Tag Archives: Caribbean

Discover MORE: NCL’s Private Islands, European Overnights, Alaska Adventures and Pacific Itineraries for Spring/Summer 2027

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(IN SHORT) Norwegian Cruise Line’s spring/summer 2027 program spans April to October and includes more than 500 voyages from 20 ships across nearly 30 global homeports. Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries uniformly feature the private islands Great Stirrup Cay (soon with expanded pier, tram, heated pool, and new leisure areas) and Harvest Caye. Bermuda cruises sail… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Yachts Names 25-Year Veteran Ben Trodd as CEO to Chart Course for 2026 Launch

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(IN SHORT) Ben Trodd, a Four Seasons executive of 25 years and former COO of Aman, has been appointed CEO of Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd.—the joint venture behind the upcoming Four Seasons Yachts—effective July 1, 2025. Trodd’s extensive background in sales, marketing and hotel operations positions him to oversee the technical, commercial and crew aspects… Read the full news article

Hilton Signs Elephant Tree Resort and Villas Tobago, Bringing Tapestry Collection by Hilton to the Island in 2028

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(IN SHORT) Hilton has announced the signing of Elephant Tree Resort and Villas Tobago, marking the debut of Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Tobago. Set to open in 2028, the resort will offer 40 guest rooms and 126 fully furnished residences, along with luxury amenities including multiple swimming pools, a spa, a fitness center, and… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean to Redefine Vacations with Perfect Day Mexico, Featuring Record-Breaking Attractions and Exclusive Beach Clubs

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(IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean is set to introduce Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027, an all-new destination that will redefine the vacation experience. Located on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, the destination will feature record-breaking attractions like the tallest waterslides in North and South America and the world’s longest lazy river. Along with new beach clubs and… Read the full news article

Air Canada Expands Winter Sun Network with New Routes and Increased Frequencies to Latin America

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(IN SHORT) Air Canada announces a significant expansion of its Latin America network for the 2025-26 winter season, introducing new destinations and increasing frequencies. With more than 80,000 seats weekly, the airline aims to provide greater connectivity for both Canadian and international travelers, offering increased services to Rio de Janeiro, Cartagena, Guatemala City, and Guadalajara,… Read the full news article

IHG Expands Across Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean with 32 New Hotels in the Pipeline

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(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its presence in Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean with nearly 400 properties in operation or planned for the region. This growth includes significant additions such as Six Senses La Sagesse Grenada, Kimpton Mas Olas Resort and Spa in Baja California, Mexico, and the SOUMA Hotel Lima,… Read the full news article

Montpelier Nevis debuts newly designed guest rooms in October 2025

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CHARLESTOWN, Saint Kitts and Nevis, 2025-Apr-25 — /Travel PR News/ — This summer, Montpelier Nevis will begin a bold new chapter, with the full renovation of five guest rooms carried out by Los Angeles–based interior design firm Wilson Studio. Work will take place during the hotel’s annual seasonal closure, from 13 August to 6 October… Read the full news article

Caribbean Airlines Partners with ECO Canada to Sponsor 3rd Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference Focused on Sustainable Tourism

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(IN SHORT) Caribbean Airlines is sponsoring Day 2 of the 3rd Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference and Expo, taking place in 2025. The event, focused on “Coastal Management for Tourism Resilience using Digital Technologies,” will bring together stakeholders in the tourism industry to explore innovations aimed at improving the resilience of coastal tourism. By partnering… Read the full news article

Marriott International Achieves Record Expansion in 2024, Strengthening Luxury, Midscale, and Residential Offerings

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With record annual signings, the company ended 2024 with 3,766 properties (577,265 rooms) in the development pipeline. (IN SHORT) Marriott International has announced significant growth in 2024, with over 123,000 room openings and a 6.8% increase in net room growth. Its development pipeline now includes over 577,000 rooms globally. Marriott signed a record 1,200 deals… Read the full news article

Hyatt Centric Makes Caribbean Debut with New Santo Domingo Hotel, Offering Culture and Convenience

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Hyatt Centric Brand Continues to Expand its Strong Global Footprint with First Hotel in the Caribbean (IN SHORT) Hyatt has opened Hyatt Centric Santo Domingo, marking the brand’s debut in the Caribbean. Located in Santo Domingo’s Piantini district, the hotel features 130 rooms with local art-inspired decor and four dining venues, including a rooftop bar…. Read the full news article

Accor Unveils The Whimsy Hotel & Spa Saint-Martin – MGallery Collection, First of Its Kind in the Caribbean

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The Whimsy Hotel & Spa Saint-Martin – MGallery Collection is a Dynamic New Development in the Caribbean (IN SHORT) Accor, in partnership with Terres de Légendes, has announced the development of The Whimsy Hotel & Spa Saint-Martin – MGallery Collection, set to open in 2025. Located in Marigot on the French side of Saint-Martin, this… Read the full news article

Kimpton Expands into the Caribbean with Boutique Luxury Hotel in Santo Domingo

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(IN SHORT) Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, is set to open its first property in the Dominican Republic with Kimpton Las Mercedes, located in Santo Domingo’s Colonial City neighborhood. Owned by Megeve Investment Office S.A.S and operated by Iberostar Group, this boutique luxury hotel will feature 130 guest rooms,… Read the full news article

Marriott International Experiences Strong Growth in Caribbean and Latin America Expansion

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The region continued meaningful expansion across all segments from midscale to all-inclusive, and residential to luxury; conversions remained a main driver of growth. (IN SHORT) Marriott International reports significant growth in the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region in 2023, nearly doubling its number of organic deal signings compared to the previous year, totaling 57… Read the full news article

Unveiling Cas en Bas Beach Resort: Hyatt’s Caribbean Debut

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Idyllically situated on the northern tip of St. Lucia, Cas en Bas Beach Resort will offer a distinctly modern and personalized getaway in a tropical paradise (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Wellington Estates announce the forthcoming debut of Cas en Bas Beach Resort, marking the introduction of the Destination by Hyatt brand in the… Read the full news article

Hyatt Opens Secrets Tides Punta Cana Resort as Part of Expanding Caribbean Portfolio

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The 688-room adults-only resort blends modern luxury with a romantic atmosphere offering an ideal escape for couples (IN SHORT) Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Secrets Tides Punta Cana, an adults-only resort in the Dominican Republic, adding to their growing leisure portfolio in the Caribbean. With 688 rooms, this beachfront resort offers a… Read the full news article

Marriott Expands “Check Out for Children” Donation Program in Multiple Regions

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Marriott Relaunches and Expands its Donation Program in the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific (IN SHORT) Marriott International has partnered with UNICEF to relaunch and expand its “Check Out for Children” donation program, coinciding with World Children’s Day. The initiative encourages guests at Marriott properties to make voluntary contributions for each… Read the full news article

Emirates and Condor Airlines Announce Strategic Interline Partnership for Seamless Travel

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Interline activated today for travel immediately Seamless connectivity for customers to 70 points operated by both airlines The partnership will also offer Emirates Skywards members a chance to earn and redeem miles across Condor’s network (IN SHORT) Emirates and Condor Airlines have initiated a reciprocal interline partnership to provide travelers with expanded connectivity options and… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines Expands Service from Kansas City with Exciting New Routes to the Caribbean and Mexico

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Kansas City, MO, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — In March 2023 Southwest Airlines announced that the carrier will increase its presence at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) with new routes and increased service. On Saturday, October 7 the carrier will launch new weekly nonstop service to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica… Read the full news article

Hyatt to Expand Hyatt Regency Brand in Latin America & Caribbean with Panama City Hotel Opening in 2024

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Expected to open in summer 2024, Hyatt Regency Panama City will help Hyatt grow its brand in a bustling leisure and business travel market CHICAGO, IL, 2023-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) in collaboration with Hotel Properties of Panama Inc., announced the planned expansion of the Hyatt Regency brand in the Latin… Read the full news article

World Travel Awards Celebrates Top Travel Brands in Caribbean & Americas

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Saint Lucia, Caribbean, 2023-Aug-29 — /Travel PR News/ — The finest travel brands from across the Caribbean and the Americas have been unveiled at a glittering Gala Ceremony in Saint Lucia. The industry elite travelled from across the region to the paradise island for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023 to find… Read the full news article

Marriott Bonvoy Welcomes City Express Hotels, Expanding Choice and Offerings in the Caribbean and Latin America

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Members can now earn Marriott Bonvoy Points at City Express by Marriott properties across the Caribbean and Latin America BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Aug-04 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International announced that City Express by Marriott properties have transitioned into the company’s award-winning travel program and marketplace, Marriott Bonvoy. Members can now earn points at nearly… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises Announces Winter 2024/25 Sailings: Exciting Itineraries Across the Globe, from Caribbean to Europe and Beyond!

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Six ships to serve the Caribbean Sea with a huge range of itineraries from Miami, Port Canaveral (Orlando), New York City and Martinique In the Mediterranean, MSC World Europa, the trail-blazing first of the line’s futuristic World Class ships, will entranse guests with her design and onboard amenities MSC Euribia’s new deployment in the Middle… Read the full news article

Maldives Named “Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year” at UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022

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MALE, MALDIVES, 2023-Feb-07 — /Travel PR News/ — The Maldives has won the title of ‘Best Long-Haul Destination of the Year’’ in the UK’s Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards 2022, held at London’s Royal Automobile Club on the 19th of January 2023. The Maldives secured the title competing against destinations such as Canada, Ecuador,… Read the full news article

Marriott International’s Deal Signings Soar: Company Signs Two Deals a Day, Adding 108,000 Rooms in 2022

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Marriott International announced that the company’s deal signings accelerated again in 2022. BETHESDA, MD, 2023-Jan-25 — /Travel PR News/ — At the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) in Los Angeles, Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) announced that the company’s deal signings accelerated again in 2022. The company signed an average of two deals a day,… Read the full news article

Tru by Hilton Expands to Mexico with the Opening of its First Property in Monterrey Fundidora

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The game‑changing hotel brand continues its Caribbean and Latin America expansion with opening of Tru by Hilton Monterrey Fundidora MCLEAN, Va., 2023-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — In a year of continued growth, Hilton’s (NYSE: HLT) innovative hotel brand, Tru by Hilton, officially announces the opening of its first property in Mexico and its second in the… Read the full news article

London Gatwick Airport Sees Strong Recovery with 71% of Pre-Pandemic Passenger Numbers in 2022

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London, UK, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Annual traffic results published by VINCI Airports show that London Gatwick Airport served 32.8 million passengers in 2022, which represents 71% of pre-pandemic (2019) numbers.  This follows the airport welcoming only 6.3 million passengers in 2021. Gatwick Airport’s strong recovery is further evidenced by its increased long-haul connectivity,… Read the full news article

Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Launches Early Booking Offer with Up to 20% Savings on Select European Voyages

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Upgrade Your Horizon’ Offers FREE 2-Category Suite Upgrade and Reduced Deposits Across More Than 400 Voyages to Over 500 Ports of Call Through 2025 Plus, Savings of up to 20% on Select European Voyages MIAMI, FL, 2023-Jan-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, is launching Upgrade Your Horizon, inviting guests to enjoy An Unrivaled Experience™… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean launches 2024-2025 year-long and summer Caribbean cruises

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Year-round and Summer Cruises Across Eight Ships and 20 Destinations Make for a Lineup of Adventures in the Eastern, Southern and Western Caribbean MIAMI, FL, 2022-Dec-22 — /Travel PR News/ — On the heels of winning “Best Cruise Line in the Caribbean” for the 20th year in a row*, Royal Caribbean International has introduced its 2024-2025 year-long and… Read the full news article

Swoop announces new flights to Mexico and the Caribbean from Hamilton, Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Abbotsford

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The ultra-not-expensive airline signals now is the time to escape the cold, with more frequent, affordable and convenient options this winter CALGARY, AB, 2022-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (Dec. 12, 2022), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, is setting its sights south with newly added flights to Mexico and the Caribbean from Hamilton, Toronto,… Read the full news article

Four Seasons Resort Nevis appoints Billy Cueto as its new General Manager

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Industry veteran brings more than 20 years of Four Seasons experience to the Caribbean’s iconic luxury resort Nevis, West Indies, 2022-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Four Seasons Resort Nevis, the award-winning Resort consistently ranked by travellers and travel experts as one of the top resorts in the Caribbean, has named Billy Cueto as its new General Manager…. Read the full news article