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6.1 Earthquake Near Cuba Causes Shaking From Cancun to Florida 

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A 6.1-magnitude earthquake hit off the northwestern coast of Cuba on Monday afternoon, causing shaking around the region, according to the US Geological Survey.  The quake was felt across Cuba, although causing no damage or injuries.  There were reports of shaking as far west as Cancun and the Riviera Maya, with a heavy concentration in […]

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Cape Air Is Adding a New Flight to St Kitts From the US Virgin Islands

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The rainforests. The hiking. The beaches. The farm-to-table culture. The scenic railway. St Kitts is one of the Caribbean’s most diverse destinations, whether you’re seeking an eco-tourism vacation or a luxury getaway.  Next month, it’s getting even easier to fly to the Eastern Caribbean island: Cape Air is adding its first-ever service between St Thomas […]

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St Kitts’ Top Luxury Resort Just Named a New GM

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The infinity pool looking out toward Nevis. The Stone Barn restaurant. The rum bar. The Park Hyatt St Kitts has been the island’s signature luxury resort since it first opened its doors back in 2017. Now St Kitts’ premier resort has named a new general manager: industry veteran George Vlanchopoulos, who will oversee all aspects […]

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In St Kitts, a Haven for Wellness in the Caribbean 

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It’s one of the Caribbean’s top destinations for health, wellness and active travel: the Eastern Caribbean island of St Kitts, home to eco-resorts, adventure and a thriving farm-to-table movement, the latter something we’ve written about extensively in the past.  This weekend, the island is putting wellness again at the forefront for a three-day celebration of […]


St Kitts’ Top Luxury Resort Just Named a New GM

St Kitts is in the midst of a tourism renaissance, buoyed by a new sustainability-fueled tourism branding and new flights from carriers like JetBlue. This summer, the island tapped a new CEO to lead its next tourism push: industry veteran Kelly Fontenelle, who has more than 25 years of experience in the tourism and event […]

“Significant Contributions” to St Kitts Tourism 

St Kitts is celebrating the “successful tenure” of outgoing CEO Ellison “Tommy” Thompson, who helped spearhead a dramatic recovery for the island in the post-pandemic period.  Thompson played what the St Kitts Tourism Authority called an “integral role” in increasing airlift and accessibility, including helping to secure the first-ever year-round nonstop flight on JetBlue from […]

St Kitts Just Launched a New Travel Agent Program With Special Perks and Commissions

The St Kitts Tourism Authority has launched a brand-new travel agent program, Caribbean Travel Advisor has learned.  The new program is running from now through Dec. 15, 2024.  The “St Kitts Yourway”, or “SKY” program gives exclusive benefits and rates for agents, “encouraging them to experience the allure of St Kitts first hand and share […]

It’s Getting Easier to Fly to the Island of St Kitts 

The Eastern Caribbean island of St Kitts is hotter than ever, from its world-famous music festival to a booming farm-to-table movement.  And that’s led a number of major airlines to ramp up service to the destination.  So how are the big carriers making it easier to visit St Kitts right now?  For the summer, American […]

St Kitts Tourism Has a New CEO

The St Kitts Tourism Authority has named a new chief executive officer, Caribbean Journal has learned.  St Kitts has named Anne Kelly Fontenelle-Clarke to the role, effective July 1.  “The wealth of experience Ms. Fontenelle-Clarke brings to the table, spanning over twenty-five years in the tourism and event management sector, particularly in Caribbean travel and in the […]

American Airlines Is Adding More Nonstop Flights to St Kitts

Hiking trails, pristine beaches, organic farms and eco-resorts. St Kitts has been increasingly popular as one of the Caribbean’s most unique sustainable destinations, and now the island is getting even easier to reach.  Beginning this winter, American Airlines is doubling its nonstop flights to St Kitts, Caribbean Journal has leaned.  The carrier will be running […]

Why Foodies Need to Visit St Kitts Next Month 

Cooking competitions, wine tastings and even a Grill Fest. If you’re a foodie, one Caribbean destination has to be on your radar next month: the island of St Kitts.  The Eastern Caribbean destination kicks off its beloved St Kitts and Nevis Restaurant Week on July 11, with the culinary festivities running July 11-21.  And the […]

Sunrise Airways Just Launched Its First Flights to St Kitts, Antigua and Dominica  

Sunrise Airways has officially embarked on its Eastern Caribbean expansion.  The newly-reinvigorated regional carrier began its new flights to Antigua, St Kitts and Dominica this weekend.  The new routes are part of a broader push in the intra-regional market, operated on Embraer 120 twin-prop service.  The new flights help fill the void left by the […]