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June 20, 2013
The Expedia group, the world's largest online travel company, enables travellers to find cheap and discounted hotel accommodation in the Caribbean and worldwide through its network of websites, including more than 20 sites that provide localised offers for travellers throughout Asia, Australia, Canada...
Coral spawning: An annual spectacle in St Lucia
June 19, 2013
SOUFRIERE, Saint Lucia -- Each year for more than a decade, guest scuba divers at the Anse Chastanet Resort in Saint Lucia have been treated to one of nature’s most spectacular performances: coral spawning. Fortunately, the staff at Anse Chastanet’s in-house scuba operation, Scuba St Lucia...
Caribbean high commissioners in London to lobby against APD
June 17, 2013
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (BGIS) -- The Caribbean High Commissioners in the United Kingdom are gearing up to lobby the British government for an ease in the Airline Passenger Duty (APD) and have secured £40,000 to assist them in this effort. Barbados minister of tourism and international transport...
USVI governor pushes for special visa waivers for CARICOM residents
June 15, 2013
ST THOMAS, USVI -- During a recent trip to Washington, DC, US Virgin Islands Governor John de Jongh met with Democratic Senator Ronald Wyden from Oregon on instituting a special visa waiver for residents of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries.
Antigua-Barbuda collaborates with LIAT in destination drive in San Juan, Puerto Rico
June 14, 2013
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico -- The destination of Antigua and Barbuda was represented by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) and the Ministry of Tourism when it once again partnered with Caribbean regional airline LIAT in a destination drive recently held in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Push for more airlift to boost Bahamas tourism sector
June 13, 2013
NASSAU, Bahamas -- Top resorts in The Bahamas continue to push for an increase in airlift, as it becomes a “dog fight” to get planes to the country as opposed to other popular destinations in the region. “The airline business is fairly mercenary. I’m shocked at what we have to pay...
JetBlue flights to Port-au-Prince now on sale
June 13, 2013
NEW YORK, USA -- JetBlue Airways on Wednesday announced that tickets are now on sale to its 82nd destination, Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Beginning December 5, 2013, the airline will serve Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP) in the Haitian capital with one daily nonstop flight from...
Best beach bars in the Caribbean
June 8, 2013
Stunning coastlines, gorgeous beach-going natives, and a purely carefree lifestyle are all well-known characteristics of the island life. Sunbathing aside, the Caribbean also has one of the most active and vibrant nightlifes. It’s true what they say: everything gets hotter when the sun goes down.
Grenada PM suggests ways to make LIAT successful
June 7, 2013
ST GEORGE'S, Grenada (GIS) -- Grenada’s Prime Minister Dr Keith Mitchell said he has made recommendations to the recently concluded OECS heads of government meeting on ways of improving the regional airline LIAT. Mitchell told the leaders that Grenada is willing to be a partner in...
Fly Jamaica cleared to operate New York and Toronto routes from Guyana
June 6, 2013
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (GINA) -- The government of Guyana has granted approval for Fly Jamaica to operate the Georgetown/New York and the Georgetown/Toronto routes from Guyana. Head of the Presidential Secretariat and Cabinet Secretary Dr Roger Luncheon stated...
Surinam Airways third Boeing 737 joins fleet
June 5, 2013
PARAMARIBO, Suriname -- The management of Surinam Airways (SLM) has welcomed the arrival of the airline’s third Boeing 737 on Sunday, which they believe will eliminate delays and cancellations, and increase regional services. SLM expects short-term gains after the addition of...
Saint Lucia wins 'Best Island in the Caribbean' award
June 5, 2013
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia -- Living up to its tagline as “Simply Beautiful,” the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia has again risen to the top and has distinguished itself amid stiff competition as it continues to receive awards and recognition from key travel influencers.
Travel - What is a car relocation service?
June 5, 2013
CAIRNS, Australia -- The popularity of car relocation services has exploded in Australia. However, there are still a lot of people around the world who would hear the words ‘car relocation’ and not have the first clue what you’re talking about. Understanding Car Relocation What is car relocation?
CARICOM transport ministers recommend return of Cricket World Cup hassle free travel
June 3, 2013
KINGSTOWN, St Vincent -- In recognition of the benefits derived from the single domestic space during the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2007, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) ministers of transport are recommending its reintroduction. The ministers made the recommendation at...
Our lucky honeymoon to Tobago
May 25, 2013
I could never imagine, in my wildest dreams that I would win a competition, let alone a honeymoon to Tobago. So imagine my surprise when I had a call from Jill at Golden Holidays informing me that I had done just that! Two plane tickets with B&B accommodation at the at the beautiful Coco Reef Spa.
Seaborne Airlines launches new direct service from San Juan to Martinique
May 23, 2013
NEW YORK, USA -- Travelling from the US to Martinique will be made easier with the launch of Seaborne Airlines’ new weekly service to the island beginning June 1. “This is a very exciting development and we are pleased that Seaborne Airlines has taken over the San Juan – Fort-de-France route...
Five historic adventures on Tobago
May 23, 2013
SCARBOROUGH, Tobago -- Tobago has a rich historic past, having been captured more times than any other island in the Caribbean. Over the centuries it has been fought over by the French, British, Dutch and the Courlanders (Latvians) and each of these nations have left their mark.
Expedia reports increased travel demand for Aruba in first quarter 2013
May 22, 2013
BELLEVUE, USA -- The Expedia group, the world's largest online travel company, has reported that travel demand for Aruba grew by 15 percent year on year in the first quarter of 2013. The Expedia group features more than 140 websites in nearly 70 countries worldwide, from brands such as...
Trinidad and Tobago boasts more than just beautiful beaches
May 22, 2013
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad -- The stand-out Caribbean island duo of Trinidad and Tobago is home to world-famous beaches such as Maracas Bay in Trinidad and Pigeon Point in Tobago but, unlike many Caribbean islands, Trinidad and Tobago have something in store for everyone.
US underwater tourism development firm to invest $4.5 million in Caribbean resorts
May 16, 2013
LOS ANGELES, USA -- Reef Worlds Inc, the leading underwater tourism development firm in the US, is introducing their new experiential Underwater Worlds for the Caribbean at all inclusive resorts with a new $4.5 million dollar development budget. The program is designed to help resorts...
LIAT to replace ageing fleet
May 15, 2013
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (BGIS) -- Regional carrier LIAT, is currently negotiating a US$60 million loan with the Caribbean Development Bank, to assist with the replacement of its ageing Dash 8 fleet with modern ATR72 aircraft from July. Chairman of the LIAT shareholder governments and...
Montserrat online visa service makes it easier for travellers
May 15, 2013
BRADES, Montserrat (GIU) -- The government of Montserrat and Britain’s Department for International Development (DfID) are full of praise for the new online visa system that is making it easier for travelers to visit the island. MOVA, the Montserrat Online Visa Application, which was designed by local...
Trinidad airline fuel subsidy 'subversive', says new legal opinion
May 14, 2013
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (BGIS) -- A new legal opinion says that the fuel subsidy paid by the Trinidad government to Caribbean Airlines is not only "subversive of several provisions" of the Revised Treaty of Chaguramas, but also the CARICOM...
Network of travel leaders convenes for bi-annual meeting in Jamaica
May 13, 2013
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica -- The Sustainable Travel Leadership Network (STLN) will host an interactive discussion on TravelWell, an exciting new initiative designed to transform decision-making in the travel industry, at an event this week in Jamaica.
Flying high at 50, Surinam Airways celebrates milestone
May 13, 2013
PARAMARIBO, Suriname -- For a small nation, situated along the northeast coast of South America, the country of Suriname has a big plus – its own national airline. Surinam Airways (different spelling is old English) is celebrating 50 years of service
Caribbean Airlines status as Guyana flag carrier moving ahead
May 11, 2013
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (GINA) -- Head of the Presidential Secretariat, Dr Roger Luncheon on Thursday announced that Guyana’s decision to afford Caribbean Airlines (CAL) flag carrier status will be communicated to the regulatory bodies...
JetBlue to begin flights to Haiti!
May 10, 2013
NEW YORK, USA -- JetBlue Airways has announced plans to serve Port-au-Prince, Haiti, with daily nonstop service from both New York City and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood. From Toussaint Louverture International Airport (PAP) in the Haitian capital...
Surinam Airways faces huge financial claims from customers
May 9, 2013
PARAMARIBO, Suriname -- Surinam Airways (SLM) is facing hundreds of thousands of dollars in claims by customers, especially in Holland, for delays and cancelled flights since European Union air passengers won new rights in 2005.
USVI marks Travel and Tourism Week
May 9, 2013
ST THOMAS, USVI -- This week has been designated as ‘Virgin Islands Travel and Tourism Week’ by US Virgin Islands Governor John de Jongh. Widely acknowledged as the largest industry in the territory, the statistics on the industry are impressive.
US to pilot international-to-international baggage program in Puerto Rico
May 4, 2013
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico -- US Customs and Border Protection has announced the implementation of the International to International (ITI) baggage pilot program at the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in Puerto Rico.
Antigua-Barbuda seeks to tap into Chinese tourism market
May 4, 2013
ST JOHN’S, Antigua -- Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Minister John Maginley will speak to Chinese authorities later this month in Beijing about renewed efforts to tap into their tourism market. The announcement comes as newly appointed Chinese...
Hotel group expands Caribbean presence with opening of Barbados resort
May 3, 2013
MINNEAPOLIS, USA -- Radisson, one of the world’s best-recognized hotel brands, has announced the opening of the Radisson Aquatica Resort Barbados, set on picturesque Carlisle Bay. The resort recently completed an $8 million renovation.
Aruba promises families one happy summer with launch of new program and deals
May 3, 2013
ORANJESTAD, Aruba -- As families seek the ultimate fun in the sun spots to spend their summer months, the island of Aruba shines brightly with a new island-wide program featuring attractive deals, incentives and activities, starting May 1.
Commentary: The agony of Caribbean travel re-visited
May 3, 2013
Concerns surrounding state-owned airlines in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries clearly exist amongst a wide cross section of the Community. Evidence of this arose not only from the fact that fellow writer on Caribbean affairs, David Jessop, tackled this...
Birdman of Suriname delights international visitors
May 2, 2013
PARAMARIBO, Suriname -- Sean Dilrosun has his eyes on nature. In fact, that’s the name of his tour company – Eyes on Nature. Maybe it should be eyes and ears. He sees and hears what others do not. Dilrosun guides curious nature lovers...
Jamaica secures additional airlift from South America and Eastern European
May 2, 2013
KINGSTON, Jamaica (JIS) -- Jamaica has secured airlift out of several South American and Eastern European countries, which is expected to bring thousands of visitors to the island for the summer and winter months.
Spirit Airlines to resume nonstop Fort Lauderdale-Kingston service on May 10
May 2, 2013
MIRAMAR, USA -- Spirit Airlines is resuming its popular summer seasonal service between Fort Lauderdale and Kingston, Jamaica on May 10, 2013. The nonstop service will operate four days per week on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
US to begin rollout of automated arrival/departure record
May 1, 2013
WASHINGTON, USA -- US Customs and Border Protection has announced that the automation of Form I-94 Arrival/Departure Record is now effective, which will streamline the admissions process for individuals lawfully visiting the United States.
Puerto Rico Bacardi tours
May 1, 2013
Did you know that the Puerto Rico Bacardi distillery is the largest rum distillery in the world? The distillery is located close to Old San Juan. If you are planning to visit Puerto Rico, be sure to include this place in your itinerary.
Barbados unveils new tourism initiative
April 29, 2013
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados -- Barbados will spend $11 million dollars on a new initiative intended to boost its tourism industry. The extraordinary measures outlined in the plan caught the attention of Totally Barbados, which is committed...
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