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Preparedness and cruise port readiness

In case of extreme events By Ibrahim Ajagunna and Fritz Pinnock 2017, November 1: Cruising is, by far, the fastest growing sub-sector of the global tourism industry. However – unlike accommodation, fo

ANGUILLA – Another piece of paradise

Another piece of Caribbean paradise ... ideal for yachts and boutique cruise lines 2017, November 1: Across a narrow channel on the north side of St. Martin is another piece of paradise, the island of

POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE: Venezuelan crisis and the Caribbean

Venezuela in crisis By Canute James * 2017, November 1: Venezuela’s deepening political and economic crisis has made a mockery of the unity of policy and action that is supposed to be the strength of

A summer some would like to forget: The aftermath

A summer some would like to forget The aftermath By Mike Jarrett 2017, November 1: Perhaps the most difficult and traumatic reality a person has to accept, other than loss of life of family and frien

Curaçao: Second Mega Cruise Pier nears completion

Construction of Mega Cruise Pier II nears completion 2017, November 1: Curaçao’s Mega Cruise Pier II, in the final stages of construction, was expecting its first ship on November 13, 2017, P&O Cr

Saint Lucia: Pointe Seraphine upgrade plan

Saint Lucia plans USD15m. Pointe Seraphine upgrade 2017, June 1: The Breasting Dolphin Berth at Pointe Seraphine is to be extended at a cost ofUS$15 million. The announcement was made in April by the

San Juan pier slated for $2.8m. upgrade

San Juan pier slated for $2.8m. upgrade 2017, June 1: Royal Caribbean Cruises and the Puerto Rico Ports Authority will collaborate in a development project to upgrade the PanAmerican II Pier in San Ju

Jamaica: Dunn’s River upgrade to benefit Cruise Jamaica

Dunns River upgrade with theme park 2017, June 1: Recent upgrading of Jamaica's Dunn's River Falls attraction is expected to enhance the country's tourism product. The new $122-million Central Gardens

CRUISE: Belize making strides; Havana on top

Belize making strides; Havana on top 2017, June 1: Belize was named in the 'Top 5 Summer Cruise Destinations" by Cruise Lines International Association (CUA). The world's largest cruise industry trade

BVI: Plans to expand cruise facilities at Road Town

BVI expanding cruise facilities at Road Town 2017, June 1: Tortola Pier Park making a positive difference in 2014 the government of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) adopted plans developed by its port

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