Caribbean News
JW MARRIOTT CELEBRATES THE OPENING OF JW MARRIOTT ST. MAARTEN BEACH RESORT & SPA
The first JW Marriott and Marriott International luxury property in St. Maarten is set to elevate the island’s hospitality landscape by seamlessly merging luxury and wellness within this highly-coveted destination
Jamaica Awarded Global Destination of the Year
Jamaica has been named Global Destination of the Year at the renowned travel trade show, ITB in Berlin. The award was presented yesterday by the Pacific Area Travel Writers Association (PATWA). The PATWA is a nonprofit international media organization of travel writers founded in 1999 and the awards seek to recognize organizations, destinations/brands and individuals achieving the highest standards in their field.
Turks and Caicos Islands tops the Americas in Visitor Arrivals in 2023
The Turk and Caicos Islands has emerged as the best-performing destination in the Americas for 2023.
Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Named Global Icon at ITB Berlin
The Pacific Area Travel Writers Association (PATWA) has bestowed the prestigious title of Global Tourism Icon upon Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the tourism industry.
Tourism secretary at ITB Berlin: German market crucial to Tobago
THE importance of the German market to Tobago has been underscored by THA Secretary of Tourism, Culture, Antiquities and Transportation Tashia Burris.
Sandals® and Beaches® Resorts Invite Guests to ‘Love and Let Fly’ in Celebration of New Airlift
A new flight connection calls for a landing ovation – and a new set-jetting package for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts guests – as the first-ever U.S. commercial flight descends upon majestic Ocho Rios, Jamaica on February 24th. In homage to the swift and seamless journey directly into the Caribbean Riviera, Sandals’ and Beaches’ new “Love and Let Fly” package transcends traveler wanderlust from the silver screen to the golden Jamaican beaches coveted for decades by film producers and vacationers alike.
Carnival Corporation Announces New Pier Extension for Celebration Key in The Bahamas
Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s largest cruise company, today announced plans for a $100 million pier extension that will double the arrival capacity of Celebration Key™, Carnival Cruise Line’s new exclusive destination scheduled to open on Grand Bahama island in the summer of 2025.
The Bahamas Shatters Tourism Records with Over 9.65 Million Arrivals in 2023
In an extraordinary display of the strength of our country’s tourism sector, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation is proud to announce record-breaking visitor arrivals for 2023, which exceeded the forecasted projections.
Announcing the Newest Hotel in San Pedro, Belize - The Watermark Belize Hotel
Muy’Ono Resorts, Belize’s leading hotel management company, proudly introduces its newest addition – The Watermark Belize Hotel. The newest San Pedro hotel, located at 1/4 Mile North, Tres Cocos Area, San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, Belize, reinforces Muy’Ono Resorts’ dedication to delivering exceptional experiences to its discerning guests.
THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS NOMINATED FOR 8 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS
Experience Turks and Caicos is pleased to announce that the Turks and Caicos Islands has once again been nominated in multiple categories in the World Travel Awards.
Unveiling Cas en Bas Beach Resort: Hyatt’s Caribbean Debut
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Wellington Estates announce the forthcoming debut of Cas en Bas Beach Resort, marking the introduction of the Destination by Hyatt brand in the Caribbean. Set to open in late 2024, the resort, nestled on St. Lucia’s northern tip, promises a blend of secluded luxury and cosmopolitan Caribbean charm.
UN Tourism Secretary-General Outlines Plans to Boost Job Creation in the Caribbean
UN Tourism Secretary-General H.E. Zurab Pololikashvili has outlined plans to boost job creation and investment in the Caribbean’s tourism industry. Mr. Pololikashvili was a keynote speaker during the just concluded 2nd Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre.