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At the end of 2012 the British Virgin Islands changed their marriage laws in order to make it easier for couples to have a destination wedding on the islands. Couples now only have to be in the BVI for 24 hours before being granted a licence, previously 48 hours, and...
The Lost Boys is the latest initiative to open on Little Cayman, the picturesque island that lies just 40 minutes by twin otter plane from Grand Cayman. The school enjoys fantastic kite surfing conditions all year round and welcomes visitors aged ten years and up.
The Magdalena Grand Beach Resort has launched new pre-bookable dive packages for 2013. Holidaymakers can now pre-book recreational dive packages as well as a range of dive courses with the only five- star scuba dive centre on Tobago which is housed at the hotel.
Golfing enthusiasts who are fed up with the UK’s chilly winter weather can enjoy unlimited golf in the sun this March with Half Moon’s “Total Golf Experience”. This fantastic package includes unlimited green fees for the resort’s 18-hole, par 72 course, a cart and caddy for 18 holes daily, a...
The 21-suite resort that commands excellent views across Grand Anse Bay has launched a seven night epicurean package that sees guests taken to the west coast of Grenada, to Mount Cinnamon’s sister property, Mount Edgecombe (www.mountedgecombegrenada.com). A 17th Century working plantation, the striking colonial house nestled on the hillside maintains...
Round Hill Hotel & Villas' new farm-to-table menu has proved popular with guests since its launch last year. Served every Thursday at The Grill at Round Hill, the innovative three-course menu features local ingredients and produce from the resort’s organic garden.
The Club Barbados Resort & Spa, the newest addition to the Elite Island Resorts Group, will exclusively host Sleep School in partnership with the UK’s leading insomniac specialist Dr. Guy Meadows. It will be the first time that the Sleep School concept has been staged on the Island of Barbados.
Sandals has announced its purchase of LaSource resort in Grenada. The agreement to acquire the resort was successfully reached after on-going discussions with the Government of Grenada and represents the brand’s first property in the country.
The new Baha Mar is scheduled for completion in December 2014 is. This recreation of the Bahamian Riviera is going up apace, with its new road built and the four different hotel brands visibly taking shape along the beach. Expect to see high-end products and venues such as Mondrian, Grand...
World renowned developer and investor in Grenada’s Port Louis project, Peter De Savary, is set to collaborate with island contractor Anslem La Touche to construct a US$65 million tourism project in the capital St. George’s. The development involves the rebuilding of the former Islander Hotel and the construction of over...
Driftwood Resorts is renowned for its rare collection of properties and this year it will be opening the new Anegada Beach Club in Anegada in the British Virgin Islands. Boasting 16 rooms and a gourmet restaurant, the property will also offer activities such as beach volleyball and kayaking. Phase two...
Sandals announces purchase of The Veranda Resorts & Residence
Kingston, Jamaica: January 28, 2013…Dr. Carrole A.M. Guntley, CD is set to become the first International Alumni Awardee of the renowned Ryerson University in Canada, as the prestigious university recognizes the 2013 Alumni Achievement Awardees.
The Dutch island of Saba became the first jurisdiction in the Caribbean to allow same-sex couples to legally marry in December 2012
On 31st January 2013 at BVI House, London, the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board will host a cocktail party to re-launch their Natures Little Secret Agents (NLSA) online training programme with a number exciting changes to be announced aimed at improving travel agents depth of knowledge on the BVI’s and...
Sandals Resorts International (SRI), parent company of Sandals Resorts, Beaches Resorts, and Grand Pineapple Beach Resorts, has announced the purchase of The Veranda Resorts & Residences in Turks & Caicos, a luxury property with beautifully appointed suites and villas and spectacular oceanfront views along Grace Bay. The agreement to acquire...
Sandals Resorts International (SRI), today announced the purchase of LaSource Resort in Grenada for an undisclosed sum. The agreement to acquire the resort was successfully reached after on-going discussions with the Government of Grenada and represents the brand’s first property in this Eastern Caribbean country.
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