Cyndi Lauper Is Headlining a One-Night Concert at Atlantis Paradise Island Next Summer

Jan 17, 2026
If you needed another reason to plan a Bahamas trip next summer, Atlantis Paradise Island has just added a big one. Legendary pop icon Cyndi Lauper will headline a one-night-only beachfront concert at Casuarina Beach at Atlantis Paradise Island on Saturday, June 20, 2026, bringing one of the most recognizable catalogs in pop music history […] The post Cyndi Lauper Is Headlining a One-Night Concert at Atlantis Paradise Island Next Summer appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Caribbean Photo of the Week: A Sunset Moment in St Maarten

Jan 17, 2026
Sometimes you get it. When the time is just right, the light just so. The perfect sunset. And that’s what Caribbean Journal reader Darlene Jordan found in this week’s Caribbean Photo. Have you taken a great photo in the Caribbean? Send it to news@caribjournal.com with CPOTW in the subject line, including your first and last […] The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: A Sunset Moment in St Maarten appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

The 26 Best Beach Bars in the Caribbean for 2026, From Floating Islands to Rum Shacks

Jan 16, 2026
You can plan the flight. You can choose the hotel. You can even picture the beach. But a Caribbean trip doesn’t truly begin until you settle into a chair with your feet in the sand, a cold drink in your hand, and nowhere else to be. That moment almost always happens at a beach bar. […] The post The 26 Best Beach Bars in the Caribbean for 2026, From Floating Islands to Rum Shacks appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Hotel Tracker: You Can Stay at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico From $236

Jan 16, 2026
Beach, golf, rum. Sounds like a pretty good formula, and the Hotel Tracker team found a rather compelling rate in Puerto Rico next month. The Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico is offering nightly rates starting at about $236 for stays during the week of Feb. 1, according to what we discovered on Google Hotels. […] The post Hotel Tracker: You Can Stay at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico From $236 appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Copa Just Launched Flights Between Panama and Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic

Jan 16, 2026
Copa Airlines has officially launched flights to and from Puerto Plata, strengthening access to the Dominican Republic’s increasing popular north coast. The new service is part of a broader expansion by Copa Airlines in the Dominican Republic, which will soon include four destinations across the country. A New Flight to the North Coast Copa Airlines […] The post Copa Just Launched Flights Between Panama and Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Winair Just Launched Barbados–St Kitts Flights, in a Boost for Island Hopping

Jan 16, 2026
The approach into St Kitts is intimate. Green hills roll toward the sea, Basseterre’s waterfront curves into view, and the island reveals itself slowly from the air. This week, that arrival became easier for travelers coming from Barbados, as regional carrier Winair operated its first-ever nonstop flight between the two destinations. The new Barbados–St Kitts […] The post Winair Just Launched Barbados–St Kitts Flights, in a Boost for Island Hopping appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Azamara Cruises Is Giving Its Ships a Major Onboard Refresh

Jan 16, 2026
Azamara Cruises is preparing its fleet for a major onboard refresh, one that touches nearly every part of the guest experience. The small-ship cruise line has unveiled Azamara Forward, a fleetwide renovation and enhancement program introducing new suites, redesigned dining and nightlife venues, refreshed staterooms, and upgraded public spaces, beginning with Azamara Quest in December 2026. The program […] The post Azamara Cruises Is Giving Its Ships a Major Onboard Refresh appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

$150M World Bank loan accelerates Jamaica power repairs

Jan 16, 2026
Jamaica’s government announced that a $150 million World Bank loan, fast-tracked after superstorm Melissa battered the country last October, has significantly helped restore power to some affected areas. Minister of Energy Daryl Vaz told parliament this week that the money enabled the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) to speed up power restoration in several devastated … Read More

Brooklyn, Bronx leaders honor MLK’s legacy ahead of holiday

Jan 16, 2026
As the nation prepares to observe the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (MLK Day) on Monday, Jan. 19, Brooklyn Council Member Crystal Hudson, Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson, and the Brooklyn Democratic Party have joined elected officials and the community in celebrating the life and legacy of the slain civil rights leader. … Read More

PM Holness says Jamaicans must develop the island

Jan 16, 2026
The initial shock and disappointment over the US pausing approvals for immigrant and permanent visas this week appear to have subsided. Now, Caribbean community governments are responding to this development in a measured manner. Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness, for example, says Jamaicans must accept that the world is changing rapidly and that anti-immigration sentiment … Read More

Sandals’ Newest All-Inclusive Rooms in the Caribbean Have Private Pools, Rooftops, and Butlers — And Now They’re Bookable 

Jan 16, 2026
You wake up to green hills rising behind you, the curve of Buccament Bay just beyond the palms. Your pool is steps from the bed. The morning is quiet, the kind of quiet that feels earned. At Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (one of our top luxury all-inclusives for 2026), a new collection of […] The post Sandals’ Newest All-Inclusive Rooms in the Caribbean Have Private Pools, Rooftops, and Butlers — And Now They’re Bookable  appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

From dishwasher to chef-owner: Kingsley John comes full circle

Jan 15, 2026
Thirty-five years after starting as a dishwasher, Kingsley John has come full circle. John, a St. Lucian native, has returned to the same Upper West Side address where his culinary journey began, this time as the owner and executive chef of Bar Manje. This new dinner destination aims to broaden the understanding of Caribbean food … Read More

Curaçao Continues to Surge as One of the Caribbean’s Fastest-Growing Destinations

Jan 15, 2026
Curaçao’s growth is showing up in familiar places. It’s there in the steady hum along the Handelskade, in the fuller tables at waterfront restaurants in Pietermaai, and in the growing lineups at beach clubs on the island’s western shore, from Cas Abao to Playa Kalki. Across the island, the rhythm feels busier, more confident, and […] The post Curaçao Continues to Surge as One of the Caribbean’s Fastest-Growing Destinations appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Dominica launches national gospel festival ‘Glory in Paradise’

Jan 15, 2026
Dominica’s Ministry of Tourism and Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has launched the National Gospel Festival, “Glory in Paradise,” in collaboration with faith-based and community partners. The first festival will be held on Feb. 28, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Windsor Park Sports Stadium. The announcement was made during a press conference hosted by DDA in … Read More

1SkiOG drops ‘Have You Ever’

Jan 15, 2026
In an age of digital noise drowning out artistry, Dancehall artist 1SkiOG cuts through with force and originality. With a plethora of releases that resonate with his growing global fan base, the young star is poised and well-equipped for success in his upcoming musical year, according to 1SkiOG’s manager, Romario English. To close out 2025, … Read More

More visa suspensions for CARICOM nations

Jan 14, 2026
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Caribbean Life — The State Department is slapping sweeping immigrant or permanent visa processing suspensions on dozens of countries around the world, including the entire group of Eastern Caribbean nations, an announcement stated on Wednesday. The suspensions come on top of similarly punishing suspensions imposed on Dominican and Antiguan citizens by the Trump … Read More

Barbados under pressure

Jan 14, 2026
Barbados’ government says it expects a call from the Trump administration at any time regarding the acceptance of deportees from the US whose home countries have not agreed to their return, noting that an approach from Washington is likely. Minister of Foreign Affairs Kerrie Symmonds says it is clear to the cabinet that the State … Read More

Caribbean politicians applaud universal childcare for children under five

Jan 14, 2026
Following Gov. Kathy Hochul’s announcement on Thursday, Jan. 8, to provide universal childcare for children under five years old across the state, Caribbean-American elected officials joined their legislative colleagues, leaders in the childcare space, advocates, unions, educators, and parents in voicing support for this unprecedented investment. The landmark collaborative announcement by Hochul and Mayor Zohran … Read More

Census shows surge

Jan 14, 2026
Delayed for months, the finance ministry on Monday released results from Guyana’s latest population census, revealing the country’s population surged by nearly 132,000 people since the last count in 2012. Recording a 17.63 % growth, the ministry stated that increases had been recorded in all 10 administrative regions, including far-flung mountain and jungle regions where … Read More