By Alexander Britell

ST MARTIN – Agree or disagree with him, he’s got great taste in Caribbean real estate.

This is Donald Trump’s villa in the Caribbean, a grand Caribbean estate on the beautiful sands of Plum Bay in St Martin.

It’s called Le Chateau des Palmiers, and it’s a sprawling two-villa complex that can sleep up to 20, with nine bedrooms, 10.5 bathrooms and a spectacular stretch of beach.

Above: the pool at Trump’s villa (Photo: Luxury Retreats)

It’s got a pool right off the beach, a beachfront gazebo, a fitness center, a tennis court and an on-site chef, with everything split between a main house and a separate villa on the five-acre estate.

The best part? It’s available for rent.

The property is available for rates starting at around $42,000 per week in the low season, listed with several villa companies including Luxury Retreats and Island Hideaways, among others.

Above: Plum Bay Beach

It’s also bookable through its own Web site, where it’s listed as Trump National Le Chateau des Palmiers and comes with a personal greeting from Mr. Trump.

When it comes to St Martin, this is the island’s most luxurious neighborhood, close to the La Samanna resort and set on one of the French side’s most exclusive (though public) beaches.

Trump reportedly first acquired the property in 2013, when it had been listed for just under $20 million, although the terms of the sale were not disclosed.

See a quick video of the villa’s beach here:

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One of the Caribbean’s burgeoning foodie scenes has another new addition.

The new Mosa Restaurant has officially opened its doors in Curaçao.

The eatery, which is located in the trendy Pietermaai district, offers a range of internationally-inspired tapas.

The restaurants chefs have another name for it: an introduction to “bistronomy.”

That means dishes like pumpkin gazpacho, octopus and Spanish mackerel, and everything in between.

Also on offer? A wide selection of top-level wines.

— CJ Staff

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It isn’t as famous as Orient Bay, as delicious as Grand Case Beach.

But St Martin’s Nettle Bay is certainly one of the island’s most beautiful beaches, a sweeping stretch of sand with a pair of great beach bars and almost never any crowds.

Nettle Bay is an oasis in one of St Martin’s most exclusive neighborhoods.

Here’s what it’s like to be there.

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By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
CJ Travel Editor

It’s one of the most beautiful parts of the Caribbean: the United States Virgin Islands. Blessed with perfect beaches, green hills and an island-hopping lifestyle, it’s no surprise that the no-passport-required island of St Thomas is one of the Caribbean’s most-loved destinations. And while you can stay anywhere from a small boutique hotel to a villa, some hotels are just that much better. These are the best hotels in St Thomas.

The Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas

The pristine Great Bay beach (part of a marine sanctuary and perfect for snorkeling and diving) is the big draw at the island’s fanciest resort. A location minutes from the restaurants and bars of Red Hook as well as an exceptional spa make this 180-room resort the best choice for luxury lovers.

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By Alexander Britell

It’s one of the hippest destinations in the Caribbean: the Jamaican beach outpost of Negril.

And if you’re looking for a luxury experience, look no further than Island Outpost’s The Caves all-inclusive boutique hotel.

The retreat on Negril’s West End has it all: 12 cliffside accommodations, a Blackwell rum bar and an Aveda Amenity Spa.

It’s right nearby the famous Seven Mile Beach and a world away from your typical all-inclusive experience.

This is the real Jamaica, a place with personality that reminds you of the essence of Jamaican hospitality.

And now it’s easier to get there, with the hotel’s “Dive Into Spring” package.

The hotel is offering a special package of stays for four nights or longer that includes complimentary cave dining for two, a “signature hot tub experience,” Blue Mountain scrub treatments and a free shuttle ride to Negril Beach.

So what are you waiting for? The offer covers stays through Dec. 15, 2016.

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