Saint Lucia Hosts First MICE FAM Event
Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has held a MICE familiarization trip for buyers to experience the island and its attractions on behalf of their clients.
Melia Coco Beach Set to Reopen in Puerto Rico
Melia Coco Beach will reopen in Puerto Rico on Dec. 15 after a multimillion-dollar renovation that combines the local culture with Melia’s premium services.
3 Caribbean Destinations for Cultural Culinary Experiences
Whether cooking classes in Aruba or historic bites in Puerto Rico, immersive cultural culinary experiences abound in the Caribbean.
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
Atlantis Paradise Island is committed to sustainability, revitalization and education on the thriving waters and marine life in The Bahamas.
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.
