Aruba offering free tattoos by locals for a “permanent souvenir”
The Aruba Tourism Authority recently announced the introduction of the “Tattoovenir,” the first-ever souvenir that truly stays with you. The island is offering visitors the chance to get a free Aruba-themed tattoo from a local artist, as a permanent reminder of your time spent in Aruba. “When our visitors leave, they take some of the […]
Five new hotels to explore in the Cayman Islands
Now that the Cayman Islands has been reopened for tourism for a year, the destination is seeing strong recovery numbers, and with that comes a suite of new hotel openings. Here are five hotels we’re excited about for 2024/2025. VIDA Ocean Adventure Lodge The first upcoming opening is VIDA Ocean Adventure Lodge, “quite a unique […]
This massive hotel in Barbados is set on a former castle
Wyndham Grand, the hotel brand known for its upscale accommodations and approachable designs, is now taking reservations for its newest resort, the inviting 422-room all-inclusive Wyndham Grand Barbados, Sam Lord’s Castle Resort & Spa. The secluded, ocean-front hotel marks Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ entrance into Barbados and will begin welcoming its first guests beginning October […]
One of Saint Lucia’s hottest resorts shows off multi-million dollar upgrade
The Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort, a luxurious five-star resort nestled in the hillside on the Caribbean Island of Saint Lucia, debuts a fresh new look following a 12-million-dollar renovation. Nestled in the glamorous hills of the island’s Labrelotte Bay, the resort’s renovations feature new additions, including the revitalization of enhanced luxury estate villas, new […]
The world’s first ocean pool just opened in Turks & Caicos
Wymara Villas, perched on one of the highest points of the secluded Turtle Tail peninsula, a short drive from Wymara Resort is a community of one, four and five-bedroom modern masterpieces located on Grace Bay Beach. Each villa offers guests a private pool, expansive ocean views, and exclusive access to a state-of-the-art sports club. Recently, […]
Celebrity Cruises adds new stops to private island paradise
Celebrity Cruises has revamped its Caribbean program for the summer 2024 season. Starting next April, the Celebrity BeyondSM and Celebrity Reflection will sail to the Caribbean. Not only does the new program double the brand’s number of year-round Caribbean sailings and introduces the first weekend itineraries, but both ships will now offer guests with the exciting opportunity […]
There’s now a direct flight from Toronto to Martinique
A new direct flight between Toronto and Martinique is now possible, thanks to a new route from Air Canada. The launch of the route represents the culmination of a long-term effort and vision advocated by the Tourism Commissioner for the Martinique Tourism Authority, , Bénédicte di Géronimo. This new route offering non-stop flights to Martinique will […]
Hyatt announces expansion plans into the Caribbean
Hyatt recently announced a multi-property collaboration with Be Live Hotels that will include the growth of the Sunscape Resorts & Spas brand in the Caribbean. Sunscape Resort & Spas provides all-inclusive family fun. Children 12 years of age and under can enjoy the supervised Explorer’s Club, while teens have their own space at the Core Zone. […]
Five of the best offshore islands to visit in Antigua and Barbuda
Tropical beaches and blue skies invite you and your family to spend your winter in the welcoming destination of Antigua and Barbuda. Rich in culture, music, and excitement, these sister islands offer a relaxing vibe and the promise of an amazing vacation for both adults and children. Antigua and Barbuda is home to some of […]
A look at the latest hotel openings in the Caribbean and beyond
A weekly look at the latest hotel and resort news. Cayo Levantado Resort, a brand-new resort under the Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts portfolio, is now open for reservations and will start welcoming guests on June 1, 2023. Located on the island of Cayo Levantado in the Dominican Republic, just a few miles away from […]