“Commitment and collaboration between the public and private sectors at an unprecedented level is essential if the Caribbean is to realize the potential which tourism presents in elevating and transforming the economies of the region and generating employment at all levels,” stated Emil Lee, president of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA). These observations …
Cheval Blanc St-Barth Isle de France offers little ones the chance to become aqua adventurers, learn about the deep blue sea with the help of the Maison’s resident mermaid, and capture fairy-tale scenes under the supervision of an award-winning artist. On Baie des Flamands – one of the island’s finest beaches – Cheval Blanc St-Barth …
Paradise Beach Nevis, the newest beachfront villa resort on the captivating Caribbean island of Nevis, announced three introductory offers: a special two-bedroom villa rate; a Stay Longer package; and a Sun-Kissed Destination Wedding package. Paradise Beach Nevis is offering travelers a unique villa experience. Built with Indonesian-thatched roofs, hand-cut exposed beams and 20-foot vaulted ceilings, …
The official grand opening ceremony for Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall and Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall, Hyatt’s first dual-branded all inclusive resort in Jamaica, was celebrated on March 20, 2015. Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Portia Simpson Miller, touted the opening as a ‘monumental milestone for Jamaica’s tourism.’ The Prime Minister joined the resort’s owners and operators, Playa …
The Martinique Tourism Authority is projecting another strong cruise season in 2015-2016, with a record 22 ships slated to make their first-ever port calls in The Isle of Flowers between October 26, 2015 and August 31, 2016. The 22 ships represent some of the biggest names in the cruise industry, including Carnival, Celebrity, Disney, MSC, …
V.C Bird International Airport will serve as an important hub for UK based carrier British Airways, as the airline on Sunday launched their inaugural flight service from Antigua to the Turks and Caicos Islands. The route is historic, as it will be the first direct flight connection between the Eastern Caribbean and the Turks and …
All Inclusive Collection has named Julie Vieyto as Vice President of Brand Management, responsible for the implementation and maintenance of both existing and future Hard Rock branded and non-branded programs. “With more than 19 years of dedicated service to the organization and extensive background in the hospitality and travel industries, Julie has grown through the …
Rendezvous, an idyllic and intimate Caribbean hideaway designed exclusively for couples, has announced a $12.5 million renovation that unveils significant interior design updates to its Seaside Suites and Verandah Suites, including brand new bathrooms, room layouts, furniture and color schemes, as well as the addition of an á la carte beachside restaurant, Malabar. Situated on …
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board has launched its newest advertising campaign. Building on the destination’s existing tagline, “Nature’s Little Secrets,” the BVI is providing travelers with a deeper look into what makes this traveler’s paradise a secret worth discovering. The inspiration behind the campaign was developed after a very thorough and strategic process which …