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Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort Debuts a New Look Following Five-Month Closure

The Caribbean's most legendary resort, Sugar Beach, debuts a fresh new look that marks the next chapter in the properties near 30-year history. Following a five-month closure, the iconic destination located on the shores, nestled between the picturesque UNESCO Pitons of St. Lucia, has completed expansive renovations and immersive upgrades that enhance the overall guest experience. From nine new Luxury Cottages and Beachfront Bungalows, a culinary overhaul with the launch of a new poolside bar and various updates to its existing restaurants, alongside amenity enhancements including a refreshed spa, brand-new main pool experience and beachside fitness facility. To compliment this fresh new look, Sugar Beach has also expanded on its impressive museum-quality art collection, with modern original art from talents like Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Banksy, Tom Sachs, KAWS and Jeff Koons. Those visiting from November 2021 will be the first to experience the elevated Sugar Beach resort experience that sets the standard of luxury in the Caribbean.

Viceroy
CO, Saint Lucia
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Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana Now Open in the Dominican Republic

Earlier this week, the highly-anticipated Margaritaville® Island Reserve Cap Cana officially opened its doors, welcoming guests for the ultimate carefree island escape on one of the most sought-after stretches of beach in the Dominican Republic, Playa Juanillo. The resort boasts 228 suites and 40 ultra-luxe villas plus an expansive Entertainment Village that serves as the main entertainment hub of the property with live performances on two stages, 10 food & beverage venues, a world-class St. Somewhere Spa, and much more.

Margaritaville
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Reopening

Le Sereno St. Barths Reopens For 2021-2022 Season Unveiling Redevelopment Project

Le Sereno, the intimate, award-winning beachfront property designed by Christian Liaigre, located on the pristine Grand Cul de Sac, reopens its doors on the 29th of October for the 2021/2022 season. With the completion of a full property redevelopment and the addition of brand-new suites, Le Sereno offers first-time visitors and returning guests alike a reimagined experience in St. Barths this season.

LHW
St Barthelemy, Saint Barthelemy
Reopening

Saba Rock Is Now Open

Saba Rock, an island resort destination in the British Virgin Islands, celebrated its grand reopening on Oct. 15, debuting a fresh design concept and unveiling new guest experiences. Saba Rock's General Manager Alain Prion announced the resort's official opening following a ribbon-cutting in front of more than 100 guests from the BVI community including government and tourism officials, hospitality partners, and residents.

Saba Rock
Virgin Gorda, Virgin Islands (British)
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Cabot Saint Lucia Launching Autumn 2022

Situated on rugged Point Hardy, a dramatic 375-acre peninsula on the northern tip of the Caribbean Island, the master planned resort community is surrounded by raw, untouched natural beauty. It includes a spectacular golf course designed by renowned architects Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, a residential community with a limited number of memberships, and luxury accommodations designed by acclaimed British architect Richard Evans. In addition to lots for custom-built homes, the property offers turnkey villas with a naturally modern design that embraces the coastal, secluded, and rustic elements of the site.

Cabot
Point Hardy, Saint Lucia
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The Excellence Collection Announces The Grand Opening Of Its First All Inclusive Resort For All Ages In Punta Cana

MIAMI - The Excellence Collection is proud to reveal the grand opening of Finest Punta Canaon October 1, 2021. This resort is the first of the collection's Finest Resorts brand in Punta Cana, and offers high end All Inclusive vacations for all ages. Finest Punta Cana sits along the same stretch of beach as the collection's two Excellence Resorts branded properties for adults only in the destination.

Finest Resorts
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Driftwood Capital Acquires Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel in Puerto Rico

Driftwood Capital, a vertically integrated commercial real estate investment, development and lending platform specializing in hospitality, announces that it has acquired the Sheraton Old San Juan, a 240-room hotel and 27,500-square-foot retail complex in the heart of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. Driftwood intends to undertake a full-scale renovation of the property and convert it to a Tribute By Marriott - making it the only branded hotel in the historic district. It will be managed by Driftwood Capital's sister company, Driftwood Hospitality Management (DHM), a national hotel operator with over 20 years of expertise.

Tribute Portfolio
San Juan, Puerto Rico
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The Point Estate now welcome customers in Moskito Island

The eight-bedroom Point Estate is nestled cliffside, overlooking the island's stunning Manchioneel Beach and neighbouring Virgin Gorda. Drawing design inspiration from the homeowners' travels across the world, The Point Estate is built up the cliff offering free standing accommodation and one main entertaining hub house. The expansive communal area of the main house brings the estate together as a dining and entertainment space, with contemporary kitchen and bar and huge infinity edge pool offering 180-degree views of the surrounding turquoise waters. A unique open-air seaside dining pavilion is impressively built right at the cliff edge and offers arguably the best viewpoint of the dramatic BVI sunsets than any other spot on the island. Guests staying at The Point Estate have exclusive, direct stair access to Manchioneel Beach - Moskito Island's primary beach - complete with a dining pavilion, stocked bar and guest facilities.

Virgin Limited Edition
Virgin Gorda, Virgin Islands (British)
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The Oasis Estate Is Now Open on Moskito Island

Perched on the highest point of Moskito Island, you'll find the expansive nine-roomed Oasis Estate. Offering the very best of contemporary living, The Oasis Estate exudes a uniquely chic aesthetic, with sleek, modern design and broad sweeping gestures. The ultimate entertaining abode, the four-story main house is positioned on top of the hill, and seamlessly utilises the natural landforms, with stunning transparent split-level terraces that emerge from the central core of the estate. Featuring multiple bars - including a swim-up pool bar - an expansive billiards and movie room, and rooftop deck that boasts unobstructed 360-degree views of the surrounding territory, the estate provides the perfect balance of fun, privacy, and relaxation to cater for guests' every need.

Virgin Limited Edition
Virgin Gorda, Virgin Islands (British)
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AC Hotels by Marriott® Debuts in the Dominican Republic with the Opening of AC Punta Cana

AC Hotels by Marriott®, the design-led lifestyle brand part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announces the opening of the 129-room AC Hotel by Marriott Punta Cana. With open and multifunctional public spaces, guests are invited to experience a hotel in the center of one of the most important tourist and corporate destinations in the Caribbean.

AC Hotels by Marriott
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Six Senses Belize to Open with Secret Beach and Private Island

Within just a few hours of the US, Belize is known for its warm and turquoise water, incredible snorkeling and diving, and active and vibrant culture. Guests and residents at Six Senses Belize will experience something out of this world as the team has worked tirelessly to strike the perfect balance between vivacious beach life and small-scale, secluded island bliss so that residents can enjoy either or both, any time they wish.

Six Senses
Belize, Belize
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Viva Wyndham Announces Reopening of Viva Wyndham Dominicus Palace After Extensive Renovations

iva Wyndham Resorts, a collection of all-inclusive resorts located in the Caribbean, including the Bahamas, Dominican Republic, and Mexico, today announced that after extensive renovations, the reopening of Viva Wyndham Dominicus Palace will take place on October 1, 2021. The all-inclusive resort located in La Romana, Dominican Republic, which is renowned for its secluded pristine beaches and turquoise waters, is also offering a special promotion to get guests in on the grand reopening celebrations. The aptly t itled Endless Summer promotion grants guests a third night free, with rooms from $85 per person, per night. Guests will also get free access to all the sporting activities and amenities of the resort's sister property, Dominicus Beach.

Viva Wyndham Resorts
Dominicus, Dominican Republic
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Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort Embarks On Expansive Renovation Plan To Debut November 2021

November 2021 will mark a new chapter for Sugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort, an iconic Caribbean destination located on the shores of the picturesque St. Lucia coastline. Embarking on a five-month closure beginning June 1, the property will reopen its doors November 1 with an enhanced guest experience through a variety of property renovations and experiential upgrades. Set to debut are nine accommodations, a plethora of upgraded culinary outlets, brand-new beachside fitness facility and expansive amenity enhancements including a refreshed spa and new main pool area.

Viceroy
CO, Saint Lucia
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The Ritz-Carlton Debuts In Turks & Caicos

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is pleased to announce the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos, marking the debut of the iconic luxury hospitality brand in this island paradise. Situated on the world-famous Grace Bay in Providenciales, The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos offers an idyllic tropical getaway, seamlessly blending the natural beauty of the destination with the legendary service and elegant accommodations for which The Ritz-Carlton brand is known.

Ritz-Carlton
Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos Islands
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Beaches Runaway Bay Part Of The Plans From Sandals® Resorts International

In addition to the $230 million development of Sandals Dunn's River and Sandals Royal Dunn's River, the resort company is also planning an over $250 million renovation of its third new location in Ocho Rios, Beaches Runaway Bay Resort, the third family-friendly Beaches Resort in Jamaica. At its completion, the hotel will feature an estimated 400 expansive one, two, three and four-bedroom suites, designed with extended families in mind. Guests of Beaches Runaway Bay also have access to Runaway Bay Golf Club and its par-72, 18-hole championship golf course.

Beaches
Jamaica