The Caribbean’s lionfish problem is nothing new — but more and more stakeholders are taking the steps to fight what has become a scourge of Caribbean marine life.

That includes resorts like St. Lucia’s Anse Chastanet and Jade Mountain, which are taking the fight to the plate.

Both resorts have launched a “conservation cuisine” initiative, preparing lionfish as a delicacy .

“It is not much of a stretch,” said Karolin Troubetzkoy, executive director of the storied Jade Mountain and its sister resort Anse Chastanet. “Lionfish is a white, flaky, but firm, fish with a flavor between grouper and mahi mahi.”

“We are serving a multi-course dégustation menu with paired New World wines, in which we showcase the quality and taste of this very unique fish,” she said.

Diners are served lionfish as pure sashimi, citrus ceviche wrapped in a crispy tortilla, and either grilled or stewed with the flavors of St. Lucia.

“It is always delicious and a very special dinner experience prepared by our best passionate chefs and sommeliers,” she said.

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There are mountaintop bars, duty free shops and some of the Caribbean’s greatest beaches.

But if you’re looking for one must-visit attraction in St. Thomas, it’s this: Coral World Ocean Park, the island’s leading eco-tourism destination.

The park is a gateway to the Virgin Islands’ underwater world, from outdoor marine pools and nature trails to stingrays and sharks.

SNUBA at Coral World.

It’s also a place to experience SNUBA, surface-supplied diving that makes the feeling of diving accessible to just about anybody.

For years, Coral World has been at the center of the island’s conservation efforts, from a new coral restoration project replanting depleted reef sites to a major shark tagging research project.

Coral replanting in St. Thomas.

They’re all reasons why we Coral World should be at the top of your list in St. Thomas.

See more in the video above.

For more info, visit Coral World.

— Guy Britton

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By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
CJ Travel Editor

The British Virgin Islands are probably the last place you’d expect to find Norwegian chalets. But trust us, they do exist.

On Peter Island Resort & Spa, a clutch of charming A-frame cottages has enjoyed pride of place at the BVI’s largest private-island resort for decades.

They were originally imported in pieces from Norway (where Peter Island’s first owners originated) and then painstakingly reassembled amid the tropical gardens at the 1,800-acre resort.

Today the chalets house 32 of the resort’s 52 rooms: 18 oceanview suites on the upper floor, and, on the ground floor, 14 deluxe oceanview digs.

Offering 384 square-feet of luxury complete with a private patio, standalone soaking tub and a complimentary minibar, they promise a vacation experience that’s as plush and cozy as staying in a Nordic chalet. Just a whole lot warmer.

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By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
CJ Travel Editor

Having a private island is the classic Caribbean dream. But the private island experience isn’t always as expensive as you think. We’ve found 5 private-island Paradises without over-the-top prices. Some are open only for day visits; others boast sumptuous accommodations you can settle into for a week-long escape from the everyday. But all offer that delicious sense of seclusion and the distinct castaway vibe that every island-seeker craves. Here’s our pick of some great affordable private island options in the Caribbean, all starting at less than $300 a night.

Saba Rock, British Virgin Islands This lively North Sound restaurant with eight surprisingly swanky suites (plus another debuting in time for the winter season) packs a whole lotta fun (including a tiny beach and one of the BVI’s best boutiques) into its quarter-acre footprint.

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Honduras is one of the Caribbean’s up-and-coming destinations, and that’s in large part to the increasingly popular Indura Beach & Golf Resort in the seaside town of Tela.

And now Indura is looking to carve out another niche for the area: as a digital detox destination.

The property offers guests the ability to request that all electronic equipment in their room be disconnected.

“More and more we learn about the impact digital technology has on our health and stress levels,” explains Jose Antonio Gutierrez, General Director of Indura. “At Indura, guests are naturally inclined to ‘turn off’ and go at their own pace for a few days. Just 72 hours of this disconnect can recharge a person fully, allowing them to be more productive upon their return home.”

It’s a way to experience the property’s gorgeous location, set in a tropical jungle.

“We firmly believe Indura offers the winning combination of natural attractions, adventure and wellness-oriented activities required for guests to truly unplug,” added Gutierrez. “The opportunity to enjoy life without any electronic distractions is greatly valued by our guests and we are committed to assuring our visitors leave feeling re-energized.”

— CJ

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