The Bahamas and the wider Caribbean region are mourning the passing of hospitality giant Sol Kerzner. 

Kerner, a native of South Africa, was the founder and CEO of Kerzner International, which first developed the iconic Atlantis Paradise Island resort in The Bahamas. 

In a statement, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation said Kerzner “brought an original perspective to developing his hospitality brands, and the launch of The Atlantis brought new attention and a revitalization to The Bahamas, which contributed greatly to the phenomenal growth we have seen as our tourism industry has matured.”

The Atlantis megaresort, a brand that has expanded around the globe, is the largest private employer in The Bahamas, its debut two decades ago was instrumental in the growth of tourism to the country. 

“Sol Kerzner was a giant in the hospitality industry and we shall not see his likeness again,” said Bahamas Tourism Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar. “His vision for Atlantis reshaped our skyline here in Nassau and redefined The Bahamas vacation for many millions. He will be sorely missed.”

— CJ

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Is there a more iconic harbor anywhere in the Caribbean?

It’s a place of many names: English Harbour; the Sailing Capital of the Caribbean; the old stomping grounds of Horatio Nelson; a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

No matter what you call it, it’s a truly spectacular place: the 18th-century charm of Nelson’s Dockyard; the sweeping views of Shirley Heights Lookout; tiny hotels carved into old Georgian bulidings.

It’s a place for timeless boutique stays like the Admiral’s Inn; chic hotspots like Catherines Cafe; marvelous beaches like Pigeon Point and a vibrant community of culture, food and history. (Not to mention, it’s the namesake for one of the Caribbean’s greatest rums). 

But it’s the harbor, the water and those striking green hills that really set it apart. 

The latest edition of our new feature Caribbean Moment takes you on an aerial journey to the entrance to the Harbour. 

Think of it is a mini digital vacation to one of the Caribbean’s true wonders. 

See more in the latest CJ Video. 

For more, visit Antigua and Barbuda. 

— CJ

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If you’re at home right now, you’re probably still dreaming about the Caribbean. And for those of us who can’t be in the region right now, there are still some ways to rediscover the Caribbean in your own home. 

One particularly delicious way is by making a cocktail — and some of the Caribbean’s top hotels have you covered. 

We’ve collected a series of recipes from top places to stay in destinations ranging from Cancun to Turks and Caicos, offering up a slice of the Caribbean to take a little bit of the edge off. 

Here are some Caribbean cocktails to make right now. 

Mezcalina

JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa, Cancun, Mexico

This exotic cocktail straight from JW Marriott Cancun’s 150 Margaritas Menu strikes the perfect balance between the smoky notes of mezcal and the refreshing and tropical hints of orange.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ oz Tequila (Preferably Tierra Noble Reposado)
• 1 oz Cointreau
• 1 oz Mezcal
• ½ oz Simple syrup
• 1 oz Orange juice
• ¾ oz Lemon juice
• Tajin seasoning for rim

Directions:

Pour all ingredients in a shaker glass and muddle together. Add ice and shake. Line the glass rim with Tajin seasoning (if available). Pour ingredients into the glass, and garnish with an orange slice. Enjoy.

¡Oye! Juanjo

Caña Bar + Kitchen, Curaçao

Transport your tastebuds to the tropical Dutch island of Curaçao with this refreshing pineapple and tequila infusion. 

Ingredients:

• 1 ¾ oz Blanco Tequila (preferably Don Julio Blanco)
• 1 ½ oz Fresh Pineapple Juice
• 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
• ⅓ oz Fresh Ginger Juice
• ½ oz Agave Nectar

Directions:

Add all ingredients to a shaker. Shake and fine strain in a tumbler with crushed ice. Top up with crushed ice and serve.

Enchanted Forest

Wymara Resort & Villas, Turks + Caicos

The resort’s enchanting backdrop of Grace Bay Beach, paired with mixologist Paolo Pattitucci’s European travels, inspired the flavors of this vibrant cocktail. 

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ oz Star of Bombay Gin
• 1 teaspoon Organic Raspberry Jam
• 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
• ¾ oz Ginger & Lemongrass Syrup
• 1 ¼ oz Fresh Pineapple Juice
• Fresh raspberries

Directions:

Combine all of the above ingredients on ice in a cocktail mixer. Shake for a few seconds then double-strain in a martini coupe glass. Garnish with fresh raspberries.

Piña Colada 

Caribe Hilton, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Straight from the birthplace of the piña colada, this recipe dates back to the 1950’s and is one of the most popular tropical cocktails to date. 

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Rum (we recommend Puerto Rico’s Ron del Barrilito)
• 1 oz Coconut Cream
• 1 oz Heavy Cream
• 6 oz Pineapple Juice 
• ½ cup Crushed Ice

Directions:

Mix rum, cream of coconut, heavy cream and pineapple juice in a blender. Add ice and mix for 15 seconds. Serve in a 12 oz glass and garnish with fresh pineapple and a cherry.

Mango Madness

Jade Mountain, Saint Lucia 

Mango lovers can tap into the tastes of the island Saint Lucia with a delicious blend of fresh mango, lime juice and rum. 

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ oz Bounty Rum
• 3 oz Fresh Mango Puree
• 1 teaspoon Lime Juice
• 1 teaspoon Simple Syrup
• 1 dash of Bitters

Directions: 

Put the rum, mango puree, lime juice and bitters in a shaker. Cover and shake quick and hard. Strain into a large tumbler filled with ice. Garnish with a fresh mango slice.

Aruba Mule

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino / Palm Beach, Aruba

Sip the refreshing flavors of the ‘One Happy Island’ with an aloe-inspired concoction mixed with ginger beer, mint and fresh lemon.

Ingredients:

• 1 ¼ oz Vodka
• 2 oz Aloe Vera Juice
• ¼ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• ¼ oz Simple Syrup
• 4 oz Ginger Beer 
• Mint Leaves

Directions:

Fill a copper mule mug or a rocks glass with ice. Add vodka, aloe vera juice, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the glass. Top with ginger beer and stir gently. Garnish with mint leaves.

Rum Swizzle

Hedonism II, Negril, Jamaica

Dating back to the mid-18th century, this cocktail has a history of making patrons ‘swizzle’ around the dance floor (or their living rooms) after a few.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Rum
• 1 ½ Lime Juice
• 3 dashes of Bitters
• Club Soda
• 2 dashes of Fruit Syrup

Directions: 

Pour rum, lime juice, bitters, and fruit syrup ingredients into a glass filled with ice, add club soda and stir. Garnish with a cherry and pineapple slice.

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