Melia’s Grand Reserve Brings Exclusivity to the Dominican Republic
The new Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real will bring exclusivity to the Dominican Republic’s Punta Cana when it officially debuts in December.
Sea-to-Desert Wellness Rejuvenates Aruba Incentive Groups
We tested out Aruba’s reputation as of the world’s most sought-after destinations for wellness experiences.
Groups Become Bahamians At Heart At Atlantis Paradise Island
We spoke with Wendy Blaney with Atlantis Paradise Island on how her team is meeting the demand for localization programs in positive and meaningful ways.
Puerto Rico Preps for New Hotels, Reopenings This Year
Puerto Rico is bouncing back in a big way this year with hotel reopenings, debuts and innovative F&B options.
A Sense of Nostalgia Brought One Group to St. Croix
A group of 19 attendees from Texas met on St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) for an incentive trip this past August just weeks before hurricanes Irma and Maria swept through.
Marriott Caribbean & Mexico Properties Offer Carry-on Charity Deal
Several Marriott resorts throughout the Caribbean and Mexico are offering the “Carry-on Charity” deal for group travel.
AMResorts Pulls Out All the Stops at TIME
At TIME, I witnessed AMResorts' thorough understanding of the meetings and incentives market, artistry around F&B and entertainment; and the successful relationship they have with the dozens of their meeting planner clients—a tribe of sorts.
Luxury & Culture Spur Meetings Growth in the Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is in the midst of major growth as new hotels, convention centers and experiences attract US groups.
Puerto Rico Bounces Back with Bucket-List Experiences
Meet Puerto Rico wants meeting planners to know that the island is still very much open for business after Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria struck earlier this fall.
Cruise Ships Make Triumphant Return to U.S. Virgin Islands
The return of the cruise-ship industry to these shores is a welcome sign for the U.S. Virgin Islands, which are bouncing back thanks to the dogged efforts of locals, relief organizations and the cruise-ship industry itself.
6 Resort Chains Customize the All-Inclusive Experience (slideshow)
All-inclusive properties have officially joined the experiential meetings bandwagon, thanks to increased demand from attendees.
4 Caribbean Golf Resorts to Keep Your Winter Meeting Green
Get far away from the winter chill at these sunny, Caribbean golf resorts, offering first-rate group facilities and courses good enough for the pros.
See How Bleisure Is Reimagined at 3 Margaritaville Resorts
Margaritaville properties in Key West, Grand Cayman and Fort Lauderdale are offering a competitive choice for planners with a range of innovative options and upgrades.
Caribbean & Mexico Happenings This Fall
News from four Caribbean & Mexico resorts: Club Med, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa, Hilton Rose Hall and Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun
New Park Hyatt Provides Wellness Sanctuary in St. Kitts
On Nov. 1, Hyatt opened its first Park Hyatt hotel in the Caribbean: the 126-room Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour.
Q&A: Tech Fosters Sustainability at Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun
See how planners are utilizing tech in meetings at Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun, and where the crossroads of sustainability and innovation meet.
5 New Happenings in The Islands of The Bahamas
Meeting planners will be happy to know that The Bahamas is still very much open for business, with a slew of new experiences to offer groups in 2018.
The Latest Hurricane Update From Puerto Rico
Many hotels are housing local and international relief workers, law enforcement and other government officials as well guests, and in some cases providing wi-fi hotspots.
Bespoke is Big Business for Barcelo & Melia
Barcelo Hotel Group and Melia Hotels & Resorts have made significant investments in brand restructures that will deliver even more options to planners.
The Latest Post-Hurricane Updates Coming Out of the U.S. Virgin Islands
The latest post-hurricane updates coming out of the U.S. Virgin Islands attests to the notion that hope is a thing of wings, supplies and WiFi.
3 Ways the Hospitality Industry is Helping Hurricane Maria and Irma Victims
So far, United AIrlines has committed over 7 million bonus miles to customers and matched $300,000 in donations.
The New Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Offers a New Take on Luxury
Spanning 600 acres in Nassau, The Bahamas, the newly opened Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is already capturing groups with its own brand of luxury.
Groups Battle It Out Barefoot at Puerto Rico’s El Conquistador
Groups battle it out barefoot along the turquoise Caribbean Sea during team building experiences at El Conquistador.
Q&A: How Fiesta Americana Is Catering to the Transformational Meetings Trend
Fiesta Americana digs deep to cater to new a new expectation in meetings: transformational group experiences.
Marriott Caribbean & Latin American Resorts Ask Planners to Imagine That
Marriott Caribbean & Latin American Resorts gives meeting planners a reason to take groups to the beach with its Imagine That promotion.
