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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. April 18, 2023: Construction of St. Vincent’s first Marriott hotel is set to begin in the coming months, with work expected to start in June or July. The hotel, which will be located in the capital city of Kingstown, is expected to bring a significant boost to the country’s tourism industry.

The Marriott hotel will be built on the site of the former Cable and Wireless building, which was destroyed in a fire in 2002. The hotel will have 150 rooms and will offer a range of amenities for guests, including a restaurant, a bar, and a swimming pool.

The project is being developed by the Caribbean Developers (St. Vincent) Limited, a joint venture between local investors and Marriott International. The developers have said that the project will create jobs and help to stimulate economic growth in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

In a statement, the developers said, “We are excited to bring the Marriott brand to St. Vincent and the Grenadines and to contribute to the growth of the country’s tourism industry. The hotel will offer world-class amenities and services, and we believe it will be a great asset to the local community.”

The construction of the Marriott hotel is part of a larger effort by the government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to develop the country’s tourism industry. The government has identified tourism as a key sector for economic growth and has been working to attract more visitors to the country.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines is known for its natural beauty, with pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and crystal-clear waters. The country has a rich cultural heritage and is home to a vibrant music scene, making it an attractive destination for travelers.

The construction of the Marriott hotel is expected to bring more tourists to the country and help to create new job opportunities for local residents. The hotel is set to open in 2023, and the developers have said that they are committed to working closely with the local community to ensure that the project has a positive impact on the local economy and environment.

The Marriott hotel is expected to be a major asset for St. Vincent and the Grenadines, helping to put the country on the map as a top destination for travelers from around the world. With its world-class amenities and services, the hotel is sure to be a hit with visitors looking for a luxurious and unforgettable vacation experience.

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. April 14, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

Travelers to the Caribbean were among those stuck at the Fort Lauderdale Airport in South Florida this week as a major tropical storm brought unprecedented rain and flooding to the Area.

Delta Air Lines has resumed flying to Havana, Cuba.

The carrier, which paused all service to Havana in 2020 amidst the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, officially restarted the flights on Monday with twice-daily service from Miami International Airport.

It’s getting even easier to visit the island of Barbados. This summer, American Airlines will be launching an additional daily nonstop flight between Miami and Barbados, with service operating between Aug. 15 and Sept. 5, 2023.

American Airlines is also ramping up its service to Barbados from Charlotte, resuming daily flights between Charlotte and Barbados beginning Dec. 21.

The Commonwealth Of Dominica Has Made It On To This Year’s Time Magazine’s World’s Greatest Places Of 2023. See
The Top 50 at https://time.com/collection/worlds-greatest-places-2023/

Carnival in Jamaica is back and invites visitors and locals alike to experience the incredible atmosphere across the island during the weeklong celebrations from April 12th- 18th. For more information on Carnival in Jamaica, visit www.instagram.com/carnivalinjamaica/

On Sunday, May 7, 2023, Grenada will host an experiential Spicemas launch event at Brooklyn’s Crown Hill Theater to showcase the energy that only a carnival fete can deliver.

The one-night event will provide attendees with an authentic cultural experience, including feature performances from some of Grenada’s top artists including: Lil Natty & Thunda, Lil Kerry, V’GHN, Scholar, Scholar, Cryave, Skinny Banton, Alma Boy, Zingo, Inspector and Kush. To purchase ticket visit: https://www.go2fete.com/event/spicemas-new-york-launch-may-7th-2023–usa.html?go2tickets

Fly From Philadelphia To San Juan from Monday May 15-19th and stay at the Boho Beach Club for just $511 per person. Book HERE

And Margaritaville At Sea has launched Ultimate Paradise Pass, a program that allows purchasers to take as many two-night cruises from Palm Beach, Florida, to the Bahamas as they can for the rest of 2023.

The cost is only $899, and with each pass, travelers can bring a guest for free but there are fees involved with each trip taken.

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. April 3, 2023: In the big scheme of things, Latin American countries represent a massive market for the online sports betting industry to tap into. For starters, millions of people that live in these regions are rabid sports fans. While mainstream sports like football, basketball, and baseball attract the most attention, Latin American nations also enjoy a vast array of small-market sports such as volleyball, polo, and field hockey.

It helps that internet penetration has increased with about 70% of people in these regions now having access to online casinos, sports betting sites, and new horse racing sites UK and LatAm experts recommend. Perhaps the most major concern is the lack of regulation. However, this problem is being addressed in many regions.

Which Latin American Countries Have Embraced Regulating Sports Betting?

Colombia was among the first South American countries to modernize gambling laws. A 2015 partnership between the government and the state monopoly Coljuegos resulted in online betting companies being allowed to offer their services to Colombians. Of course, operators must pay a 16% tax on their gross earnings which helps finance the nation’s healthcare system. To nobody’s surprise, business is booming. As an aside, Peru appears to be close to doing the same type of thing although the current political situation is slowing progress.

Quite possibly the most successful Latin American sports betting model is the one introduced in Argentina in 2018 and implemented in 2021. They seem to be following the same type of strategy that has been so successful in regions like the United States. Rather than being regulated by the national government, the country’s 23 provincial governments along with the city of Buenos Aries regulate gambling in their respective realms. There are now about 125 registered gambling sites operating in the country.

Of course, we can’t forget about Costa Rica which has been “regulating”, and we use the term loosely, online gambling for decades. The diminutive nation is home to around 450 online gambling sites. However, Costa Ricans are still prohibited by law from participating in most forms of gambling online and on land.

Then there’s Brazil which has banned most forms of gambling since 1946. While they might be a little late to the dance, Brazil recently made a grand entrance by announcing that the country would allow online operators to open shop on its soil. This is quite a coup for online betting companies as they now have access to another 200 million people. It is expected that Brazil’s regulated sports betting market could have an annual worth of more than a billion dollars by 2025.

Other Latin American countries that either have regulated online sports betting or appear to be headed toward a regulatory environment include:

Uruguay

Venezuela

Peru

Panama

Nicaragua

Mexico

Chile

Where is Sports Betting in Latin America Headed?

One of the main driving forces behind regulated online sports betting is money. Pure and simple. Cash-strapped governments are always looking for ways to generate more money, and the online gambling industry is one of the lowest-hanging fruits. One only has to look at the United States which had some of the strictest anti-online gambling laws in the world until it suddenly and unexpectedly changed direction a few years ago. Those revenues are simply too hard to pass up even if online sports betting comes with certain downsides.

The future of legal online sports betting in Latin America is bright. With over 420 million people in South America alone, betting companies are licking their lips at the prospect of entering the market. As you have seen, many Latin American governments have already embraced those companies and the revenues that they bring with them. It’s a good bet to say that other Latin American countries will inevitably follow suit.

But it isn’t just the various governments that benefit from legal sports betting. We must also consider that regulated markets are much safer and fairer for Latin Americans who engage in sports betting. They know that regulated sites must adhere to high standards and operate with integrity. Bettors are far less likely to fall victim to scam sites that do dishonest things like refusing to pay players their winnings.

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. March 24, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

Tributes are being paid to a British man, who drowned while on a sailing trip off the coast of St Vincent and the Grenadines with his wife.

Gareth Weekes, a former journalist and editor for the Bournemouth Echo, was snorkelling on March 8th when tragedy struck.

The 77-year-old father of three was an avid sailor who was remembered by his family as an adventurer and lover of life.

The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) has launched a search to fill the World’s Easiest Job, inviting travelers to apply for a chance to be Aruba’s weatherperson for a limited time.

Apply through March 31, 2023 at Aruba.com/WorldsEasiestJob , to enter for a chance to win a 6-night, 7-day trip for two to Aruba to forecast the latest weather report on Aruba’s social channels.

Disney Cruise Line has revealed the inaugural 2024 dates and select itineraries for Lighthouse Point, its newest island destination in The Bahamas.

Disney Magic will sail from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to the cruise line’s newest beach retreat on the Bahamian island of Eleuthera starting next June. Bookings for the new destination are slated to open on March 30.

JetBlue is adding additional service to the destination in time for its biggest cultural festival, Spicemas. From August 7 to September 1, 2023, the carrier will operate a second daily nonstop flight, a 162-seat A320, leaving New York’s John F. Kennedy (JFK) airport at 9:50 p.m. and arriving at Grenada’s Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND) at 2:47 a.m. The returning flight departs GND at 5:01 a.m. and arrives at JFK at 9:57 a.m.

Caribbean Airlines will increase its service to Dominica from Trinidad by adding a return service on Fridays beginning April 7, 2023. Travelers can now fly from POS, Trinidad on Thursdays and Fridays (beginning April 7, 2023) and depart Dominica on Mondays via Caribbean Airlines.

The Corales Puntacana golf Championship is currently underway at Puntacana Resort & Club, Corales Golf Course in the Dominican Republic.

This week’s deal is an all-inclusive flight plus hotel now between May 30th and June 2nd at the Iberostar Punta Cana – All Inclusive with flights from Fort Lauderdale for USD 703 per person. Book Now on Cheap Caribbean.

And Sandals Curacao has a sale for couples that will run through May 10, 2023, and applies to travel between now and December 31, 2023. Book 7 Nights or Longer at Sandals Royal Curaçao and Receive Your 7TH NIGHT FREE. In order to redeem the offer, guests must use promo code CURACAO23 and register their booking within 72 hours.

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News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, March 14, 2023: Altree Developments announces a new luxury resort development comprising a five-star hotel and approximately 253 residential residences.

Vie L’Ven, is set to arrive soon on the shores of Cay Bay in Sint Maarten. With a prime location and unparalleled amenities, Vie L’Ven promises an experience unlike any other. Every detail of this development has been crafted to provide residents with the ultimate luxury living, from its lush coastal landscape to its pristine interiors.

The resort residences will consist of 253 fully furnished suites, available in a range of layouts, including one, two, and three-bedroom homes ranging from 600 sq. ft. to 6,000 sq. ft. Each suite is thoughtfully designed by Munge Studio with the option to add a private plunge pool.

Additionally, all residences can access top-notch amenities and services, including discounts on superb hotel facilities, amenities, and food services.

“In French, ‘Vie’ means ‘full of life,’ while in Dutch, ‘leven’ means ‘to live’ – this duality inspired the branding of our new development, Vie L’Ven. We aimed to infuse this energetic spirit into every aspect of the project, from the stunning architecture to the unmatched amenities,” says Zev Mandelbaum, founder and CEO of Altree Developments. “Vie L’Ven represents the start of our mission to create an unforgettable experience for our guests, and we can’t wait to share our vision with the world.”

Altree Developments has collaborated with world-class architects, interior designers, and hospitality industry experts to bring Vie L’Ven to life, including HKS Architects, one of the world’s most renowned hospitality architectural firms designing both the built structure and landscape design. Studio Munge is an internationally celebrated and award-winning interior designer whose talents will be brought to public spaces and interior finishes. The design team is supported by a team of local architects and engineers to tailor the resort to the Island’s unique style.

Vie L’Ven architecture and interior inspiration:

The architects and designers behind Vie L’Ven have drawn inspiration from the rich cultural heritage of Sint Maarten, which is steeped in both Dutch and French influences. This duality is reflected in the resort’s architecture and interior design, which seamlessly blend both styles to create a unique and captivating aesthetic.

“Every suite and amenity throughout the resort is infused with this signature style, from the elegantly appointed interiors to the stunning outdoor spaces,” says Alessandro Munge, founder and design director of Studio Munge. “The result is a harmonious and sophisticated retreat that celebrates the island’s history and culture, offering guests a modern and luxurious experience.”

Notable features include:

Exquisite five-star hotel

World-class restaurants

Numerous swimming pools

Beach bar

Private villas

Beautifully designed pier looking out into Cay Bay

Spa and fitness facilities

Concierge services

With its prime location on the island, Vie L’Ven is poised to become the premier condominium hotel resort in the Caribbean.

Site construction for the sales office is underway, and interested parties can register for more information about the development on the Vie L’Ven website.

For more information, visit vielven.com, or visit us on social @vie.lven.

About Altree Developments:

Altree Developments stems from a long lineage of multi-generational experience in the development field. Led by Zev Mandelbaum, Altree is a leading development company focused on acquiring and developing strategic residential and commercial lands in the Greater Toronto Area and the United States. With a diverse portfolio of mixed-use projects ranging from ultra-luxury condominiums to master-planned communities, major projects are located in sought-after communities such as Forest Hill, Highland Creek, and Jersey City, North Manhattan. Our vision is to deliver prime residential locations with long-term value and growth potential. For more information, visit www.altreedevelopments.com

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