Jamaica’s Half Moon Rebrands Villas
Effective today, the villas at Half Moon, Jamaica’s iconic resort destination, will be renamed Rose Hall Villas, operated by Half Moon.
Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman Offers Agent Rates
After a multiyear, top-to-bottom renovation, the new Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman will relaunch next month, and is offering increased commission.
Luxury Hotels Reopening Soon
Scores of hotels and attractions have reopened on the affected islands after hurricanes Irma and Maria, including these luxury resorts.
Beach Enclave Long Bay’s New Luxury Villas in Turks & Caicos
Beach Enclave launches its second phase, Beach Enclave Long Bay, which offers three new villa rental opportunities in Turks and Caicos starting this November.
Explore the Bermuda Triangle’s Mysteries
Travelers can now explore the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle, and explore its theories with Fairmont Southampton's Bermuda Triangle package.
6 Out-of-the-Box Places to See in Cuba
Visiting Cuba gained popularity after Obama lifted some of the travel restrictions, but where should you be sending your clients? Every traveler has the major hotspots such as Havana on their bucket list, but what are other less-frequented and just-as-fabulous places to see?
Saint Lucia Update: Royalton Saint Lucia
The Royalton Saint Lucia, which should be of particular interest to both family and adults-only visitors who seek a reliable level of design and cuisine—and no surprises.
Hilton’s New Partnership Will Expand Caribbean, Latin American Portfolio
Hilton announced a new strategic alliance with Playa Hotels & Resorts in an effort to expand the brand's portfolio of all-inclusive properties in the Caribbean and Latin America.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Debuts Caribbean Shore Excursions
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection unveiled details of its Caribbean Shore Collection, giving travelers a first look at the shore excursions available in destinations such as Bogota, Colombia, and Belize.
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Offers Fall Getaway Discounts
Clients looking for a fall getaway can head to Nassau's Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, which is now offering discounted rates and complimentary benefits.
Top Programs for Teenagers
The following Caribbean resorts provide solutions via well-designed programs for teenagers who want to assert their independence, but also enjoy family fun.
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa & Casino’s Renovation
Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa & Casino, located on Aruba's beachfront Palm Beach, has undergone a $21 million renovation.
Saint Lucia Welcomes New Flights
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority announced the addition of international flights to the island from the U.S. with three major airlines.
Casa de Campo Offers 15 Percent Commission
The Dominican Republic's Casa de Campo Resort & Villas is inviting guests and their travel advisors to take advantage of a few extra perks for bookings made now through Oct. 30, 2018.
United, St. Kitts Increase Peak Season Airlift
For the first time in the nation's history, St. Kitts will welcome a second weekly nonstop United Airlines flight departing from the carrier's New York hub.
Fall Into Savings at Margaritaville Grand Cayman
Margaritaville Beach Resort Grand Cayman is giving travelers an additional reason to book a Fall getaway with its Fall Into Paradise promotion.
Seabourn Heads to Cuba
Seabourn has received approval to begin sailing to Cuba from Miami and San Juan, Puerto Rico, starting in late 2019, making it Carnival Corporation's third cruise brand to visit the island.
Arrive in Style and Luxury at Sandals Resorts
Sandals Resorts is infusing extra luxury into guests' experiences when they visit Montego Bay with the addition of luxury roundtrip transfers.
Endless Summer + 15 Percent Commission in The Bahamas
Warwick Paradise Island - Bahamas is offering a Forever Summer promotion valid for travel through 2019, plus 15 percent commission.
Saint Lucia Offers Summer Promotion with Cash Prizes
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) is inviting both travel agents and their clients to take part in the Saint Lucia Summer of Discovery promotion, which gives participants the chance to win cash prizes.
Ultimate Dominican Republic Escapes With Barceló Hotel Group
The Dominican Republic boasts a rich culture, eco-adventures, exciting city settings and plenty of gorgeous beaches. For your getaway, consider Barceló Hotel Group's all-inclusive beachfront resorts, as well as the renowned brand’s two urban hotels.
Travel Impressions, Karisma Offer August Promotion
Travel Impressions is offering discounts, resorts credits, and more when agents book their clients at select Karisma Hotels and Resorts during August.
Return to Antigua
Travel professionals can’t help but like success stories, and Blue Waters Resort & Spa is surely one of them, what with its renovations and its growth in the North American market.
New Resorts Within Resorts
This trend—of enclaves and even entire resorts within larger Caribbean resorts—keeps growing, so what follows is a guide to special resort sections that have opened and/or will soon open in 2018.
Apple Leisure Group is Expanding
Apple Leisure Group (ALG) is expanding with new resort brands, new hotels in development, and a new travel distribution channel.
Delta Air Lines Increases Service to Cuba
Last year, Delta Air Lines celebrated the first anniversary of its return of service to Cuba, and now the company is expanding its service to the country with the addition of a nonstop flight from Miami.
The Sands at Grace Bay Launches New Hurricane Refund Policy
The Sands at Grace Bay announced the launch of its newly created No-Hassle, 100% Refund Policy, in the event of a hurricane, along with other special promotions.
Update on St. Lucia, Part 2
Prime Minister Allen Chastanet announced a huge road construction project at the recent 2018 North America Showcase in St. Lucia, but that was just part of a fact-filled update on attractions, events, infrastructure, and hotels.
Update on Saint Lucia, Part 1
Caribbean Editor Ed Wetschler headed to the 2018 North America Showcase, where presentations from members of the Saint Lucia tourism community covered more than just hotel updates.
Moon Palace Jamaica Offers Complimentary Flights
Moon Palace Jamaica is taking the idea of all-inclusive to new heights with its new Fly Me To The Moon offer, which includes airfare for travelers.
Sandals Montego Bay Unveils New Look
Sandals Montego Bay—a flagship resort for Sandals Resorts International—has made its debut with a new, reimagined and renovated look.
St. Maarten Resorts Welcome Agents with Special Rates
After nearly a year of working to fully restore the Sonesta St. Maarten Resorts following damage done by Hurricane Irma, the company is inviting travel agents to visit both of its St. Maarten properties through the See For Yourself program.
Summer Specials in the Caribbean and Latin America
Summer may be in full swing, but that doesn't mean it's too late to book your clients on a last minute summer trip, especially with several properties in the Caribbean and Latin America offering special seasonal savings and packages.
Belmond Property Reopens in St. Martin
After closing its doors in order to complete a restyle of the resort, Belmond La Samanna is now scheduled to start welcoming guests on Dec. 10, 2018.
Learn, Earn & Grow with the Revised Saint Lucia Travel Agent Expert (SLEx) Program
Designed to support your efforts and your business, the Saint Lucia Travel Agent EXPERT (SLEx) Program has been revised with an array of new benefits.
The Santo Domingo Experience
Restorations in Santo Domingo, the oldest city in the Americas, have transformed a grimy, decaying Colonial Zone into a UNESCO World Heritage site.
New Fitness Experiences
The expansion of fitness experiences in the Caribbean shows no sign of a let-up, so put down that donut: We’re here to talk about new ways resorts and other businesses are serving the ever-increasing demand for healthy vacations.
Bermuda Hotel Now Accepting Cryptocurrency
Newstead Belmont Hills Golf Resort & Spa is accepting the cryptocurrency Bitcoin as a form of payment for guests staying at the boutique Bermuda property.
Atlantis Debuts New Marine Programs
Launched in conjunction with this month's World Oceans Day, Atlantis Paradise Island's new marine programs will allow guests to get up-close and personal with marine life.
Bahia Principe Closes Punta Cana Resort For Renovations
Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts has temporarily closed one of its Dominican Republic properties, Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar Blue, for renovations.
Melia to Debut New Luxury Property
This winter, Melia Hotels International will debut its newest luxury experience with the launch of The Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real in Punta Cana.
Saint Lucia: Experience Authenticity
Saint Lucia, you might say, is spreading its wings. During Caribbean Week NYC I sat down with Hon. Dominic Fedee, the tourism minister, for his views on what's happening.
Kids Stay Free at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana is offering a discounted rate and complimentary stays for families booking during the Nick Jr. Friends Event.
Martinique: Bienvenue from Caribbean Week NYC
This overseas department of France is the only place on earth where rum distilleries have earned AOC status, so...
Why the Cayman Islands Tourism is Booming
Although 2017 was a great year, with arrivals up 8 percent, the Cayman Islands are on track to surpass it with first-quarter arrivals up 20 percent.
Still Recovering: Post-Hurricane Caribbean Updates
You keep coming across updates on the post-hurricane situation in the affected islands for one simple reason: The situation keeps evolving. Here's the latest on five island destinations from a Caribbean Tourism Organization news conference.
Gansevoort Villas Debut with Special Intro Rates
The new luxury oceanfront Gansevoort Villas—part of the Gansevoort Turks + Caicos resort—are now available for booking and are also offering special introductory rates.
Saint Lucia Tourism Grows, Offers Special Agent Rates
After hitting record-setting numbers in 2017, current figures show continued robust growth of Saint Lucia's tourism sector, proving that the destination is an island vacation that appeals to a wide range of travelers.
The Dream Honeymoon
What is the dream honeymoon? Depends who’s dreaming, so here’s a look at dream honeymoons at six romantic Caribbean properties.
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar
The Grand Hyatt Baha Mar property—part of Nassau’s Baha Mar resort complex, also home to the SLS and Rosewood properties—“is a reflection of something or somewhere in The Bahamas,” says Yvette Edwards, director of sales and marketing at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar.
Bahia Principe in Samana, D.R.
The Dominican Republic’s Samana Peninsula is a gorgeous slice of Dominican beach and mountain views, and in this picturesque setting, there are four unique Bahia Principe properties that speak to each of your clients.
What is the Typical Destination Wedding?
You’ve asked such a good question (smart!) that I broke it down into several questions and sent them to the people of some top-selling Caribbean resorts.
