August 12, 2022 One of the largest European travel and tourism conglomerates, TUI Group, has indicated its intention to expand its presence in Jamaica in summer 2023 with increased flights.…
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Shark attack leaves British boy needing three-hour operation in the Bahamas
August 9, 2022 The family has now returned home to Kettering, Northamptonshire, where the injured boy is recovering and using a wheelchair. An eight-year-old British boy needed a three-hour operation…
JAMAICA’S MINISTER OF TOURISM AND THE LORD MAYOR OF BIRMINGHAM OFFICIALLY LAUNCH JAMAICA HOUSE AT BIRMINGHAM’S COMMONWEALTH GAMES
August 9, 2022 The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Maureen Cornish joined Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Edmund Bartlett for the official launch of Jamaica House in Birmingham last…
Bookings for Long term Stays Grow in The Caribbean
August 2, 2022 Nights booked for long term stays by travelers from US, UK, France and Canada almost doubled in the Caribbean between 2019 and 2021. Travelers between the ages…
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE’S BANNER SUMMER BRINGS GUEST TOTAL TO THREE MILLION SINCE JULY 2021 RESTART
August 2, 2022 In a year of many milestones – including its 50th Birthday – Carnival Cruise Line has reached another important mark, welcoming three million guests since the restart of…
MONTEGO BAY TOPS GLOBAL RANKING OF TOP PERFORMING DESTINATIONS THIS SUMMER
August 2, 2022 Montego Bay has topped a global ranking of best recovering destinations published by media publishing and events giant World Travel Market. The World Travel Market forecasting report…
Dart Acquires Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla
July 29, 2022 Dart today announced the addition of the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla to its luxury hotel portfolio. Dart acquired the property from an affiliate of Starwood…
INTRA REGIONAL TRANSPORT CRITICAL FOR TOURISM BOUNCEBACK AMONG OECS
By: Kimberly Ramkhalawan kramkhalawan@caribmagplus.com July 22, 2022 Eastern Caribbean states are saying more must be done to remedy the transport woes they have coming to and from their neighbouring islands.…
Royal Caribbean Group acquires cruise ship Endeavor, growing Silversea Cruises’ expedition offerings
July 22, 2022 Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) today announced it has received court approval to acquire the ultra-luxury cruise ship Endeavor. Originally delivered to Crystal Cruises in 2021, the…
CDC ends Covid-19 programme for cruise ships
Posted on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Blog July 19, 2022 The end of U.S. government Covid-19 cruise ship protocols is here. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Casago Uncovers “Hidden Gem” in Caribbean Adding Premier Properties USVI to Portfolio of World-Class Vacation Rental Destinations
July 12, 2022 Casago, a leader of innovative services and solutions in the vacation rental/property management industry, today announced its expansion to St. Croix, USVI, by adding Premier Properties USVI, (Premier)…
A NEWLY CONCEPTED JAMAICAN RESORT WORTHY OF ITS STORIED PAST: INSIDE THE NEW SANDALS® DUNN’S RIVER NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS
July 8, 2022 Eager to extend a warm welcome home to the wholly reconceptualized and fully renovated Sandals Dunn’s River, Sandals Resorts International (SRI) announced today that reservations are now open…