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The former Melia Peninsula Varadero in Cuba.

Melia is leaving Cuba due to hurdles from U.S. sanctionsThe move is a blow to the tourism industry on the Caribbean island grappling with an energy blockade imposed by the U.S.

Contour's St. Thomas-St. Maarten service starts Oct. 5.

Contour Airlines to fly St. Thomas-St. Maarten routeTwice-weekly flights will operate Mondays and Fridays on a 30-seat regional Embraer jet.

Jonathan Rivard plans to showcase Caymanian seafood and island-grown seafood.

Westin Grand Cayman appoints new executive chefJonathan Rivard's background includes classical training in Paris as well as leadership roles at restaurants in Canada, Bermuda...

Curacao's historic Pietermaai District, a designated Unesco World Heritage Site, is one of many attractions on the island.

World Cup appearance spotlights Curacao's growing tourismMillions of viewers were introduced to the Caribbean island of Curacao, the smallest nation to ever qualify for the tournament.

Chefs Marcus Samuelsson (left) and Scott Conant at last year's Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.

Baha Mar unveils lineup for Bahamas Culinary & Arts FestivalThe resort's premier event will celebrate culinary excellence, artistic expression and Bahamian culture on Oct. 21 to 25.

The entertainment deck features miniature golf, rock climbing and multisport simulators.

Sonesta Maho Beach Resort on St. Maarten opens rooftop deckThe 59,000-square-foot Pelican's Nest Sky Deck has amenities like miniature golf, rock climbing and multisport simulators.

Treasure Beach Village's 15,000-square-foot infinity-edge, lagoon-style pool is the centerpiece of Beaches' new "resort-within-a-resort" in Turks & Caicos.

Many pleasures at Beaches' Treasure Beach VillageSince debuting in 1997, Beaches Turks & Caicos has steadily evolved. And now, the family-focused beachfront property unveiled...

The $450 million mixed-use project will feature 240 guestrooms, 417 residences and 12 private villas.

Plans unveiled for The Pinnacle Jamaica in Montego BayThe $450 million development will have a 240-room hotel and residences.

The Park Hyatt Riviera Maya is expected to open later this year.

Top luxury brands venture into all-inclusivesFor decades, Park Hyatt, Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott and Waldorf Astoria have stood as some of hospitality's most established...

The adults-only Cocos Hotel Antigua Resort has 44 screen-free, hillside cottages.

Unplugged in paradise: Low-tech luxury in the CaribbeanA number of properties in the islands are fulfilling guests' desire to truly disconnect on vacation.

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