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Small island with white sand beaches and crystal clear waters a 'hidden paradise'
A beautiful island has been praised for its “powdery white sand beaches” and its “vibrant turquoise waters”, being branded a “hidden piece of paradise” with an eclectic mix of wildlife. There’s a dazzling array of stunning, scenic destinations to...

Not Just Travel set to host Platinum “Getaway” Conference aboard Norwegian Getaway
Not Just Travel will host its largest-ever Platinum Conference aboard NCL’s Getaway, combining training, networking, and Caribbean cruising for top consultants. Not Just Travel is to host its biggest-ever Platinum Conference, setting sail from...

WKU ATHLETICS: Three Hilltoppers Named to CUSA Hall Of Fame
DALLAS, Texas – Three legendary WKU Hilltoppers were named to the Conference USA Hall of Fame Class of 2025 on Wednesday. Football’s Brandon Doughty, as well as Volleyball’s Travis Hudson and Jessica Lucas, join Volleyball’s Alyssa Cavanaugh...

MSC Cruises buys in to Grand Bahama Shipyard
It's official: MSC Cruises joined Carnival Corp. & plc and Royal Caribbean Group as a partner in Grand Bahama Shipyard, which will soon add two new floating docks. These are part of the facility's $600m transformation. MSC Cruises' stake in Grand...

Carnival Cruise Line embarks on putting teens to work
If you want to sail away to the Bahamas, Carnival Cruise Line can get you there from Jacksonville, having served 3 million passengers for the past 20 years. This summer, Carnival will sail nearly 55,000 guests from Jacksonville, resulting in an...

Tradewind Aviation Extends Bahamas Flight Season Through October
They’re two of the most popular luxury destinations in the region right now: Marsh Harbour, Abaco and North Eleuthera in The Bahamas. Now, Tradewind Aviation has announced an extension of its scheduled flight service to both islands in The...

Central Bank: Slower tourism sector growth in May
Tourism sector earnings slowed in May, according to The Central Bank of The Bahamas, in its Monthly Economic and Financial Developments (MEFD) report for May. “Initial data indicated that during the review month, the gains in tourism sector...

ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S FIRST ROYAL BEACH CLUB NOW AVAILABLE TO BOOK
Vacationers can officially add the ultimate beach day to their bucket lists as Royal Caribbean has opened bookings for the first-of-its-kind beach club experience in The Bahamas. Combining the vibrant culture and beauty of The Bahamas with...

Challenges facing families in an independent Bahamas
As we celebrate the 52nd independence of The Bahamas, we are grateful for what we have done so far. We have come a long way. Independence gave rise to the establishment of important institutions that are integral to the nation’s health and...

It happened today – this day in history – July 10
48BC: Julius Caesar barely avoids a catastrophic defeat to Pompey near the city of Dyrrachium (in what is now Albania). 138: Death of Roman emperor Hadrian aged 62. 988: The city of Dublin is founded on the banks of the River Liffey. 1040: Lady...

WSOP® PARADISE 2025 TO BREAK RECORDS AGAIN WITH $60M-GUARANTEED SUPER MAIN EVENT
Reading Time: 3 minutes The World Series of Poker winter series boasts the biggest prize guarantee in live poker history The World Series of Poker (WSOP®) today revealed electrifying details of its highly anticipated WSOP Paradise winter...

Brit tourist, 67, dies on Greece cruise ship as authorities launch investigation
A Brit has tragically passed away on a cruise ship journeying through Greece – with investigations pending. The Corfu Port Authority confirmed the death of the 67-year-old man aboard a Maltese-flagged cruise liner in an official statement. His...

In Sea Isle, rain doesn't stop families from enjoying beach, games and more
Wednesday was not the ideal beach day down the shore, but many families found different ways to soak up the fun as the countdown to the Fourth of July begins. It was a soggy start to the day in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, but the rain didn't stop...

Glassboro High School students learn to make their dreams a reality with farm stand
A farm stand that sits outside Glassboro High School is run by a group of students working hard through the summer heat. "The farm stand is a place for the students to learn their math skills, communication skills, kind of real-life skills," said...
Cruises Profit as Cost-Conscious Travelers Set Sail This Summer
(Bloomberg) -- America’s Independence Day holiday is fast approaching, but instead of the usual beach barbecues and fireworks displays, many US travelers are setting sail for some exotic port. Most Read from Bloomberg The cruise industry has...
British man, 67 dies on cruise ship travelling through Corfu as police launch urgent investigation
2 July 2025, 20:10 | Updated: 2 July 2025, 20:37 Luxurious cruise ships in Corfu. Picture: Getty An elderly British tourist has died on a cruise ship travelling through the Greek island of Corfu. Listen to this article The man, 67, was pronounced...

How to Vote for The Bahamas Travel and Sustainability Awards 2025
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, in collaboration with Caribbean Journal, is proud to announce the return of the Bahamas Travel & Sustainability Awards for its third year. These awards serve is a platform to recognize,...

Hailey Bieber shows off her fit figure and intimate tattoo in a black bikini and belly chain on the beach
HAILEY Bieber showed off her fit figure and intimate tattoo while on the beach. The model, 28, wore a black bikini and a belly chain while showcasing her impressive physique. 5 Hailey Bieber showcased her fit figure in new beach snapsCredit:...

Royal Caribbean's new beach club has all-inclusive passes and a $10,000 cabana
You can now book day passes to Royal Caribbean's exclusive beach club in Nassau, Bahamas, opening in December 2025. Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is the first-of-its-kind offering by Royal Caribbean, allowing guests sailing aboard Royal...

Hot 4th of July Travel Savings: Book With Hyatt Hotels Now and Get Up to 25% Off Stays
Summer is here and for many of us, travel is on the mind. But with costs increasing seemingly across the board, stretching our budgets for a vacation is a luxury some of us are reconsidering. Hyatt is here to help make your summer travel...