Most Active Articles 2009-11-25T18:13:14.655-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:caribbean-travel Charles Dubow cdubow602 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12964186415946005585-493c931b9253fc94120ccd2dc98ea886 2009-10-25T08:49:54.897-04:00

I wish I could tell you how many times I’ve taken a bag from a late passenger, ridden down the bag belt with it and run with it out to...

I wish I could tell you how many times I’ve taken a bag from a late passenger, ridden down the bag belt with it and run with it out to... http://www.planeconversations.com/2009/10/25/tales-from-the-ticket-counter-get-me-to-the-gate-on-time/ Jon Anne Doty jdoty792 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4566528368092001049-4f05975d2f2d731345c27ff1e1c41b62 2009-10-24T08:29:00.253-04:00

“Good morning, ladies and gentlemen and welcome to American Eagle flight (whatever the flight number was) with non-stop service to Nashville, TN (Raleigh, NC, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, take your pick).” If I just had a nickel for every time I spoke...

“Good morning, ladies and gentlemen and welcome to American Eagle flight (whatever the flight number was) with non-stop service to Nashville, TN (Raleigh, NC, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, take your pick).” If I just had a nickel for every time I spoke... http://www.planeconversations.com/2009/10/24/tales-from-the-ticket-counter-welcome-aboard/ Jon Anne Doty jdoty792 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15818258117893716817-fddde1c649f585544e601ad644d3b1dc 2009-10-13T12:24:49.826-04:00

October is breast cancer awareness month, I wanted to let you know of this program on your next cruise. You can also organize a walk for your group onboard as we recently did on our Carnival during our national conference. On Deck for the Cure® is...

October is breast cancer awareness month, I wanted to let you know of this program on your next cruise. You can also organize a walk for your group onboard as we recently did on our Carnival during our national conference. On Deck for the Cure® is... http://sohobiztube.com/article.php?article_id=200080 Meghan Martin mmartin464 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11998386476505503325-0ba9b5976f302312a3f43af36832cb08 2009-09-02T11:32:01.117-04:00

More than half of U.S. workers plan to use all of their paid time-off but are cutting back on vacation spending, according to research by The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG). The Hartford's Second Annual Time-off Survey also found that less than half of Americans are financially prepared to deal with a loss of income due to unplanned absences.

More than half of U.S. workers plan to use all of their paid time-off but are cutting back on vacation spending, according to research by The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG). The Hartford's Second Annual Time-off Survey also found that less than half of Americans are financially prepared to deal with a loss of income due to unplanned absences. http://ir.thehartford.com/releasedetail.cfm?ReleaseID=406619 Lauren Young lyoung404 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10321201676939456215-b567d467da30be4772e8e13e29b1ccf0 2009-08-28T21:28:11.301-04:00

The SINGLE best vacation of your life! Have you ever dreamed of taking off for a week of satisfying solitude, only to be met with hefty single supplements? A frustrating reality of travelling solo, single supplements can sometimes stand in the way...

The SINGLE best vacation of your life! Have you ever dreamed of taking off for a week of satisfying solitude, only to be met with hefty single supplements? A frustrating reality of travelling solo, single supplements can sometimes stand in the way... http://www.tripquips.com/on_the_road/single-vacation-life Jason Sarracini jsarracini866 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16453920843537981773-a57549566dc3338a44f81485cd472810 2009-08-27T08:57:15.827-04:00

It has been nearly two months since any word has come out about the privatization of Air Jamaica Ltd., which appeared back in early July on the verge of being acquired by the owners of U.S. discounter Spirit Airlines Inc. A consortium that includes Oaktree Capital Management LLC and Indigo Partners LLC, according to local reports, had bested Caribbean Airlines in the auction and was awaiting government approval to complete a deal.

It has been nearly two months since any word has come out about the privatization of Air Jamaica Ltd., which appeared back in early July on the verge of being acquired by the owners of U.S. discounter Spirit Airlines Inc. A consortium that includes Oaktree Capital Management LLC and Indigo Partners LLC, according to local reports, had bested Caribbean Airlines in the auction and was awaiting government approval to complete a deal. http://www.thedeal.com/corporatedealmaker/2009/08/cost_concerns_could_be_slowing.php Tom Groppe tgroppe167 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6898430712972096005-9016e1042a3e5af079ef3b806d2529b0 2009-01-16T00:17:00.000-05:00

foreign destinations is also on the decline, as consumers are choosing nearby warm-weather trips to Mexico and the Caribbean. Travel Leaders agents were recently asked to name the top leisure-travel destinations chosen by customers so far this year,

foreign destinations is also on the decline, as consumers are choosing nearby warm-weather trips to Mexico and the Caribbean. Travel Leaders agents were recently asked to name the top leisure-travel destinations chosen by customers so far this year, http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1774244352&f=9791 21 21 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13619924396021103925-97ec4b56b0174d9611a70977b0ce0af1 2009-06-30T15:06:19.800-04:00

The great American road trip is back. The great American road trip is back. After years of extravagant, keep-up-with-the-Jones’ trips, more people are strapping down and simplifying their vacations because of the economy.

The great American road trip is back. The great American road trip is back. After years of extravagant, keep-up-with-the-Jones’ trips, more people are strapping down and simplifying their vacations because of the economy. http://www.mintel.com/press-release/Road-trips-family-visits-the-new-trend-in-American-vacations-?id=369 Lauren Young lyoung404 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2196542816731839 2008-05-10T19:29:00.000-04:00

If you're yearning for a tranquil, child-free resort then check out our pick of the best in the Caribbean. Janine Kelso reports If screaming babies and boisterous children sound like a recipe for a holiday from hell then an adults-only resort might be

If you're yearning for a tranquil, child-free resort then check out our pick of the best in the Caribbean. Janine Kelso reports If screaming babies and boisterous children sound like a recipe for a holiday from hell then an adults-only resort might be http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1408048885&f=9791 29 28 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6349055232513334077-e955ad785178507d85a95ed6c6db9999 2009-05-19T11:24:35.220-04:00

Is a beautiful seaside town in the island of Dominican Republic, with a rich history and cultural heritage dating back to the 1930`s when Sosua was turned from an old banana-producing town to a more productive one by the Jewish refugees fleeing...

Is a beautiful seaside town in the island of Dominican Republic, with a rich history and cultural heritage dating back to the 1930`s when Sosua was turned from an old banana-producing town to a more productive one by the Jewish refugees fleeing... http://sosuabayresort.com/sosua.htm Robert Wade rwade799 2 1 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12733832870341280747-78176bfd2925168ed1a0df68c8fee88d 2009-05-19T15:18:25.358-04:00

Chicago-based Orbitz is entering the political arena with a new Web site and petition urging the U.S. Congress and the Obama administration to end the 50-year ban on travel to Cuba. The Web site, www.opencuba.org, enables people to petition the U.S.

Chicago-based Orbitz is entering the political arena with a new Web site and petition urging the U.S. Congress and the Obama administration to end the 50-year ban on travel to Cuba. The Web site, www.opencuba.org, enables people to petition the U.S. http://www.aviationweek.com/aw/generic/story.jsp?id=news/CUBA051809.xml&headline=Orbitz%20Launches%20Open%20Cuba%20Campaign&channel=comm Jim Asker jasker378 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8823938214947167903-196ce08b8a347ae9c7eef010a8b150de 2009-06-05T12:28:27.031-04:00

DIRECTV Mas, DIRECTV’s Spanish-language programming service, is launching Proyecto Esperanza (Project Hope). It’s an advertising and PSA campaign aimed at Hispanics in the United States that calls out the plight of orphans in the Caribbean and Latin...

DIRECTV Mas, DIRECTV’s Spanish-language programming service, is launching Proyecto Esperanza (Project Hope). It’s an advertising and PSA campaign aimed at Hispanics in the United States that calls out the plight of orphans in the Caribbean and Latin... http://myhf.wordpress.com/2009/06/05/directv-mas-launches-proyecto-esperanza/ Rakesh Raman rraman103 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:539571434874317 2008-03-31T14:26:14.881-04:00

Caribbean prime minister, St. Vincent's Ralph Gonsalves, has voiced concerns about the ripple effect this is likely to have on his country and in the region. So what are the implications

Caribbean prime minister, St. Vincent's Ralph Gonsalves, has voiced concerns about the ripple effect this is likely to have on his country and in the region. So what are the implications http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?j1356188950&f=9791 Charles Dubow cdubow602 9 7 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1108746466223527 2008-04-05T09:38:49.925-04:00

It's still possible to book a long weekend away without breaking the bank if you’re able to travel soon.

It's still possible to book a long weekend away without breaking the bank if you’re able to travel soon. http://travel.nytimes.com/2008/01/06/travel/06praccarib.html?scp=5&sq=Caribbean+holiday&st=nyt John A. Byrne jbyrne076 8 7 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3255520893727169 2008-03-31T14:31:20.269-04:00

Palm trees, warm breezes and rum drinks constitute a nearly universal ideal of a relaxing Caribbean vacation. But don't believe the travel brochures. In recent years, thanks to overdevelopment and cheap package tours, many once-pristine islands are now dotted with ugly resorts and condominiums, their white beaches covered with tourists and litter--not to mention beggars, bad food and far too many T-shirt vendors.

Palm trees, warm breezes and rum drinks constitute a nearly universal ideal of a relaxing Caribbean vacation. But don't believe the travel brochures. In recent years, thanks to overdevelopment and cheap package tours, many once-pristine islands are now dotted with ugly resorts and condominiums, their white beaches covered with tourists and litter--not to mention beggars, bad food and far too many T-shirt vendors. http://www.forbes.com/2002/11/14/cx_cv_1114feat.html Charles Dubow cdubow602 7 5 2 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3846250507353448 2008-05-13T03:06:00.000-04:00

Submitted By stelasmith On 05/13/2008 Description Cheap Carribean Holidays an All inclusive Carribean vacations cruise, resorts, hotels & last minutes deals to spend holidays with family.Cheap Carribean Holidays an All inclusive

Submitted By stelasmith On 05/13/2008 Description Cheap Carribean Holidays an All inclusive Carribean vacations cruise, resorts, hotels & last minutes deals to spend holidays with family.Cheap Carribean Holidays an All inclusive http://www.cheapcarribeanholidays.com/ 10 10 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1615683430518904258-ba5cb505cf0c987fdd333a98e0631c58 2008-10-14T18:52:02.880-04:00

Started with 'a week on a beach with friends,' Atlantis Events is now the nation's biggest gay travel firm

Started with 'a week on a beach with friends,' Atlantis Events is now the nation's biggest gay travel firm http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-himi12-2008oct12,0,1415147.story Jim Ellis jellis611 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13956043313702669579-b62903d90ca1d5c00de139d85eb33c1a 2009-02-13T13:53:00.000-05:00

What items are prohibited by Barbados customs? Customs in Barbados forbids and prohibits some items from being imported into the island....

What items are prohibited by Barbados customs? Customs in Barbados forbids and prohibits some items from being imported into the island.... http://www.hoteltravelbooking.com/caribbean-travel/barbados-island/what-items-are-prohibited-by-barbados-customs/ 4 4 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2294219427455240 2008-04-22T13:59:00.000-04:00

Restaurant Baru tops my list of all-time favorite Caribbean eateries. You dine at tiny white- clothed tables on delectable dishes such as shrimp pinchos on a bed of yucafungo dripping in orange liqueur sauce or fresh sea scallops served ...

Restaurant Baru tops my list of all-time favorite Caribbean eateries. You dine at tiny white- clothed tables on delectable dishes such as shrimp pinchos on a bed of yucafungo dripping in orange liqueur sauce or fresh sea scallops served ... http://caribbeantravelnews.blogspot.com/2008/04/restaurant-review-baru-old-san-juan.html 8 8 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9862816962615639200-ea1d57dcf0324722487e4e05bc6b91d8 2008-08-11T11:06:52.505-04:00

An easy way to scout for low fares is to let your computer do the work for you

An easy way to scout for low fares is to let your computer do the work for you http://www.theolympian.com/nationworld/story/539475.html Alex Cohen acohen428 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11510069331905021571-f39446e47a0c38dba01e081994061f5b 2008-08-11T10:53:17.394-04:00

Consumer travel experts estimate huge winter price hikes, so if you are planning to vacation to the Caribbean, it is best to check prices now

Consumer travel experts estimate huge winter price hikes, so if you are planning to vacation to the Caribbean, it is best to check prices now http://caribbeantravelnews.info/detail.asp?c=7080 Alex Cohen acohen428 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18240506456710218189-08c8dd4189109ba69d77de39a784e933 2008-08-11T10:57:13.395-04:00

The Caribbean remains a top destination among cruisers, and more are bringing their children along for the journey, according to a survey by the Cruise Lines International Association.

The Caribbean remains a top destination among cruisers, and more are bringing their children along for the journey, according to a survey by the Cruise Lines International Association. http://www.insidebayarea.com/bayarealiving/ci_10155004 Alex Cohen acohen428 2 2 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:35980165496691 2008-05-12T12:06:00.000-04:00

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidadâ??Tuesdayâ??s night opening reception of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Investment Conference (CHTIC) at the new Hyatt Regency Trinidad was attended by roughly 485 delegates, a spike from the 404 who showed up last

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidadâ??Tuesdayâ??s night opening reception of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Investment Conference (CHTIC) at the new Hyatt Regency Trinidad was attended by roughly 485 delegates, a spike from the 404 who showed up last http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1409718179&f=9791 6 5 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:6056996725648360488-6adff37f22f878880ff9424dc7c2f501 2008-08-11T11:02:33.758-04:00

Amid locals’ claims of police indifference or incompetence on the islands, there is mounting concern throughout the area over escalating murder rates, armed robberies and assaults.

Amid locals’ claims of police indifference or incompetence on the islands, there is mounting concern throughout the area over escalating murder rates, armed robberies and assaults. http://www.thenational.ae/article/20080809/FOREIGN/987630157/1014/SPORT Alex Cohen acohen428 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4168759416236678 2008-02-20T00:06:00.000-05:00

Hotel chains and cruise lines have long eyed Cuba as a lucrative destination, though U.S. tourists are forbidden by the American government from vacationing there. Tuesday's news that Fidel Castro is stepping down 'allows U.S. companies to dust off the

Hotel chains and cruise lines have long eyed Cuba as a lucrative destination, though U.S. tourists are forbidden by the American government from vacationing there. Tuesday's news that Fidel Castro is stepping down 'allows U.S. companies to dust off the http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r1305070325&f=9791 4 2 2 0