Category: Island Life

Puerto Rico Becomes Flashpoint In Jon Ossoff’s Senate Race In Georgia

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His response prompted Gutiérrez … a formal mechanism through which Puerto Ricans could democratically determine the future …

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Negotiations to Relaunch on Caneel Bay Resort Lease

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Jamaica Has a New Adults-Only Riu Resort

Riu Hotels and Resorts has debuted its newest adults-only resort in Jamaica, the product of a complete transformation of the Riu Montego Bay resort. 

The new adults-only Riu Montego Bay officially opened its doors this week, set on the beach in Montego Bay alongside the Riu Reggae and Riu Palace Jamaica resorts. 

The new-look, 800-room, all-inclusive property has a completely redesigned pool system, along with a new Splash Water World park on site. 

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In total, the property now has five pools, one of which comes with its own swim-up bar. 

The property has also launched da new wellness center, with spa treatments on offer and a new fitness facilities. 

The new-look Riu Montego Bay has five eateries, including the new “Kulinarium” international restaurant, along with a new casual poolside grill called Pepe’s Food. 

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One of the five pools at the resort.

It’s the latest effort in what has been a years-long push by Riu to transform its resorts in the wider Caribbean-Mexico region. 

Jamaica is currently open for tourism; you can find more on the country’s health protocols for entry here

For more, visit Riu Montego Bay

— CJ

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Former AL’s Deli employees launch Tripleta, a Puerto Rican sandwich pop-up

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American Airlines Adds Pre-Flight Testing for Puerto Rico

American Airlines has expanded its pre-flight testing program to Puerto Rico, Caribbean Journal has learned. 

American, which has been steadily expanding its pre-flight program for flights to the Caribbean, will now introduce it for flights to San Juan. 

American has partnered on the program with health company LetsGetChecked, which facilitates at-home testing for travelers before their flights, depending on each individual destinations PCR testing window. 

“We’ve made great strides to help open international travel with our testing partners, and we recognize the need for similar domestic travel solutions,” said Alison Taylor, Chief Customer Officer for American Airlines. “As travel requirements continue to quickly evolve, we’re simplifying the research and COVID-19 testing fulfillment process for an overall more seamless travel experience.”

The program officially launches Dec. 9 for Puerto Rico. 

American recently expanded the program to the US Virgin Islands.

“We are extremely proud of our partnership with American Airlines and the opportunity to support their proactive safety measures,” said Peter Foley, CEO and Founder of LetsGetChecked. “Our at-home COVID-19 test exemplifies our mission to empower people to take an active role in their health whilst also allowing for a safe return to travel during this challenging time.”

For more on Puerto Rico’s entry protocols, see here

— CJ

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