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Caribbean Travel News And Deals

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. May 10, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

Starting Oct. 7, Southwest Airlines will launch seasonal service on Saturdays between Kansas City and Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Royal Caribbean International has launched a search for iconic artistry to bring the Caribbean spirit to life on the iconic canvas that is the world’s best family vacation, Icon of the Seas. Caribbean local artists can send their submissions starting today and through April 4 to https://www.royalcaribbeangroup.com/artist-discovery-program/

The World Travel Awards (WTA) heads to Saint Lucia this August 26th for its Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023 at Sandals Grande St. Lucian.

Get ready for the Second Annual Anguilla Culinary Experience (ACE), from Wednesday, May 3rd through Saturday, May 6th, 2023. The festival brings together talented chefs from Anguilla and around the world with food-loving guests at Anguilla’s world-class resorts, luxury villas and bespoke restaurants.

The countdown is one to the 25th St. Kitts Music Festival from 22-24 June 2023 that will feature talent like Chronixx, Koffee, Govana, Skillibeng, Air Supply, Valiant, Patrice Roberts, Skinny Fabulous, Byron Messiah, and GrandMasters Band.

Come March 16th, interCaribbean Airways will upgauge its aircraft from a 30-seater Embraer 120 plane to the larger and more modern ATR- 42 with 48 seats, on its Grenada to Barbados route.

This week’s deal is Four nights In Jamaica at the Ocean Coral Spring – All Inclusive in the Montego Bay Airport & Trelawny area. Fly from Fort Lauderdale on spirit Airlines between May 7-11th for US $776 per person. Book on CheapCaribbean.com HERE

And Fly from Fort Lauderdale, Fl between May 7-10th to the Dominican Republic and stay at the Bahia Principe Grand Bavaro All Inclusive for USD 538 per person. Book on CheapCaribbean.com HERE

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Bored Of The Beach? Here Are Tips For Alternative Activities In The Caribbean

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Mar. 1, 2023: The Caribbean is certainly a very popular travel destination. Even locals enjoy taking holidays here, rather than going somewhere else. Obviously, the Caribbean is especially popular for taking beach holidays, where you relax while laying on a beach and here, we’re going to explore the opportunities that the islands have to offer.

Sometimes, this is not enough. Maybe you are more used to the excitement of online casinos in Canada or some other thrilling activities. In this case, the Caribbean can still be a great place for a holiday. You just need to switch up your itinerary a little bit. If you continue to read this article you will learn about different fun things to do in the Caribbean instead of laying on the beach.

The Caribbean has many different casinos

If you really love the excitement of casinos, you can actually find possibilities for this in the Caribbean. Namely, there are many great casinos you can visit to have an exciting night of playing games. Casinos are prominent in the Caribbean, and you’ll always find what you’re looking for.

Depending on where you are in the Caribbean, you can have many great casinos to visit. For example, some popular options are Royal Beach Casino and Casablanca Casino. Not to forget the casino with the most famous name of them all, Casino Royale. All of these options will certainly offer an unforgettable night for you.

Try fun Caribbean sports

Being active on your holiday can be actually incredibly fun and entertaining. You simply need to choose an activity that is fun to do. And when it comes to the Caribbean, there are certainly many options for this on the beautiful ocean water.

For example, you can try out many sports that are not possible at all in different places. For example, you could try windsurfing or waterskiing. Neither of these things is possible in many other places, so trying them in the Caribbean makes it extra fun.

Hiking routes are full of stunning sightseeing opportunities

These sports are not the only possibilities there are. If you are looking for an activity that can be altered to fit your physical shape, hiking might be the best option for you.

You can choose a challenging route, that will make you sweat even if you are used to exercising. On the other hand, you can also find some more relaxing journeys, that will be fun to do with the whole family. Nevertheless, you can always be sure that your hike will be full of some unforgettable moments and stunning nature.

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Caribbean Travel News And Deals

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 25, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

The Jamaican government SAys It Will remove visa-free transit for Cubans .Presently Cubans are allowed to transit through Jamaica forup to three days .the Ministry of National Security said the allowance will bediscontinuedon March 13th.

American Airlines Has been forced to apologize to the leaders of Trinidad andTobago as well as St Vincent and the Grenadines For an incident in Guyana. Earlier this month, the airline refused the courtesy of check-in procedures to be conducted on their behalf through a VIP lounge located at Cheddi Jagan International Airport for a flight from Georgetown (Guyana) to Miami.

Grenada continues to build out its sports tourism pillar in 2023. Grenada will host the highly anticipated Grenada versus USA football match in the 2022-23 CONCACAF Nations League international football tournament on March 24, 2023 at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium in Grenada.

The Bahamas Has Teamed With Hidden World To shine a spotlight on Ocean Conservation. The “Our Ocean, Our Future” event will be available through 4 March, 2023 n the heart of Wynwood’s art district in Miami. To learn more and to purchase tickets, visit: ourhiddenworlds.com/bahamas.

Come March 12th, interCaribbean airways will offer direct flights From St. Kitts to Barbados . The SKB to Barbados (BGI) flight will fly three times a week, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, with capacity for 30 travellers. Additionally, the BGI service offers one stop connecting flights to Grenada, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, St. Lucia, Dominica, and Georgetown, Guyana.

Cape Air has begun flying from St. Thomas, USVI to Nevis. Daily flights from Nevis to St. Thomas will depart at 10:15 am and arrive at 11:34 am on flight number 7361. There will be an additional flight from Nevis to St. Thomas on Sundays which will depart at 10:15 am and will arrive at 11:34 am on flight number 7362.

This week’s deal is Four nights In St. Maarten at the Secrets St. Martin Resort & Spa – All Inclusive if travelling from Dallas, Texas from April 22 – 26. 4 nights hotel + flight is now as low as $1,283 per person. Book HERE

And Fly from Dallas, Fort Worth Texas to Montego Bay, Jamaica from April 16-19th for an All Inclusive experience at Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay. Book HERE

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Caribbean Travel News And Deals

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 17, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

The Guyana government has slammed American Airlines for continuing to “pay scant regard” to its requests after two Caribbean Community (CARICOM) prime ministers became the latest high level officials to fall victim to the airline’s policy of forcing persons to leave the VIP lounge to present themselves to the check-in counter. AA has yet to respond to this claim.

JetBlue is launching two new nonstop routes to Aruba from Newark and New York’s LaGuardia airport. The Aruba Airport Authority in partnership with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection also unveiled a major airport project last year with the opening of the Global Entry Enrollment Center, allowing U.S. citizens to expedite their departure from the island.

Come June 26th you will be able to fly between Grand Cayman and Panama City via Cayman Airways. The nonstop service will be operating year-round, with flights on Mondays and Thursdays.

On May 5, Spirit Airline will kick off new non-stop service from Atlanta, Hartford, Dallas-Fort Worth, Detroit and Chicago-O’Hare to San Juan, Puerto Rico.

interCaribbean Airways announces the addition of two aircraft to its fleet and an expanded flight schedule to service Antigua, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent & The Grenadines.

With an expanded fleet, interCaribbean now offers travelers enhanced schedule options and improved intra-regional travel with greater connectivity among the Islands.

It’s Carnival weekend in Trinidad. On Friday Night, the party kicks into High gear with Machel 40 – ‘One Show,’ Presented By Machel Montano.

THis week’s deal is for Montego Bay, Jamaica, where the All-Inclusive Zoetry Montego Bay is offering a 1,449 deal, including flights and a 5 night stay from May 9-14 from Atlanta. Book on Expedia.

And take advantage of the A Vibe Like No Other promotion from the The Buccaneer hotel in St. Croix, USVI. bookings must be secured directly with The Buccaneer via telephone (1-800-255-3881), email (re**********@th**********.com) or via the hotel’s promotions booking engine using the promotion code VIBE2023 before March 1, 2023.

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Caribbean Travel News And Deals

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 10, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

The best hotels in the Caribbean per US News & World Report is out and the winners are as follows:
Cap Juluca, A Belmond Hotel, Anguilla
Jumby Bay Island – Oetker Collection
Jade Mountain Resort
Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France
Tortuga Bay Puntacana Resort & Club

Canada is still warning nationals to exercise a high degree of caution if travelling to The Bahamas due to high rates of crime, especially in Freeport and Nassau.

Get ready to celebrate the first ever Global Tourism Resilience Day on February 17th. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution on Feb. 7th, with the support of over ninety countries.

Princess Amalia of The Netherlands, Queen Maxima of The Netherlands and King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands continue a Dutch Royal Family tour of the Dutch Caribbean Islands.

St. Kitts Music Festival is already counting down to its 25th Annual St. Kitts Music Festival from June 22-24 at the Kim Collins Athletic Stadium. See more at visitstkitts.com.

Anguilla will present its Second Annual Anguilla Culinary Experience (ACE), from Wednesday, May 3rd through Saturday, May 6th, 2023. All tickets will be sold a la carte, allowing attendees to customize their festival experience via anguillaculinaryexperience.com.

Deals abound in Grenada for Spring Break 2023. Little Palace Bed and Breakfast, located close to Grand Anse Beach, is offering a special Group Package for a 7-night stay starting at $1,986 per person. The package includes complimentary airport transfers, breakfast every morning, 4 sightseeing tours, 4 dinners and even a visit to the island of Carriacou.

Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel, an award-winning, Relais & Châteaux luxury boutique hotel, is offering a Spring (March-April) package that includes a complimentary suite upgrade and $250 resort credit with a minimum booking of a 4-night stay.

And Caerula Mar Club located on South Andros, in The Bahamas, has launched three new add-on packages that offer special events and experiences tailored to romance, wellness and adventure travelers. Packages start at $830 per couple. For a complete list of deals and discounted packages in The Bahamas, visit bahamas.com/deals-packages.

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Caribbean Travel News And Deals

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Feb. 3, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

Canada is still warning nationals to exercise a high degree of caution if travelling to The Bahamas due to high rates of crime, especially in Freeport and Nassau.

Antigua and Barbuda has welcomed Arvia, the largest cruise vessel to ever visit the destination. Arvia will be homeporting in Antigua and Barbuda every other Saturday until March 11 2023 during this season.

Aztec Airways has increased weekly service between Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport in Florida and North Eleuthera International Airport. Travellers can now book short-haul flights every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, reaching Eleuthera in only an hour and fifteen minutes.

Frontier Airlines is also launching thrice-weekly flights between Orlando and Ponce, Puerto Rico, with service launching May 4. For a mega deal, book Feb. 11 through Feb. 15 as your travel dates from Miami for a $78 round-trip to San Juan.

The countdown to Carnival is on for Trinidad from Feb 20-Feb 21, 2023 but the party starts earlier on Feb. 17th with Machel Montano’s ‘Machel 40’ party. Caribbean Airlines has added more flights but flights are booking up fast especially from Miami.

The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival will return to the Caribbean destination’s historic Pigeon Island National Park on May 5 and run through May 14. The Festival’s lineup of headline performers will include Sting and Shaggy.

Looking for a music festival? Book for the SXM Festival in Saint Martin and Sint Maarten from March 8-12, 2023 at 8 venues across the island. See more at sxmfestival.com.

Celebrate Valentine’s in The Bahamas a 50% discount and room rates starting at $89 per night at Grand Bahama Island’s Lighthouse Pointe at Grand Lucayan.

Pay $1,199 + VAT for a three night stay at Embrace Villas in The Bahamas. Book at https://www.embraceresort.com/#!/specials

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Caribbean Travel News And Deals

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Jan. 27, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

The Canadian government is warning nationals again to exercise a high degree of caution if travelling to Belize, Guyana, The Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago due to high crime rates. It also warns against all travel to Haiti due to the threat posed by kidnappings, gang violence and the potential for civil unrest throughout the country.

On May 5th, Air France will introduce a weekly direct flight between Cayenne (French Guiana) and Belém (Brazil) – the city of mango trees. The flight will take off from Pointe-à-Pitre and fly to Fort-de-France, Cayenne and then Belem, allowing customers from Guadeloupe and Martinique to also travel to Brazil without having to make a connection.

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville brand is opening its newest Caribbean hotel in Belize. The highly-anticipated Resort will be opening in the Ambergris Caye area in April.
The first rooms that can be booked are available starting April 2nd.

Caribbean Airlines is adding more flights between Trinidad for the period February 12 to 26, for the Trinidad Carnival. The additional flights are now open for sale via caribbean-airlines.com.

Royal Caribbean says The World’s Largest Cruise Ship Ever – its ‘Icon of The Seas,’ will be on the seas by October or November 2023. The nearly 1,200-square-foot ship will hold close to 7,600 passengers and 2,805 staterooms.

Travel from Fort Lauderdale, Fl to The Dominican Republic between May 31 and June 5th and get a round trip flight plus 5 nights at the all inclusive Riu Republica hotel for USD 810 per person. Book on CheapCaribbean.com.

Fly from Houston to San Juan Puerto Rico between March 6-9th and stay at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve for USD 789 per person. Book on Expedia

And just incase you are travelling from Toronto to a Caribbean destination and need to check a third bag, be prepared to shell out a whopping $225 CAD/USD. the first bag costs 30 CAD/USD while the second is 50 CAD/USD.

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Caribbean Travel News And Deals

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Jan. 20, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

Canada is still warning nationals against all travel to Haiti due to the threat posed by kidnappings, gang violence and the potential for civil unrest throughout the country.

Beginning May 5, JetBlue will launch daily flights from New York’s LaGuardia Airport to Bermuda’s L.F. Wade International Airport. On June 15, JetBlue will also launch flights from Newark to Aruba’s Queen Beatrix International Airport and on July 15, JetBlue will offer flights from Newark International Airport to Montego Bay, Jamaica’s Sangster International Airport.

JetBlue will also resume nonstop flights to Guadeloupe’s Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport beginning November 5.

Meanwhile, United Airlines will launch flights from Newark to Bermuda in March 2023.

Here Are A few Hotel Deals This Week You Can’t Miss…

Travel from Houston to San Juan, Puerto Rico and stay five nights at the Hotel Nest for just $738 if you book now on Expedia.

Fly from Fort Lauderdale and stay at the All Inclusive Iberostar Punta Cana from April 2-6th for just $1,118 if you book on Funjet. Book now.

And Cheap Caribbean has a 3 night hotel and flight deal from Fort Lauderdale at the Riu Republica – All Inclusive in the DR for $733 for travel in May. Book now.

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Blue Diamond Resorts Announces the Opening of a Planet Hollywood Beach Resort in Puerto Plata

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News Americas, TORONTO, Canada, Fri. Jan. 20, 2023: In the midst of FITUR 2023, Blue Diamond Resorts, together with the Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic, announced the opening of the first Planet Hollywood Beach Resort that will debut in late 2024 in Puerto Plata. The hotel management company will be one of the main players in the industry as part of the Punta Bergantín relaunch project.

“Following the success of our all-inclusive models in Cancun and Costa Rica, we are proud to continue taking this lifestyle iconic brand to new trendy destinations of high relevance in our property portfolio” said Jordi Pelfort, President, Hotels and Resorts of Sunwing Travel Group. “A Planet Hollywood Beach Resort in Puerto Plata will add great value to Dominican tourism and will be perfectly aligned with the purpose of hotel, real estate, innovation and especially cinematographic development that this great project pursues.”

Located in the northern part of the country, the Punta Bergantín region will offer Resorts, eco-tourism, an 18-hole golf course, a residential development, shopping and even a movie studio. This last concept is very well aligned to the lifestyle concept that Blue Diamond Resorts offers in their Planet Hollywood Beach Resorts in Cancun and Costa Rica.

This new property will feature the signature all-inclusive Vacation Like A Star experience and will bring authentic Hollywood memorabilia to the tranquil Bergantín Beach to delight guests of all ages. From modern accommodations to themed restaurants and bars, sparkling pools, day and night entertainment, relaxing treatments at PH Spa and state-of-the-art fitness facilities at PUMPED, this Planet Hollywood Beach Resort will be one of the top vacation choices in the Caribbean.

Blue Diamond Resorts will continue working hand in hand with the Ministry of Tourism for the growth of this important tourism plan that will generate over 83,000 jobs in the region and will contribute new real estate developments such as hotels and resorts, housing units, and even a movie studio that will reinforce the essence of Planet Hollywood.

For more information about Blue Diamond Resorts and Planet Hollywood Beach Resorts visit www.bluediamondresorts.com and www.planethollywoodhotels.com

About Blue Diamond Resorts  

Blue Diamond Resorts encompasses over 45 properties, exceeding 18,000 rooms in eight countries located in the most popular holiday destinations in the Caribbean. Its nine leading hotel brands include the Award-winning, All-In Luxury® Royalton Luxury Resorts, where Everyone is Family. Whether guests come as friends, parents, kids, couples, weddings, corporate or incentive retreats, or solo travelers everyone is family in these properties that feature personalized services and signature amenities including All-In Connectivity, DreamBed, and the Sports Event Guarantee. To refocus on valued relationships and friendships, Hideaway at Royalton offers an adults-only experience with exclusive dining and preferred accommodations to enhance Togetherness among their guests. Party Your Way at Royalton CHIC Resorts, an adults-only vibrant and effervescent all-inclusive brand to revel in the unexpected. Mystique by Royalton is Miles from Ordinary, offering their visitors the chance to connect with their surroundings in a boutique-style resort collection full of endless beauty and hip vibes. In Jamaica, Grand Lido Negril offers guests over the age of 21, a unique and all-inclusive Au Naturel vacation along with a secluded shore for the utmost privacy. Memories Resorts & Spa offers a vacation designed whether you´re planning a family vacation, reuniting with friends, or just have a relaxing moment with your significant other, while Starfish Resorts provides amazing value, breathtaking surroundings, and rich culture and heritage. Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts invites guests to Vacation Like A Star with an engaging and interactive experience, plus famous pop culture items from iconic movies, music, and sports while you will Dodge the Paparazzi at Planet Hollywood Adult Scene  where your adults-only vacation will be the center of fascination and attention with glam and exclusivity.  

To learn more about Blue Diamond Resorts, please visit www.bluediamondresorts.com   

About Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts

Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts bring big-screen excitement to some of the most sought-after locales for an all-inclusive experience, where guests can Vacation Like A Star. From the pristine shores of Cancun to the tranquil beaches of Costa Rica, these all-ages resorts feature authentic Hollywood memorabilia, a world of flavors, themed entertainment and exclusive activities for the entire family, as well as a premium service with the Star Class category for a full A-list treatment. While, Planet Hollywood Adult Scene, offer an all-inclusive adults-only glam getaway (18+) ideal for a romantic escape or a fun-filled adventure with friends that will turn any vacation into the center of fascination and attention with glam and exclusivity.

This engaging and interactive experience at Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts, includes differentiated brand features and amenities, such as PHabulous Bed, Plugged In, Main Event Guarantee and star-quality accommodations.

To learn more about Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts, visit www.planethollywoodhotels.com

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Caribbean Travel News And Deals

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News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Jan. 13, 2023: Here are the top Caribbean travel news and deals this week in 60 seconds.

Crimes in The Bahamas, Jamaica, Belize, The Dominican Republic, Guyana and Trinidad and Tobago are keeping them on the Canadian Travel advisory list which warns all Canadians to exercise a high level of caution if travelling to any of the six.

Beginning on April 6, 2023 JetBlue will add two additional flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Curacao, increasing the non-stop route from three days a week to five days. The roundtrip routes will be available on a Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday rotation.

From Feb. 15th, Cape Air is launching new flights between St Thomas, US Virgin Islands and Nevis. The new service will operate daily, along with a pair of flights on Sunday.

And American Airlines this week launched a second daily nonstop flight to the island from Miami, making it two flights per week. The first departs Miami at 10:05 AM, arriving in St Kitts at 2:12 PM. The later flight departs at 12:05 PM, arriving in St Kitts at 4:04 PM.

Air Canada is offering Flight & Hotel packages from Toronto to St. Lucia, Curacao and Grenada. Choose from 7 months but make sure to book four months in advance for deals starting at around $1,500 with 1st checked bag free. Book at https://vacations.aircanada.com/.

Spend Feb 28 – Mar 7 in the DR for 7 nights. Get hotel and a roundtrip ticket plus taxes & fees from Atlanta to San Domingo for US $568 on Expedia HERE

Or stay at The Breeze USVI from Mar 30 – Apr 4. Fly from Boston to St. Thomas for $1,108. That includes airfare, room plus taxes & fees. Get it now on Expedia HERE

Celebrity Cruises is offering up a deal you can’t refuse. Available now through March 1, 2023, travelers can enjoy a massive 75% off their second guest’s cruise fare, save up to an additional $800 per stateroom, and get up to $800 to spend on board. The offer is applicable on most cruises sailing now through April 30, 2025, and easily bookable at celebrity.com.

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