Caribbean Hotel Association wants better U.S.-Cuba relations
From South Florida Caribbean News MIAMI – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) regrets the recent U.S. reversal of its travel policies on Cuba and the likely effects on the socio-economic development of Cuba and the wider Caribbean region….
After being caught off-guard twice last year, Royal Caribbean hires a former Orlando meteorologist
By Ken Storey From Orlando Weekly After spending ten years at Fox 35, Jim Van Fleet moved to Tampa in late 2011 to become the Chief Meteorologist at WTSP CBS 10. Contract issues with Fox 35 blocked him from being…
Sandals Resorts International chefs win at Miami Taste of the Caribbean
From Sandals Resorts International The talented culinary masters at Sandals Resorts International (SRI) had a successful evening at the “Taste of the Caribbean” competition held in Miami, Florida last week. Ten teams from various Caribbean countries competed in the well-attended…
Zika virus hit Florida three months before infections showed up
From Caribbean News Weekly The Zika virus began spreading in Florida mosquitoes about three months before infections showed up in the Miami area last summer, and the virus likely was carried in by travelers from the Caribbean, new research suggests….
Trump to reverse Obama’s Cuba policy
By Greg Richter From Newsmax President Donald Trump plans to announce an end to former President Barack Obama’s Cuba policy, The Daily Caller reported. The Caller said it learned of the plans from two unnamed sources at an anti-embargo group…
JTC acquires Merrill Lynch’s international trust and wealth structuring business and enters into wider strategic relationship
Independent fiduciary, funds and corporate service provider JTC has confirmed its acquisition of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management’s International Trust and Wealth Structuring business (“ITWS”) subject to regulatory approvals. The ITWS business provides the administration of trust services for Merrill Lynch…
HBO renews original comedies “Silicon Valley” & “Veep”
Miami, Fla., May 25, 2017 – HBO has renewed its original comedy series Silicon Valley and Veep for a fifth and seventh season, respectively. The new seasons for both programs will premiere in 2018. Created by Mike Judge, Silicon Valley…
Royal Caribbean opens first year-long program to Cuba
SOURCE Royal Caribbean International Expanded Sailings Introduce 58 New Cruises, Including 28 Havana Overnights through March 2019 MIAMI, May 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — The world’s most adventurous cruise line is giving adventure-seekers more opportunities than ever to explore the vibrant…
Miami.com says: Why the Cayman Islands should be your next Caribbean escape
By Shayne Benowitz From Miami,com With direct nonstop flights from Miami to Grand Cayman clocking in at just over an hour, the Cayman Islands make for an effortless getaway from South Florida. Occupying about 100-square-miles south of Cuba, the island group…
HBO announces landmark documentary on Princess Diana
MIAMI, Fla., May 2, 2017 – HBO Documentary Films announced today a landmark documentary, which will celebrate the life and work of Diana, Princess of Wales, in the 20th year since her tragic death. Oxford Film and Television produced the film for the ITV…