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This $28.5 Million Private Island in The Bahamas Comes With Three Beaches and Its Own Harbor

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A 236-acre estate in The Bahamas includes two main residences, guest bungalows and solar infrastructure, with potential for a private compound or boutique retreat. The beaches extend for 4,200 feet. There’s a private boat harbor, a pair of main residences and a network of trails crossing palm meadows and elevated terrain. In the southern Exumas, […]

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6 Caribbean Islands Americans Can Visit Without a Passport

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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 […]

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Royal Caribbean’s Newest Ship Will Feature “Back to the Future,” a 1930s Chicago Supper Club and 40 Places to Eat and Drink

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A Broadway musical. A jazz-infused supper club. And a towering curtain of water in the sky. That’s just a taste of what’s coming to Star of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon Class ship, debuting in August 2025 from Port Canaveral in Florida.

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The "Bolongo Effect": This USVI All-Inclusive Resort Has an Iconic Bar and the Heart of St Thomas 

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You come for the rum punch. You stay for the Bolongo Effect.  And the sound of the waves. And the bartender who knows your name before you’ve even unpacked. And the rum treasure hunt. And the sunsets at Iggies. And the perfect little slice of St Thomas beach. 


Royal Caribbean’s Newest Ship Will Feature “Back to the Future,” a 1930s Chicago Supper Club and 40 Places to Eat and Drink

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. […]

This Year’s St Thomas Carnival Is Shaping Up to Be One of the Most Dynamic Editions Yet, With Three More Stars Signed On

The pulse of the Caribbean is getting louder as the countdown begins for one of the region’s most anticipated cultural celebrations — the St. Thomas Carnival in the U.S. Virgin Islands. With just days to go, the U.S. Virgin Islands has unveiled exciting additions to the Carnival Village entertainment lineup, with a week of high-energy […]

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Newest Ship Is Now Sailing to the Caribbean From Port Canaveral

Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Norwegian Aqua, has officially arrived at Port Canaveral in Florida. The launch comes as Caribbean cruise demand continues to rise, with major lines expanding service from Florida ports, including the recent high-profile launch of MSC World America out of PortMiami.  The 3,571-passenger Aqua is the first in the company’s […]

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 […]

Cruise Tourism Is Booming in the US Virgin Islands, With More Growth Ahead in 2025

The shopping on Main Street. The painkillers at the Mountain Top. Beach-hopping in St John. It’s no secret why the US Virgin Islands is a Caribbean cruise powerhouse, and the destination continues to see strong growth in passenger arrivals, Caribbean Journal has learned.  Last year, some 1.7 million cruise passengers came to the USVI’s shores, […]

Stargazing, Sunsets and Tree Frogs: How Marriott Is Cultivating the Caribbean’s Newest Travel Trend: Noctourism

It’s nighttime in a Puerto Rican forest, and the trees are alive with the a steady, rhythmic chirp. Anthropologist Camille Arroyo points her flashlight up into the trees and finds a coqui, the island’s famous, sonorous tree frog. But this isn’t a nature expedition. It’s just another evening at Dorado Beach, a Ritz, Carlton Reserve. […]

From a Secret Corner of Saint Martin to an Uncrowded Jewel in The Bahamas, 10 Off-the-Beaten-Path Caribbean Beaches to Discover Right Now 

The Caribbean has no shortage of headline-making beaches — Seven Mile, Grace Bay, Eagle Beach — and they deserve the spotlight, too. But tucked away across the region are lesser-known gems, quiet strands with local charm, raw beauty, and the feeling that, when you arrive, you’ve made your own personal discovery.  These are the kinds […]

Hilton’s New St Thomas Hotel Is Targeting a Summer Debut 

St Thomas’ first new-build hotel in decades is planning for a summer debut, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Hampton by Hilton St Thomas, set near the West Indian Marina, is planning to open in the third quarter of 2025, a spokesperson for Hilton confirmed to Caribbean Journal.