History abounds here, an island where time itself comes in search of adventure.

It’s equal parts island and small town, blessed with remarkable natural beauty but not lacking in personality.

This is Bimini and the Bimini Big Game Club, one of the Caribbean’s truly legendary hotels.

The club first opened its doors in 1936, the brainchild of Nassau’s Neville Stuart, a haven for adventurers and big game fishermen and even, for a few days in 1968, the Bahamian home of Dr Marthin Luther King Jr (he stayed in Cottage Number 3).

Few places are more relaxing than the BBGC.

In the decades since it has remained a Mecca for sportfishermen, divers and those seeking a raw, unadulterated island experience, for the clearest water you’ll ever see.

Whether you’re in search of adventure, diving, fishing or one of the region’s more relaxing resorts, you’ll find it here.

Bimini has its own character, its own tempo, its own authenticity, a tiny stretch of sand in the Gulf Stream.

It’s a bucket list kind of place, one that exemplifies the beauty and wonder of the Out Islands of The Bahamas.

And the Big Game Club is its epicenter.

See more in the latest CJ video at the top of the page.

For more information, visit the Bimini Big Game Club.

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By Dana Niland
CJ Contributor

One of the Caribbean’s fastest-growing destinations is continuing its surge into 2018.

Grenada recorded total arrivals of 100,654 for January 2018, an increase of more than 30 percent over January 2017.

In addition, all visitor categories reflected an increase including stay-over, at 31,815 visitors, an increase of 13 percent; cruise, at 82,797 visitors, up by 37 percent; and yachting, at 4,042 visitors, up by 43 percent.

“We are delighted with the performance and everyone on the ground is enjoying the results of the hard work by all the Tourism stakeholders,” said CEO of the Grenada Tourism Authority, Patricia Maher. The excitement with the opening of Silversands Grenada later this year is palpable as it is the first hotel development on Grand Anse Beach in over 25 years.”

“Work is also progressing on the Kimpton, Kawana Bay, another hotel development on Grand Anse Beach, which will be open in 2019,” she continued. We will grow our room stock by 32% in the next two years which will lead to increased capacity to almost 3,000 licensed and certified rooms by the Grenada Tourism Authority.”

With 16 percent growth in arrivals from the U.S. market in 2017 over the prior year, and U.S. market share at an all-time high of 46 percent, this performance data drew the interest of U.S.-based airlines.

GTA is forecasting a six percent growth in total visitor arrivals performance for the year.

Grenada was named by Caribbean Journal as Caribbean Destination of the Year in its 2017 Caribbean Travel Awards.

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

The highly-anticipated Serafina Heach Hotel is slated to make its debut next month in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

The hotel, the first hotel by the popular Serafina Restaurant Group in New York City, is planning a March 20 debut.

The Condado-area property will have 96 rooms, all of which will boast floor to ceiling views of either the ocean or the Condado Lagoon.

That’s along with new dining concepts including the signature eatery aMare, along with 2,295 square feet of ocean-view event space.

The property will also feature an infinity pool, cabanas and an outdoor bar, “By the Pool.”

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Recent years have seen a radical transformation in golf resorts in the Caribbean, which is quickly becoming a global epicenter for the game. There are more great places to stay and play than ever, from traditional golf-focused resorts to luxe hotels that also offer easy access to great nearby courses. That’s along with more and more tournaments coming to the region, on both the PGA and LPGA tour.

Caribbean golf is a singular experience, whether you’re on an inland track or playing right on the ocean’s edge. So many factors come into play, from wind to water, making it a unique kind of challenge.

The best golf resorts, though, combine a great golf resort with world-class accommodations. And we have you covered.

Here are our favorite golf resorts to visit right now in the Caribbean.

Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic This is the Caribbean capital of golf, with an unmatched offering of three championship courses all designed by the legendary Pete Dye, led by the world-famous Teeth of the Dog, a spectacular, challenging course that’s one of the most beautiful designs anywhere. And then there’s the resort, with a mix of rooms and villas, making this perfect for a family golf getaway or a larger trip with your golfing buddies.

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If you’re looking for the perfect vacation experience, adults-only all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean are hard to beat.

Because when you find such an oasis, magic seems to happen.

While we all love our families, having “time out” for adults, without the kids, can make everything better. Vacationing in an adults-only atmosphere creates peace, serenity and naturally promotes romance.

It just might be the ultimate luxury.

You don’t have to ask for anything because everything is already there, with the comfort of never having to take out your wallet, and never having to search for quiet.

The best adults-only, all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean have taken the concept to the next level, with a range of properties and experiences, from ultra-laid-back hideaways to more uptempo varieties.

But at the end of the day, it’s all about the most important amenity : time alone with you and your loved one.

Here are our favorite adults-only all-inclusive stays for your next getaway.

Galley Bay Antigua remains one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets when it comes to all-inclusive resorts, with a range of high-level properties that don’t feel like your traditional large-scale all-inclusives. That’s definitely the case at this legendary resort, set on a remarkable stretch of white sand beach and offering a portal to the Caribbean, the way it once was.

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