By the Caribbean Journal staff

The Tryall Club villa resort in Jamaica has added a pair of new places to stay.

The Montego Bay-area Tryall has added two new villas: the seven-bedroom Dragonfly Villa, and the newly-renovated, four-bedroom Tradewinds on the Sea villa.

Dragonfly.

Dragonfly, which is a particularly good option for multi-generational trips, has a 100-foot infinity pool, a swim-up bar and an expansive wraparound terrace, among other amenities.

Tradewinds on the Sea.

Tradewinds on the Sea, which has ocean views from every bedroom, has its own private beach and even comes with access to two golf carts.

For more info, visit the Tryall Club.

— CJ

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

American Airlines is launching its first-ever nonstop flights to St Vincent and the Grenadines .

The world’s largest airline will launch its new flights between Miami International Airport and St Vincent’s Argyle International Airport Dec. 22.

The Palm Island resort in the Grenadines.

The year-round, weekly Saturday flights will represent the first-ever flights by a United States-based carrier to St Vincent.

“To have direct service out of Miami is a game changer for the country,” said CEO of the SVG Tourism Authority Glen Beache. “This service will make it so much easier for visitors including the diaspora to vacation in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.”

It should provide a boost for arrivals from the U.S.; last year, the North American market accounted for 42 percent of stayover visitors to the Grenadines.

A cottage at the Petit St Vincent resort.

Until the country opened its new airport last year, reaching St Vincent was typically done by flying first to Barbados and then flying on a regional carrier.

Now, the new service (along with new flights on carriers including Air Canada and Caribbean Airlines) is making it easier than ever before to get to the archipelago. (Canada’s Sunwing is also operating chartered service for the spring and summer).

“Miami being one of the main hubs for connections in the USA will be an excellent gateway for visitors from Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas and even the United Kingdom to access the beauty that is St. Vincent and the Grenadines,” Beache said.

– CJ

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Looking for the next great luxury hotspot in the Caribbean? The good news is that the Caribbean’s luxury hotels just keeping better, from hillside boutiques to eco-chic getaways to beachfront standards.

And the region’s luxury footprint keeps expanding, meaning you can find wonderful ultra-luxe getaways all over the region.

But the greatest hotels are able to turn traditional luxury into Caribbean luxury, the kind of hospitality that one can only find in the West Indies.

Here are six luxury Caribbean hotels for your next Caribbean getaway.

The Ladera resort in Saint Lucia.

Ladera, Saint Lucia We’ve called this the ultimate Caribbean luxury hotel, and that’s because it combines bucket-list level open-wall suites with a remarkable commitment to authentic, community-focused hospitality, from world-class local cooking to truly wonderful service. But it’s the rooms that are the superstars, almost completely hand-built with some of the best views on earth.

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By Dana Niland
CJ Contributor

Aruba is gearing up to host the Caribbean’s largest vow renewal — again.

For the second year in a row, the island is inviting couples from around the world to renew their “I Do’s” at sunset on the island’s world-famous Eagle Beach.

“Aruba is excited to host the vow renewal ceremony for its second year in a row on Eagle Beach, one of the most cherished locations on our One happy island,” said Ronella Tjin Asjoe-Croes, CEO of the Aruba Tourism Authority. “Offering the largest vow renewal ceremony in the Caribbean, Aruba continues to provide world-renowned romance and memorable experiences for couples looking to refresh their love in paradise.”

Couples are encouraged to bring their families and friends in celebration of the occasion, which will take place on Wednesday, August 22.

Participants will enjoy a complimentary ceremony with champagne, hors d’oeuvres and local music.

As part of a destination-wide initiative, 12 on-island partners are offering vacation packages and romance-inspired specials.

For more info, visit the Aruba Vow Renewal.

— CJ

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

Princess Cruises has officially unveiled its new Caribbean itineraries for the 2019-2020 season, Caribbean Journal has learned.

The season will be highlighted by the launch of Princess Cruises’ new Sky Princess ship, which will make its debut in December 2019 on a three-day inaugural cruise followed by a series of seven-day sailings across the Eastern and Western Caribbean.

The Sky Princess voyages will also include late-night stays during every visit to St Thomas and Cozumel, giving travelers the chance to enjoy extra time — and to enjoy the nightlife in each destination.

“The Caribbean continues to be a highly desired destination for families, honeymooners and travelers alike, offering a memorable taste of the island life through its culturally diverse people, flavorful food and of course, the sun-drenched beaches,” said Jan Swartz, Princess Cruises president. “The new Sky Princess and our other beautiful ships provide comfort and convenience while visiting the many diverse Caribbean islands.”

The season will also include Princess’ recently-announced Rhythm of the Caribbean immersive experience, which will include a range of locally-focused experiences both onboard and onshore.

The 2019-2020 schedule will include five ships offering 10 itineraries and 119 departures on Princess’ Caribbean Princess, Crown Princess, Pacific Princess, Regal Princess and Sky Princes ships.

The schedule will include stops at a total of 25 Caribbean ports.

For more, visit Princess Cruises.

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