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The US Virgin Islands Is the Caribbean’s Hottest Yachting Destination

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Buoyed by a strong response to the pandemic, the US Virgin Islands isn’t just setting the pace for Caribbean air arrivals — it’s also arguably the hottest yachting destination in the region right now.  From an increase in bold-faced names […]

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Pair of Major Caribbean Resorts Sold

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By Alexander Britell A pair of major resorts in St Thomas has been sold, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned.  An affiliate of Fortress Investment Group has purchased the Frenchman’s Reef Marriott Resort and Spa and the Noni Beach, Autograph Collection […]

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St Croix’s Buccaneer Resort Is Becoming a Wyndham

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The signature resort in the island of St Croix is joining Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The historic Buccaneer Beach and Golf Resort will be converting to Wyndham’s Trademark Collection, the company confirmed this week.  The Buccaneer […]

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The US Virgin Islands Just Held the First-Ever “Vaccine Fete”

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The US Virgin Islands has pioneered the return of in-person carnival events with the first-ever “Vaccine Fete.” The event, which was held last week on the seaside in St Thomas, was held to promote a “Vaccinate to Party Safe” initiative […]


Frontier Is Adding San Juan-St Thomas Flights

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There’s a new way to get to St Thomas in the US Virgin Islands, Caribbean Journal has learned. Low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines has announced plans to launch a new service from San Juan, Puerto Rico to St Thomas, opening up […]


St Thomas Hosting One-Night Carnival Event for Vaccinated Guests

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The US Virgin Islands is set to host a one-of-a-kind, in-person carnival event for vaccinated patrons next week.  And while it’s a major step forward for live events in the Caribbean, it has a pair of broader purposes: encouraging vaccinations […]

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Spirit Airlines Just Launched Another Nonstop Route to Puerto Rico

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Low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has kicked off another new route to Puerto Rico, broadening the airline’s already-strong position.  This weekend, Spirit officially launched new nonstop service between New York’s LaGuardia Airport and San Juan, Puerto Rico’s Luis Muñoz Marín Airport.  […]


British Virgin Islands Reopens Seaports to Ferry Service

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Ferry service is back in the Virgin Islands.  The British Virgin Islands has officially reopened its seaports to scheduled ferry service, the destination announced Thursday.  That means regular ferry service will now be operating between Road Town, Tortola and St […]


A New Adults-Only All-Inclusive in St Croix

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St Croix’s only all-inclsuive is making a comeback as a new kind of resort, Caribbean Journal has learned.  The Divi Carina Bay all-inclusive resort is slated to reopen in October 2021, according to Divi Resorts.  And when it does, it […]

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Caribbean Photo of the Week: Trunk Bay, St John

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The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Amanda Blakely, who sent in this spectacular photo of Trunk Bay on the island of St John in the US Virgin Islands.  Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? […]


Ultra-Luxe St Croix Villa on the Market for $8.9 Million

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One of the leading villas in the US Virgin Islands is on the market, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned.  It’s called Miramar, and the estate is set on the former Appleton Estate in St Croix.  The home is being listed […]


Dominican Republic Tourism Is Starting to Rebound

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The Caribbean’s most popular destination is getting popular again.  The Dominican Republic, long the powerhouse of Caribbean travel, is seeing positive tourism growth so far in 2021, according to the country’s tourism officials.  The Dominican Republic reported 263,867 tourists in […]


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