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Marriott is ramping up its Caribbean all-inclusive expansion in a big way
The company, which several months ago announced plans to enter the increasingly competitive all-inclusive market, had already announced five new projects and plans to purchase Barbados’ popular Elegant Hotels brand.
Now, it’s adding two more high-profile projects in Jamaica and Curacao, respectively.
That will include an 800-room Marriott-branded all-inclusive in Jamaica, and a 283-room Autograph Collection-branded hotel in Curacao.
The 800-room Marriott Al Amaterra in Jamaica will be set in a mixed-use development in the Trelawny area of Jamaica, with plans to launch construction early in 2020 and complete construction in 2022, according to the Jamaica Tourist Board.
“The Amaterra Group is excited to welcome Marriott International as our Hotel Management Operator,” said Amaterra Group Chairman Keith Russell. “The Marriott brand is internationally renowned and well respected and we couldn’t be happier to have them on board and be one of their first all-inclusive properties globally. This is a great step not only for Amaterra but also the Jamaican tourism industry and we look forward to partnering with Marriott’s other iconic brands as we go forward.”
Jamaica Tourism Minister said Marriott’s all-inclusive entry in Jamaica was “a major step in the right direction.”
It’s yet another new project for what has become the hottest hotel investment in Jamaica: Trelawny, set just outside Montego Bay and home to a slew of new projects like the recently-opened Excellence Oyster Bay.
Indeed, prior to the Amaterra deal, Trelawny already had some 6,000 new hotel rooms in development, according to Bartlett.
Marriott’s Curacao project will be set in the Pietermaai district of Curacao’s capital of Willemstad, with plans to begin construction in June 2020. (Completion is targeted for 2024).
“The signings for these two incredible, all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica and Curacao underscore the tremendous momentum for our all-inclusive platform, which leverages Marriott International’s iconic brands, leading business support systems and Marriott Bonvoy travel program,” said Laurent de Kousemaeker, Chief Development Officer, Marriott International Caribbean and Latin America.
The two new Caribbean projects join four previously announced all-inclusive hotels in Mexico, along with a 650-room Autograph Collection all-inclusive in the Dominican Republic.
In a statement, Marriott International said the signings were part of a goal of “growing a global portfolio of resorts in popular vacation destinations by leveraging the company’s operational and development expertise, its Marriott Bonvoy travel program with roughly 137 million members and seven of its iconic hotel brands.”
— CJ
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The venerable Eastern Airlines brand is back, and it’s about to launch its first regularly-scheduled flights to the wider Caribbean region.
Eastern will soon begin regularly-scheduled services between New York and Guyana’s capital of Georgetown, according to Joseph Harmon, director general of Guyana’s Ministry of the Presidency.
Eastern has already applied to Guyana’s Civil Aviation Authority and been approved, he said.
The company requested to operate regular flights between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Guyana’s Cheddi Jagan International Airport.
Eastern Airlines will be operating the flights on Boeing 767-200ERs and 767-300ERs aircraft.
The new Eastern Airlines was formerly known as Dynamic International Airways; several years ago it acquired the license to the branding from the now-defunct, classic airline that once flew across the Caribbean.
— CJ
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St Maarten has a surplus of terrific beach bars, a portfolio of watering holes that has helped turn the island into one of the most beloved destinations in the Caribbean.
But if you’re planning on beach-bar hopping in St Maarten, you’ll need to scope out the right spots, from chic beach lounges to toes-in-the-sand classics, from the bustle of Philipsburg to the magnificent sands of Simpson Bay and everywhere in between.
Here are our 10 favorite beach bars to visit in St Maarten right now.
Roxxy Beach St Maarten’s newest, hippest and best beach bar is this sparkling addition to the main stretch in Simpson Bay. The food is exquisite, the scenery is stunning and it’s got the best music and DJ scene on the island, too.
Indigo Beach Bar Another new addition to St Maarten, this is an upsacle spot on Cay Bay with a spectacular view and some seriously good food, too. (It’s also one of the best places for a ti’ punch in St Maarten).
Sunset Cafe There may be no more iconic beach bar in the Caribbean than the legendary Sunset Beach Bar, the Maho-area waterside destination that is the best place to watch the famous landings at Princess Juliana International Airport.
Karakter The new, reimagined Karakter still includes its famous school bus, but it’s gotten sleeker — while maintaining its wonderful, carefree vibe and a delicious menu.
Tortuga Beach Cafe Maho has a slew of great beach bars, and Tortuga is a modern, crisply-designed option that has a terrific menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner — meaning you can get started early or close out the night with a Maho sunset.
El Zafiro While it’s just a few minutes from the airport, this secluded beach bar on Simpson Bay has managed to stay something of a secret, with blindingly white sand, a great collection of beach chairs and a gregarious bartending staff.
Sint Rose Beach Bar Philipsburg is one of the most energetic beach towns in the Caribbean, and it’s worth it to come to the Sint Rose, grab a cold Amstel Bright and spend an afternoon people watching. This little beach bar is right in the middle of the action — but it still manages to be relaxing.
Dany’s Beach Bar This is the spot on scenic Cupecoy Bay, a laid-back place for cold beers, lazy afternoons and the feeling that you have the entire place to yourself.
Buccaneer Beach Bar One of St Maarten’s most beloved watering holes has a privileged perch right on Kim Sha Beach in Simpson Bay. It’s a buzzing bar, with a bustling energy and a fun-loving, party atmosphere just about all day long.
Driftwood Boat Bar The most eclectic bar in St Maarten is a must for beach bar aficionados, set just across the width of the runway from Sunset Cafe. There’s great food, great music and a selection of chairs right on the water’s edge.
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