By the Caribbean Journal staff

Looking to experience one of the Caribbean’s most energetic carnival celebrations?

Think about Haiti, where the country’s national carnival is returning to the capital, Port-au-Prince, from Feb. 11 to Feb. 13.

This year’s celebration is being held under the theme “Ayiti sou wout chanjman,” or “Haiti on the road to change.”

And if you’re planning a visit, one Port-au-Prince hotel has you covered.

Haiti’s Plaza Hotel has a special “Kanaval 2018” package, including a three-night stay, a complimentary parking space, daily breakfast and buffet dinners, a keepsake T-shirt and access to the official Le Plaza catered stand.

The family-run Port-au-Prince hotel features a remarkable collection of local artwork, along with an outdoor pool, a restaurant, a fitness room a business center and Wi-Fi.

Fore more info, visit Plaza Haiti.

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

Regional Caribbean air carrier Winair has launched new service to Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

The new service between St Maarten and Haiti is begin operated by Sunrise Airways on Airbus A320 aircraft.

While Sunrise is operating the flight, all seats are sold and marketed by Winair, according to the company.

The flights will include 138 economy seats and 12 business class seats, with flights operating on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

The flights depart Haiti at 8:15 AM and return from St Maarten at 12 PM.

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Is it the most beautiful beach in Antigua?

It’s certainly the happiest.

This is Jolly Beach, home to the eponymous hotel (now with new management) and in the heart of Antigua’s most beautiful stretch of shoreline.

There’s something striking about the hue of the water, a sort of turquoise-teal that defies categorization.

You need to visit to believe it.

And this is what it’s like to be there.

— CJ

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

It’s just you and the sand, the crash of the waves.

It’s the late morning in Barbados, and the sand is empty.

This is the beach moment, something that Barbados has turned into an art form.

And this is what it’s like.

— CJ

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By the Caribbean Journal staff

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group is adding a major new property in the Caribbean Basin.

The company has announced the signing of a new Radisson Blue in Costa Rica.

The new-build hotel will feature 100 rooms, with plans to break ground in late 2018 and a projected opening date of December 2020.

The new Radisson Blu Resort and Spa Papagayo, Costa Rica will be located in Guanacaste in the northwestern corner of Costa Rica on the Gulf of Papagayo, according to a company statement.

“We are thrilled to begin the new year announcing our first Radisson Blu in Costa Rica as we continue expanding the brand in Central America,” said Ken Greene, president, Americas, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group in a statement. “This signing shows our commitment to growing Radisson Blu’s presence in key markets throughout the Americas, providing travelers with first class amenities and engaging hospitality through our Yes I CanSM service philosophy.”

Radisson Blu has 300 hotels around the world.

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