The Club, Barbados, one of the island’s top all-inclusive resorts, is officially open again. 

The resort has reopened under parent company Elite Island Resorts’ vaccination policy, which requires proof of vaccination for all guests 16 and over. 

“We’re open, and our guests are having a wonderful time in the Bajan sun night now,” the resort said in a statement to Caribbean Journal.

The reopening means all of Elite Island Resorts’ properties across the Caribbean are now open and welcoming guests, with properties in Antigua, Saint Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines and Panama. 

Travelers need to show their relevant CDC card, NHS vaccination report or a certificate of official vaccination from Canada.

The 161-room property is set in the heart of Barbados’ renowned Platinum Coast, a short stroll north of the Sandy Lane resort. 

The family-friendly resort has a mix of rooms and suites, along with a spa and salon, three freshwater swimming pools.

That’s along with five dining concepts, including the international-cuisine Sunset Restaurant; the Bajan-focused Enid’s; The piano bar with nightly music; and the Rum Shop bar, a “colorful slice of Barbados.”

There’s also a popular beach bar right on the sand. 

You can learn about Barbados’ health protocols for travelers here.

For more, visit The Club, Barbados. 

— CJ

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It’s long been Puerto Rico’s “Second City,” but the southern city of Ponce is starting to see a wave of new interest from travelers. 

Now, low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines is launching a new nonstop route to Ponce, part of what local tourism officials hope is a continued surge in demand for the destination. 

Beginning in February, Spirit will operate a new nonstop route from Orlando to Ponce, the carrier announced this week. 

The new route will operate daily, with flights kicking off on Feb. 16, 2022. 

“Adding Ponce as our third market in Puerto Rico is a fantastic way to celebrate 20 years of Spirit serving the island,” said John Kirby, Spirit’s Vice President of Network Planning. “Our new nonstop flights to Orlando provide connectivity to many high-value travel options for flying in or out of Ponce.”

The new route complements Spirit’s existing to service to both San Juan and the western city of Aguadilla. 

Spirit has been flying to Puerto Rico since 2001. 

As reported by Caribbean Journal Invest, Ponce has been seeing a surge in interest from hotel developers, buoyed by Puerto Rico’s tax incentives for investors.

Ponce is home to what has long been the leading art museum in the Caribbean, the Museo de Arte de Ponce, and is the site of a proposed “mega project” that would turn the city into a new global wellness and tourism destination.

“Our Island continues promoting its great potential with the announcement of this new non-stop flight between Orlando and Ponce, a route that will increase flight availability for our people as well as those who visit us,” said Puerto Rico Governor Pedro Pierluisi. “The economic development of Ponce and the southern region is a priority for my administration, and we will continue seeking alliances beneficial to our economy such as this one.”

— CJ

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Is there anything more lovable in the Caribbean than a tiny beach resort? They’re the ones that just ooze character, the ones that pull on your heart strings, playful and personable, where nothing stands between you and the beach, between you and your Caribbean travel fantasy.  Here are six of our favorites to check in to right now. 

Dragon Cay Turks and Caicos Set on one of the untouched island of Middle Caicos in the Turks and Caicos Islands, this delightful beach resort has a total of eight accommodations, with a mix of private cottages and villas. It’s the only hotel on the island, which is home to Mudjin Harbor, one of the most sought after beaches in all of the Caribbean. 

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Divi Resorts is launching a new “upper-tier” all-inclusive brand, Caribbean Journal has learned. 

It’s called Oceans, and it will apply to the company’s top-level resorts. 

The company says it’s the first time it’s ever launched a new brand in its more-than-50-year history.

For now, Divi plans to launch a pair of new Oceans-branded resorts within resorts: that includes at the Divi Little Bay in St Maarten and the soon-to-relaunch Divi Little Bay in St Croix. 

The new Oceans at Divi Little Bay Beach Resort in St Maarten will consist of 98 rooms, with plans to open in January 22. 

The new St Maarten property, set adjacent to the Divi Little Bay’s pool, will have three different types of accommodations, and touches like slippers, Nespresso machines and mini fridges, among others. 

“There has been a lot of buzz about our new buildings, and we’re excited to finally share the news about our new Oceans offerings,” said Anne-Marie Brooks, general manager of the Divi Little Bay Beach Resort. “We think guests are going to fall in love with Oceans’ modern rooms, stunning views, and VIP perks.”

In St Croix, US Virgin Islands, the new Oceans at Divi Carina Bay All-Inclusive Beach Resort and Casino will have a total of 50 rooms, all of which will be adults-only. 

The St Croix property is slated to open in February 2022, according to the company.

“We’re thrilled to add this exclusive new brand to our Caribbean resort offerings starting on St. Maarten and St. Croix in early 2022,” said Marco Galaverna, President and COO of Divi Resorts. “Over the years, we’ve seen trends change, and our guests have requested additional touches and services. Oceans will deliver with a beautiful new product, the most requested items, and popular VIP touches.”

Divi’s Caribbean portfolio consists of resorts in destinations including Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire,St Maarten and the US Virgin Islands. 

For more, visit Divi Resorts. 

— CJ

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