By the Caribbean Journal staff

The Riu Palace Paradise Island in the Bahamas is now officially open, Riu Hotels announced this week.

The adults-only, all-inclusive resort on Paradise Island’s Cabbage Beach has undergone a total transformation.

The property-wide upgrade included the addition of new walk-in showers, new flooring in the guest rooms, a new 24-hour lounge, a patisserie and ice cream parlor, a gym, a theater, a jerk grill station and an Indian restaurant called Chutney.

Riu also added free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.

It becomes the second adults-only property on Paradise Island, joining the Warwick Paradise Island.

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Barbados-based Elegant Hotels has been turning heads in the Caribbean of late, adding to an already impressive collection of resorts with a slate of fresh, new properties.

First it was the launch of the game-changing Waves Hotel all-inclusive which debuted in 2016.

Now, it’s the gorgeous Treasure Beach, which just made its debut on the Platinum Coast of Barbados.

The island’s new adults-only boutique resort has 35 suites, perched on the edge of Paynes Bay Beach in the heart of the Platinum Coast.

The design is modern and hip without losing its Bajan personality, while the dining is a diverse mix ranging from the signature Tapestry Restaurant to the Wine Cellar, a haven for oenophiles.

And then there are the inclusions, from free daily breakfast to free Wi-Fi to a “Sun Down” happy hour each night to the option to dine around Elegant’s resorts in Barbados.

For more info, visit Treasure Beach.

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

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By Dana Niland
CJ Contributor

Disney Cruise Line has added a brand-new Caribbean destination: Bonaire.

The line’s Disney Wonder ship became the first-ever Disney ship to visit Bonaire on Thursday, a big boost for the island’s capital, Kralendijk.

Disney wonder has a capacity of 2,400 passengers, sailing a mix of Caribbean itineraries including Southern Caribbean itineraries out of San Juan.

The ship was joined in port by a call from the small-ship luxury line Seabourn Odyssey.

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

The Nickelodeon hotel brand is expanding to the Mexican Caribbean.

Karisma and Viacom have announced the planned debut of the new Nickelodeon Hotels and Resorts Riviera Maya in the spring-summer of 2019.

The property will be the second Nickelodeon-branded resort in the region, following the debut of the Nickelodeon Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.

Nickelodeon Riviera Maya will feature 276 suites, along with four penthouses on the top floor of two six-story buildings.

The property’s broad entertainment offering will include Aqua Nick, a 500,000-square-foot family-friendly complex including a lazy river, waterslides, a splash park and mini relaxation pools.

“We are delighted to continue our successful partnership with Karisma Hotels & Resorts and open this incredible resort along a stunning stretch of white sand beach, providing guests with an authentic vacation experience centered on five-star luxury, playfulness and the warm hospitality that makes Mexico such a beloved destination” said Gerald Raines, Senior Vice President, Location Based Experiences for Viacom International Media Networks.

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By Dana Niland
CJ Contributor

It’s long been one of the best places for families to stay in Nassau — and it’s getting even better.

Comfort Suites Paradise Island says it is aiming to welcome more families with children in 2018.

The all-suite hotel is ofering a children’s meal incentive, allowing children 11 and under to dine free at its Crusoe’s Restaurant accompanied by paying adults, among other features geared toward families.

“With family and multi-generational travel on the rise, we invite this important segment to experience all that we have to offer,” said Director of Sales Yasmine Mills-Strachan.

“At Comfort Suites Paradise Island, we place a strong emphasis on catering to our guests’ needs, and we really want families to feel at home,” she said.

A daily complimentary full American breakfast buffet is available to all guests.

In addition to the hotel’s in-house amenities, guests also have free access to the adjacent Atlantis Paradise Island Resort with its 11 pools, three beaches and one of the largest water parks in the Caribbean.

The hotel offers options to schedule outings and activities whether guests are visiting the Bahamas on a family vacation or bringing the kids along while they attend a conference.

“An on-site tour representative is on hand to plan outings for the family, whether it be to Blue Lagoon Island; the Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Centre; or the many other attractions that are a short distance from here,” Mills-Strachan said.

“Comfort Suites Paradise Island looks forward to keeping families together when they travel, whether it’s for business or for pleasure,” she added. “We want to make 2018 the friendliest year yet for our visiting young ones and their families.”

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