2026 U.S. VISITOR VISA DATA: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC TOPS CARIBBEAN WITH MORE THAN 20,000 B1/B2 VISAS ISSUED IN FIRST TWO PUBLISHED MONTHS

September 15, 2026 Thousands of Caribbean nationals received new United States visitor visas during the opening months of 2026, with the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana and The…

CHTA PUTS WORKFORCE AT CENTER OF AI TRANSFORMATION WITH NEW CARIBBEAN HOSPITALITY GUIDE

September 15, 2026 As businesses navigate evolving workforce needs, artificial intelligence (AI) presents new opportunities to strengthen productivity, develop talent and support operations. Realizing that potential, however, requires businesses to…

This Caribbean Island Is Famous for Adventure, Authenticity, and Romance — and It Getting a Big Winter Airlift Boost From American Airlines

September 1, 2026 The Caribbean island of St. Kitts is getting a major winter airlift increase from American Airlines, with two daily Miami flights beginning Dec. 17 and continuing through April 5, 2027.…

The Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Is Returning to Barbados in November

September 1, 2026 The Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum is returning to Barbados this November, bringing together hotel executives, tourism leaders, suppliers and industry stakeholders for three days of meetings,…

Nassau Cruise Port Nominated for Caribbean’s Best Cruise Terminal 2026

August 14, 2026 Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) is proud to announce its nomination for Caribbean’s Best Cruise Terminal 2026 in the World Cruise Awards, further recognizing the port’s growing reputation…

PUERTO RICO GRANTS APPROVAL FOR ESENCIA, ACTIVATING $2 BILLION+ INVESTMENT ON THE SOUTHWEST COAST

August 11, 2026 The development team of Reuben Brothers and Three Rules Capital today announced they have received approval to move forward with developing Esencia on Puerto Rico’s southwest coast.…

CTO to Launch Caribbean Tourism Research Forum at SOTIC 2026

August 11, 2026 The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) will introduce the inaugural Caribbean Tourism Research Forum as part of the 2026 State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC), creating a…

Caribbean Travel Is Up 21 Percent This Hurricane Season, According to a New Report

August 11, 2026 Caribbean resorts are entering one of the most value-driven stretches of the year, airlines are trimming fares on select routes, and travelers appear increasingly willing to take…

From the BVI’s sheltered anchorages to the Grenadines’ open water, this is a concise guide to booking a Caribbean yacht charter…

August 4, 2026 A crewed Caribbean charter is one of the few trips where the plan and the price are shaped as much by the calendar as by the destination. Pick the…

CLUB MED ADVANCES STRATEGIC NORTH AMERICAN EXPANSION WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT OF CARAMBOLA BEACH RESORT IN ST. CROIX IN PARTNERSHIP WITH VICI PROPERTIES

June 16, 2026  Club Med, the pioneer of the all-inclusive concept with nearly 60 resorts in some of the world’s most desired vacation destinations, and VICI Properties Inc. (NYSE: VICI), an…

Sandals® and Beaches® Resorts Launch Rebranded Loyalty Program, ‘Island Insiders Club’

June 16, 2026  Sandals and Beaches Resorts unveiled today the introduction of its new Island Insiders Club, the next chapter of its refreshed loyalty program. Replacing the long-running Sandals Select Rewards program (established in…

HERMITAGE BAY ANTIGUA NAMED TO CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S INAUGURAL TRIPLE CROWN

June 16, 2026  Hermitage Bay Antigua has been named to Condé Nast Traveler‘s inaugural Triple Crown, a prestigious new distinction honoring a select group of hotels and resorts that have earned recognition across…