Caribbean News
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.
UN Tourism Partners with Newly Rebranded Global Tourism Resilience Centre
Jamaica’s position as a leader in tourism resilience building has been further bolstered following the announcement that UN Tourism (formerly UNWTO) has forged a major partnership with the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC), which is being rebranded as the Global Tourism Resilience Centre (GTRC). It was also outlined that UN Tourism will continue to partner with Destination Jamaica in hosting the Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference moving forward.
St. Maarten’s Newest Luxury Resort and Residences, Vie L’Ven, Launches Sales
Altree Developments, a Toronto-based, multi-generational, full-service development company is set to redefine luxury living in St. Maarten and today announces they have launched sales at their newest development, Vie L’Ven (life to life), a luxury resort and residences with 280 units, that is slated for completion in 2028.
Blue Mountain Coffee Festival Brews Excitement in 2024 with a Blend of Culture, Flavour, and Fun
The world-renowned Blue Mountain Coffee Festival is set to captivate coffee enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs alike in 2024. Promising a unique blend of flavours, entertainment, and a celebration of Jamaica’s rich coffee heritage, this annual extravaganza, takes place on 2nd March 2024. The festival will once again showcase the finest Blue Mountain Coffee and the vibrant culture that surrounds it.
JAMAICA CELEBRATES VIRGIN ATLANTIC’S NONSTOP HEATHROW FLIGHT EXPANSION
Jamaica proudly celebrates the news of Virgin Atlantic’s increased flight frequency to the island. Commencing 31st March 2024, the airline will be expanding their flight offering from London Heathrow to Montego Bay, Jamaica, from five to seven times per week, all year round, with the low season addition of a Saturday and Sunday operation.
PM Holness, Minister Bartlett to Address Day 2 of Second Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference
Prime Minister Andrew Holness will deliver the Keynote Address during the Live Celebration of Global Tourism Resilience Day on the final day of the second Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference. Minister Bartlett will also address the high-level summit.
AMERICAN AIRLINES LAUNCHES NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO ELEUTHERA FROM MIAMI
The Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation is excited to celebrate the introduction of American Airlines’ twice-weekly nonstop service between Miami and Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera commencing on February 3. This strategic addition further enhances efforts to bolster airlift connectivity across our 16 enchanting islands.
The Turks and Caicos Islands’ 2023 Arrival Figures
The Turks and Caicos Islands’ 2023 Arrival Figures Solidifies its Status as a Preferred Luxury Lifestyle Destination
Launch of the first Registry Collection by Wyndham Hotels & Resorts in Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic
FITUR - Alterra Village and Grupo De Valle have announced plans to develop the first Registry Collection hotels and residences. The announcement was made during the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR), an important milestone that will make Jarabacoa a world-renowned destination.
Jamaica to Host 2nd Global Tourism Resilience Conference in Tourism Capital
Plans are in full force for the highly anticipated second staging of the Global Tourism Resilience Conference in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Taking place over a two-day period, the Global Tourism Resilience Conference will include panel discussions, networking opportunities, presentations and lively debates on matters of building resilience in tourism. This group of experts in their collective fields will gather to collaboratively discuss issues that are central to future-proofing travel and tourism to various disruptions moving forward.
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett met with the owners of the Pinero Group
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett met with the owners of the Pinero Group, which owns the prominent Spanish Hotel chain, Bahia Principe, in Madrid, Spain to discuss the status of their multifaceted resort development in St. Ann. The Group owns the Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica, Jamaica’s largest hotel, with 1,350 rooms.