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Barbados Leads the Caribbean in Cruise Passenger Growth

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Barbados has emerged as the fastest-growing cruise destination in the Caribbean so far this year, posting the strongest passenger growth of any destination in the region through the first three quarters. According to data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization, Barbados welcomed 496,256 cruise passengers through three quarters, representing year-over-year growth of 31.5 percent. The increase […]

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This US Virgin Islands Home Is on the Market for $40M

It's one of the top listings in the Caribbean.

One of the largest and most expensive homes ever listed in the U.S. Virgin Islands has come onto the market.  It’s the most expensive listing on the island of St John, and one of the highest-priced listings in the broader Caribbean.  The property, known as Le Paradis, spans more than two acres in Estate Catherineberg […]

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Why New Hotels Have Travelers Flocking to the US Virgin Islands

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You’re in an ocean-view pool with a freshly-crafted cocktail peering out at green hills. Or maybe you’ve just checked into your rustic retreat on a private island. Or you’re checking out the views of Charlotte Amalie from an exclusive rooftop deck.  In today’s experience-driven travel world, hotels are essential. They’re jumping-off points, adventure curators, and […]

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US Virgin Islands Nominates Jennifer Matarangas-King as Next Commissioner of Tourism

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The U.S. Virgin Islands is poised to enter a new era of tourism leadership with the nomination of longtime communications and public affairs executive Jennifer Matarangas-King as the territory’s next Commissioner of Tourism. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced the nomination during a Government House briefing this week, citing Matarangas-King’s strategic acumen, deep community ties, and […]


Why New Hotels Have Travelers Flocking to the US Virgin Islands

It just got even easier to get to the U.S. Virgin Islands. Southwest Airlines has officially confirmed the launch of new daily nonstop flights to St Thomas from two major U.S. gateways: Orlando (MCO) and Baltimore/Washington (BWI). The new service begins early next year, with flights from Orlando starting February 5, 2026, and Baltimore flights taking off February 7, 2026. All flights […]

25 Perfect Caribbean Beaches to Add to Your Summer Bucket List

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 […]

The Best Beaches in St Thomas, USVI — From Magens Bay to Hidden Local Gems

Some islands have more beaches. But St Thomas? St Thomas has better ones. This is the Caribbean the way you imagine it — bright sand, still water, and room to disappear if you want to. But if you’re just visiting for a few hours on a cruise or spending weeks in a villa in the […]

US Virgin Islands Tourism Is Trending, With More Flights, Hotels and Cruise Arrivals

At the halfway point of 2025, the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism is reporting strong gains across airlift, cruise arrivals, accommodations, cultural events, and global brand visibility. With continued momentum and sustained interest from travelers and industry partners alike, the territory remains one of the most dynamic destinations in the Caribbean. “We’ve reached the […]

The Saint Is the Coolest New Boutique Hotel in the US Virgin Islands

A fresh wave of style, relaxation, and good energy has arrived in the US Virgin Islands, quietly reshaping the St. John experience. Welcome to The Saint, an adults-only boutique resort where laid-back luxury, wellness, and fun come together just steps from Cruz Bay. This isn’t just a place to stay. It’s a place to reconnect […]

St Thomas Is Getting Its First New-Build Hotel in Decades, and Now It Has an Opening Date 

The beaches. The bar-hopping. The shopping. The yachting. St Thomas is one of the hottest places to visit in the Caribbean right now — and now the island is about to get its first new-build hotel in three decades.  The new Hampton Inn by Hilton St Thomas is almost done, and now it has an opening […]

The U.S. Virgin Islands and the Future of Caribbean-American Travel Relations

As global travel continues its robust rebound, the Caribbean stands at a pivotal moment. In 2024, the region welcomed over 34 million visitors, a 14 percent increase over the previous year, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization. The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI), for its part, experienced a record-breaking 2.6 million visitor arrivals inthe post hurricane […]

The Caribbean’s Coolest Boardwalk Is In St Croix, With Burgers, a Tiki Bar and a Beach Taxi

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 […]
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