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Marriott Just Opened a New Autograph Collection Hotel in the Dominican Republic

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For years, Las Terrenas has been one of the Dominican Republic’s most quietly beautiful destinations — a coastal town known for its long beaches, independent hotels, and relaxed pace, far removed from the country’s larger resort hubs. Unlike Punta Cana or La Romana, Las Terrenas has grown organically, shaped more by boutique properties and local […]

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This Is Your Next Caribbean Cocktail

Finding a stormy cocktail for a calm afternoon By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon CJ Travel Editor Hurricane season is finally behind us but at Aruba’s Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort, they’re still serving up the only kind of stormy weather guests enjoy! Made with two types of rum and poured to match the colors of the sand, […]

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VIDEO: Eagle Beach, Aruba

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It’s one of the most beautiful beaches anywhere in the Caribbean: Eagle Beach, Aruba. And the stretch near the Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts is even better: a spectacularly wide, white-sand stretch of sand that will simply overwhelm you. So what’s it like? Here’s an 18-second trip to Eagle Beach. — CJ

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This Caribbean Hotel Just Reached a New Level of Green

A new level of green By the Caribbean Journal staff It’s long been one of the Caribbean’s greenest hotels, but now Aruba’s Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts has attained a new level of green certification: LEED Silver. The designation comes from the US Green Building Council, which examines factors like design, construction maintenance and operations. […]


VIDEO: Eagle Beach, Aruba

Above: Elements By the Caribbean Journal staff A new restaurant on Aruba’s Eagle Beach has debuted with one primary focus: natural and organic cuisine. The eatery, Elements, is located at the Bucuti & Tara Resorts in Aruba, with a combination of indoor and outdoor space, with the latter including an oceanfront deck. And it’s main […]

Rum Journal: A Refreshing Cocktail from Aruba's Bucuti & Tara

There’s nothing pleasant about “sand in your shorts” unless Marina Perez is mixing up a cocktail of the same name at Aruba’s Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts. Originally created upon the request of an exceptionally sandy guest, fresh off of Eagle Beach, this refreshing drink recipe provides a sweet taste of the islands. Marina has […]

Jamaica's Asafa Powell Tests Positive For Banned Substance

Above: Asafa Powell By the Caribbean Journal staff Jamaican sprinter Asafa Powell has tested positive for a banned substance. The positive test came as Powell raced in Jamaica’s national trials last month. The test was revealed as another well-known sprinter, Tyson Gay, was also reportedly flagged for a failed test. Another Jamaican sprinter, Sherone Simpson, […]