025, through Jan. 3, 2026, bringing nine days […]

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This Christiansted, St Croix Hotel Has 300 Years of History, a Tiki Bar, and Is Right on the Boardwalk

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You wake to sails in the window. Masts etch the morning sky, pelicans patrol the harbor, and the boardwalk below begins to hum. Step outside and the rhythm of Christiansted is right there — boats sliding into the channel, seaplanes skimming the bay, café chatter drifting under weathered eaves. King Christian puts you on the […]

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25 Perfect Caribbean Beaches to Add to Your Summer Bucket List

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There’s nothing like a Caribbean beach in summer. The crowds thin out, the winds relax, and the islands start breathing in a different way. The beaches you thought you knew feel new again— stretches of sand once packed with winter crowds now stretch wide open, waiting just for you. It’s the time when the Caribbean […]


This Christiansted, St Croix Hotel Has 300 Years of History, a Tiki Bar, and Is Right on the Boardwalk

There’s something magnetic about the Christiansted Boardwalk on St. Croix. It’s not just a place—it’s a vibe, a rhythm, a living postcard of Caribbean life. Stretching along the harbor, this wooden promenade is where history, culture, and island energy converge, making it arguably the coolest boardwalk in the Caribbean, at least in my opinion. Christiansted […]

The Best Adults-Only Resorts in the Caribbean Right Now

Looking for a relaxing, kid-free Caribbean getaway? The Caribbean is home to some of the world’s best adults-only resorts, from all-inclusive luxury hideaways in Jamaica to boutique romantic escapes in Antigua. Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, a couples’ retreat, or a peaceful solo vacation, these adults-only Caribbean resorts offer the perfect blend of privacy, pampering, […]

6 Caribbean Islands Americans Can Visit Without a Passport

You don’t need to leave the country to find turquoise water, white sand, and that unmistakable Caribbean breeze. For U.S. citizens, several Caribbean destinations offer a full island experience—with no passport required. Whether you’re looking for a weekend escape or a longer tropical recharge, these places combine accessibility with island charm. Here are six Caribbean […]

St. Croix Is Looking to Become a Caribbean Capital Markets Hub

A new partnership between 5 STAR BDM and SEDI-CASE aims to position St. Croix as the capital markets hub of the Caribbean, in a bid to boost regional trade, expand access to capital, and drive inclusive economic growth. US Virgin ISlands Governor Albert Bryan Jr., Grant McGaugh, CEO of 5 STAR BDM, and Anthony Weeks, […]

American Airlines Is Adding a New Flight to St Croix, Where Beaches, Forts and Food Await

The yellow grandeur of Fort Christiansvaern. The bubbly brunch at The Fred. Torch-lit dinners at Savant. Lazy days on Cane Bay. St Croix is a vibe all its own, and the US Virgin Islands’ biggest island is increasingly a home for sophisticated, adventurous travelers.  Starting this fall, it’s getting even easier to reach. Beginning Dec. […]

Beach of the Day: Sandy Point in St Croix 

Christiansted has long been the fulcrum of St Croix’s tourism energy. It’s not exactly a surprise: from the buzzing culinary scene (including two of the 50 best restaurants in the Caribbean) to the history to the Buccaneer (one of the region’s truly legendary places to stay), it remains one of the Caribbean’s most authentic, most […]

Where to Stay in the US Virgin Islands This Summer: Top Boutique Hotels, All-Inclusive Resorts, and Hidden Villa Gems

If you’re planning a summer escape to the US Virgin Islands, you’re in for more than just turquoise water and postcard-perfect beaches. From chic boutique hotels in St. Thomas to beachfront resorts in St. Croix, the USVI is packed with unique places to stay — whether you’re dreaming of all-inclusive luxury or a tucked-away villa […]

This US Virgin Islands Resort Is For Sale 

A 50-cottage beach resort in the US Virgin Islands is now on the market, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned.  The property has been listed for sale for $11.9 million, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. So what is it?  It’s the Bungalows on the Bay resort, which has 50 cottages, a beachside bar and restaurant, a […]