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The latest Caribbean Photo comes from Caribbean Journal reader Samantha Jagdeo, who sent in this lovely shot of the Animal Flower Cave in Barbados. 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 name and the location of the photo. […] The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: The Animal Flower Cave in Barbados appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

A morning on Seven Mile Beach. Jerk chicken from a roadside stand outside Montego Bay. Live reggae after dark. Those experiences have helped make Jamaica one of the Caribbean’s most enduring vacation destinations, drawing generations of travelers to an island where the beaches are only part of the story. Now visitors planning a Jamaica getaway […] The post Jamaica Is Getting 3 Reimagined Sandals All-Inclusive Resorts, Including a New “Caribbean Cay” Island Experience appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

To commemorate Caribbean Heritage Month, Haitian-American hospitality entrepreneur and cultural programmer Jonathan Pierre Lafleur is expanding Taste of Haiti, a new culinary and cultural workshop series that uses food, storytelling, and hands-on experiences to connect New Yorkers with Haitian culture. This concept is a cultural component that reflects Haiti’s love of vibrant flavors and culinary … Read More

The Trump administration has nominated a Trinidadian-born envoy as its new envoy to the republic and she will likely head there after a glittering career as a senior naval officer and as a former Florida lieutenant governor. Jennifer Johnson-Carroll’s nomination was submitted to the Senate this week and she will have to face confirmation hearings … Read More

On the heels of a May 30 candidate debate at the Magnolia Tree Earth Center in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Democratic Assembly candidate Michael Bailey has unveiled a Neighborhood Business Preservation Plan aimed at helping longtime businesses survive rising costs, access government resources, and remain rooted in Central Brooklyn. Bailey told Caribbean Life on Wednesday, June 3, that … Read More

The Consulate General of Jamaica in New York opened a Book of Condolence for Leslie Campbell, who served as Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade. Campbell, a former member of Parliament, died on May 3 at age 67.  The Jamaica Consulate General said that the Book of Condolence was … Read More

A paddle slips into the water in Vieques and the sea glows electric blue. In Belize, a manatee surfaces beside your kayak before disappearing beneath the mangroves. In St. Thomas, you kayak through narrow channels shaded by tangled roots where schools of fish dart below the surface. The Caribbean has no shortage of beautiful beaches, but some of the […] The post 11 Amazing Places to Kayak in the Caribbean, From Mangrove Tunnels to Crystal-Clear Water appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

There’s a new way to connect through St. Maarten. Winair has launched a new interline partnership with U.S.-based Contour Airlines, a deal that took effect last month and opens up a fresh set of seamless itineraries across the Caribbean. The agreement means Contour Airlines can now sell tickets that include Winair-operated flights, letting its customers […] The post Winair and Contour Airlines Launch New Interline Partnership Connecting San Juan, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Dominica to Strengthen Caribbean Connectivity and Boost Regional Travel Across the Islands appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

A cluster of Carnival cruise ships gathering off Grand Bahama for a July 4 fireworks show is one of the headline events in the cruise line’s plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebration next year. The cruise giant, which calls itself America’s Cruise Line, has unveiled a fleetwide lineup of events tied to the nation’s semiquincentennial, with celebrations stretching from the […] The post Carnival Is Sending 10 Cruise Ships to Watch Fireworks Together for America’s 250th Birthday appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority has named longtime tourism executive Charmaine Spencer as its new Chief Marketing Officer, a leadership appointment that comes as the destination continues to post strong tourism growth and expands its global marketing efforts. The appointment became effective June 1. Spencer moves into the role after serving as the Authority’s Director of Tourism for the Caribbean […] The post Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority Names Charmaine Spencer Chief Marketing Officer appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Twenty-four private condominium-style villas. Each one with its own private pool. A direct walk-out to one of the quieter stretches of beach on St. Maarten. And a setting that feels more like a private residential community than a traditional resort. That’s the Coral Beach Club — a small, residential-style villa resort on Dawn Beach, on […] The post This Residential-Style Resort on St. Maarten’s Dawn Beach Has 24 Villas, Private Plunge Pools and One of the Quietest Stretches of Sand on the Island appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Bonaire’s tourism sector returned to growth in May, posting a modest increase in stayover arrivals after a softer performance the previous month. According to preliminary figures released by Tourism Corporation Bonaire, the island welcomed 15,201 air arrivals in May 2026, compared to 14,962 visitors in May 2025, representing a 1.6 percent increase in non-resident arrivals. […] The post Bonaire Tourism Bounced Back in May After an April Dip, With Dutch Travelers Leading the Way appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

A conch shack a few steps from Grace Bay. A beach chair under a sea grape tree in Anguilla. A dock stretching into the water off Ambergris Caye. This winter, reaching some of the most popular Caribbean islands is about to get a lot easier. BermudAir has announced one of the largest expansions in its history, […] The post This Fast-Growing Airline Is Launching New Routes to 4 Caribbean Islands, Including Turks and Caicos and Anguilla appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

A sea turtle surfaces off Grace Bay. A ray glides over a white-sand bottom in Antigua. In Bonaire, you can look straight through the water and pick out coral formations beneath your board. The Caribbean remains one of the world’s best places for stand-up paddleboarding. Warm water year-round, extensive barrier reefs, protected bays and miles […] The post These 6 Caribbean Destinations Are Perfect for Stand-Up Paddleboarding appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

“Our music has always been our voice and we choose not to publicly affiliate with any single political party.” That’s the statement the Commodores posted on Instagram recently. The message did not stop there. The Motown Records group who scored a hit by releasing the hit single “Brick House” in 1977 punctuated with: “We support … Read More

Jemere Morgan continues to establish himself as one of reggae music’s emerging contemporary voices with the release of his new single “Know Better.” “Know Better” is a soulful reggae love ballad produced by multi-GRAMMY Award-winning artist and producer Damian Marley.  “Blending warm musicianship with emotionally honest songwriting, ‘Know Better’ showcases Jemere Morgan’s evolving artistry as … Read More

The crack of bat on ball, the aroma of curry and jerk chicken, and the sounds of reggae and soca music are familiar features of summer weekends across Brooklyn and Queens, where cricket continues to unite Caribbean immigrants and preserve ties to home. Thousands of multi-generational Caribbean and Asian Americans play cricket in grassroots clubs … Read More

Caribbean Premier Sports Ltd (CPSL), which operates the RUSH Sports Network, has partnered with IRIS Sport Media in a major deal to secure exclusive media rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 across much of the Caribbean. The agreement will make RUSH Sports a key regional broadcaster for the tournament, offering a tailored viewing experience … Read More

Sticks and stones may break my bones. You know the rest of that childhood rhyme, and you know it’s not true: words have meaning, and they can cut like a knife. And yet, though sticks and stones and words are weapons, as in the new memoir, “Something We Said” by Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor, they can … Read More

West Indies Women continued their impressive batting performance in the Evara Tri-Nation T20I Series, as they defeated Pakistan Women on May 29 by 25 runs to record their second straight win at Castle Avenue. Captain Hayley Matthews laid the foundation with a superb innings, while valuable contributions from Jannillea Glasgow, Stafanie Taylor and Chinelle Henry … Read More