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The latest Caribbean Photo of the Week comes from Caribbean Journal reader O’nell Howell, who sent in this stunning shot of sunset on Worthing Beach 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 […] The post Caribbean Photo of the Week: Sunset in Worthing, Barbados appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

One week after Hurricane Melissa’s historic impact across Jamaica, The Tryall Club has announced a targeted reopening date of Dec. 13, 2025, as cleanup and restoration continue across its 2,200-acre estate near Montego Bay. The Club, together with The Tryall Fund, remains focused on recovery and relief efforts, prioritizing the safety and wellbeing of its team, […] The post This Jamaica Resort Is Targeting a Mid-December Return appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Under the theme “Unity in Diversity,” congregants at Fenimore Street United Methodist Church (FSUMC) in Brooklyn celebrated the church’s 136th Anniversary on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25 and 26, with a Prayer Breakfast and Worship Service. “This theme resonates with the past, future, and current events not only for the church but as we look … Read More

When the UberSoca Cruise docks in St. Thomas on Nov. 19, the harbor won’t just welcome a ship — it will transform into a full-scale celebration of Caribbean culture. The arrival of the Norwegian Encore cruise ship will turn the waterfront into a festival of color, sound, and flavor as thousands of soca fans join […] The post A Floating Soca Party Is Coming Soon to St Thomas appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Azamara Cruises has unveiled its Winter 2027-2028 itineraries, with new routes across the Caribbean and The Bahamas that reflect the line’s signature focus on longer stays and deeper destination experiences. The season runs from Oct. 16, 2027 through Apr. 28, 2028, featuring more than 150 late nights and 60 overnight calls across the brand’s four-ship […] The post Azamara Cruises Is Adding a New Destination: Bimini appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

The 2025 election is coming to a close, yet one crucial vote remains –  deciding the next speaker of the New York City Council. As the 2026 election for this leadership position approaches, here’s a breakdown of what the job entails. The City Council as a body plays a crucial role in shaping policies… Read More

New York City is gearing up for a leadership transition as the race for city council speaker will begin soon. The top contenders showcase diverse backgrounds and various visions. Here’s a breakdown on who may be eyeing the position. Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers | Council Member Amanda Farías | Council Member Crystal Hudson | Council… Read More

Jamaica is reopening for business, sooner than most expected. Jamaica’s Ministry of Tourism has announced an integrated national initiative to fully restart the country’s tourism industry by Dec. 15, following the widespread impacts of Hurricane Melissa. That would help preserve what is always the most lucrative time of year for the island’s tourism-focused economy — the […] The post Jamaica Is Launching a Nationwide Plan to Reopen Tourism in December appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

There are bars you plan to visit, and bars you simply stumble upon — places that don’t show up in glossy travel spreads or resort guides, where the sand doubles as the floor and the bartender knows every story within 10 miles of coastline. These are the quiet ones, the locals’ secrets and the travelers’ […] The post These Undiscovered Caribbean Beach Bars Belong on Your Next Island Trip appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

The last sunset of the year feels different in St. Barth — the air is charged, the hills shimmer, and the champagne seems colder. As fireworks ignite above Gustavia Harbor and the island hums with celebration, there’s nothing like having your own private hillside villa to toast the year ahead. These are the St. Barth […] The post These St Barth Villas Are Perfect for New Year’s Eve appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

The Caribbean cruise season is officially underway in St. Maarten. On Thursday, five cruise ships — Azamara Quest, Star Pride, Valiant Lady, Star of the Seas, and Independence of the Seas — docked at Port St. Maarten, bringing thousands of passengers and signaling the start of the 2025–2026 high season. “The port has done its […] The post Cruise Season Begins in St. Maarten With Five-Ship Day appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Despite being urged by experts to ease rising diplomatic tensions with neighboring Venezuela, authorities in Trinidad are upping the pressure on Venezuela, targeting migrants, with hundreds planning to leave to avoid being rounded up and deported. In the past week, the homeland security ministry issued a memo reminding those in the country illegally that deportation … Read More

Two Vincentian college students in Brooklyn on Sunday, Oct. 26, received the inaugural Brooklyn-based Council of St. Vincent and the Grenadines Organizations, USA, Inc. (COSAGO) Independence Scholarship Awards in honor of two of COSAGO’s “esteemed” late, founding members, Dr. Errol G. King and Dollis Forbes. Laniya Simmons, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in clinical … Read More

Tributes continue to pour in from across the globe for the late Jamaican-born broadcasting giant Barrington “Barry G” Gordon, whose distinctive voice, charisma, and trailblazing career left an indelible mark on radio and in the hearts of Jamaicans everywhere. Barry G reportedly died from pneumonia on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at Savanna-La-Mar Hospital in the Jamaican … Read More

One morning you’re sipping coffee on the veranda of a Nevisian inn, the slopes of Nevis Peak rising in the distance. The next, you’re on Saba, winding along its mountain roads toward a trailhead that leads to the clouds. A few days later, you’re exploring the quiet lanes of St. Eustatius, before ending your journey […] The post How to Hop Around Four Caribbean Islands on One Ferry appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club is entering the new season with a slate of additions that further define its position as one of the region’s leading luxury resorts. The Anguilla property has introduced a new Mediterranean restaurant, reopened its Merrywing Beach enclave, launched a family-friendly café, and added themed dining events at its signature […] The post This Anguilla Resort Has New Dining, a Beach Café, and a Reimagined Oceanfront Escape appeared first on Caribbean Journal.

DJ Jahmar continues to prove that his ear for infectious dancehall riddims is unmatched with the release of “Dancehall Ranger Riddim,” a powerhouse compilation that pays homage to his late father, the beloved sound system icon Papa Ranger. Set for release on Friday, Nov. 7, through Shinealous Records/Twelve Tribes Entertainment, and distributed by Symphonic Distro, … Read More

Prince Forde, a proud Barbadian cultural advocate and co-founder of the Caribbean Music Awards, and Keenan “Special” Bristol, a Guyanese-American artist and activist, are using their platforms to save lives. Marie Driven, the Haitian-American managing partner of the Brooklyn-based entertainment company, PlaybookMG, told Caribbean Life on Monday, Nov. 4, that Forde and Bristol are doing … Read More

Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used the opportunity of a parliamentary debate on Tuesday to update Grenadians on a US request to establish a radar system to monitor nearby Venezuela, and he gave clear signals that talks are at a very advanced stage. Saying that no decision would be made in secret, Mitchell stated that Grenada … Read More

A Caribbean diaspora community gathered on Oct. 19 to honor five elders who sacrificed so their children could prosper. A Community Salute to Yesterday’s Children, at the Golden Palace in Queens, marked the 15th year celebration with a moving tribute to elders who mentored, nurtured, and carried a lineage of resilience from the islands to … Read More