Puerto Rico News Review

How to Hop Around Four Caribbean Islands on One Ferry

Karen Udler — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:21:19 -0500

One morning you’re sipping coffee on the veranda of a Nevisian inn, the slopes of Nevis Peak rising in the distance. The next, you’re on Saba, winding along its mountain roads toward a trailhead that leads to the clouds. A few days later, you’re exploring the quiet lanes of St. Eustatius, before ending your journey in the bright cafés and beach clubs of St. Maarten.

The multi-destination program officially launched at the end of last month at the St. Maarten Tourism Bureau, marking a milestone in regional cooperation among six tourism authorities: St. Kitts, Nevis, Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Maarten, and St. Martin. The concept is built around the Makana Ferry, which links these neighboring islands through regular, scenic crossings, allowing travelers to experience the Caribbean’s variety without ever boarding a plane.

Redefining Island-Hopping

Delegates marked the launch with a multi-island voyage, beginning in St. Maarten and continuing through Saba, Statia, and St. Kitts, each stop celebrating a shared vision of connection and sustainable growth. “This initiative is proof of what’s possible when we move beyond borders,” said representatives of the participating tourism boards in a joint statement provided to Caribbean Journal. “By working together as one Caribbean family, we not only enhance the visitor experience but also strengthen the ties that bind our islands together.”

For travelers, the appeal is clear: each island offers a distinct rhythm and character. St. Kitts brings a mix of lively beaches, historic sites, and easygoing charm. Nevis exudes understated luxury and intimacy, its beaches lined with small inns and plantation-style resorts. Saba remains one of the Caribbean’s last untouched outposts, famed for its hiking and diving. Statia offers cultural depth, from its restored 17th-century fort to its living Afro-Caribbean heritage. And St. Maarten/St. Martin, long a culinary and shopping hub, ties it all together with its blend of Dutch and French influences.

The initiative also aims to encourage longer stays and greater regional spending — a model that tourism leaders hope will strengthen local economies across multiple destinations. By creating shared marketing, booking platforms, and cooperative transportation, 4 Islands, One Escape represents a new kind of regional storytelling — one that frames the Caribbean as a network of connected experiences rather than a collection of standalone resorts.

Travelers can now begin booking routes and stays through the Makana Escape platform, which will continue to expand with more partners, including boutique hotels, resorts, and local tour operators.

With the turquoise waters of the Caribbean as its backdrop, 4 Islands, One Escape offers not just convenience, but a rare chance to experience the region’s diversity — island by island, day by day.

Inside the Experience

The Makana Ferry runs scheduled routes that make it easy to design your own itinerary. You could start in St. Kitts, hop to Nevis for a few quiet days, cross to Saba for diving or hiking, then stop in Statia before finishing in St. Maarten — all with one integrated booking system.

Accommodations range from boutique inns and guesthouses to full-service resorts, with each island offering its own blend of local food, culture, and scenery. The program’s official site, makanaescape.com, offers sample itineraries, lodging options, and travel details.

How to Book

Bookings are now open through the Makana Escape platform, which packages ferry routes, hotels, and local experiences into one journey. More participating partners are expected to join in the months ahead, expanding the network and adding themed escapes — from culinary weekends to eco-travel adventures.

By linking five destinations in one itinerary, 4 Islands, One Escape isn’t just simplifying travel. It’s reimagining the Caribbean as a connected region — one that rewards curiosity and invites travelers to explore beyond a single shoreline.

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This Anguilla Resort Has New Dining, a Beach Café, and a Reimagined Oceanfront Escape

Caitlin Sullivan — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:31:44 -0500

Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club is entering the new season with a slate of additions that further define its position as one of the region’s leading luxury resorts. The Anguilla property has introduced a new Mediterranean restaurant, reopened its Merrywing Beach enclave, launched a family-friendly café, and added themed dining events at its signature beachfront restaurant.

The resort’s newest restaurant, Sole di Mare, brings a Mediterranean sensibility to Anguilla, with dishes influenced by the coasts of France, Greece, Spain, and Morocco. The menu features handmade pastas, pizzas, and locally sourced ingredients from the resort’s hydroponic farm. The restaurant overlooks the Merrywing Pool, with sweeping views of the sea and neighboring Saint Martin.

Aurora has also reopened its Merrywing Beach area, an oceanfront enclave with direct access to the family pool and nearby restaurants including Breezes, Tokyo Bay, and D. Richard’s Steakhouse. The return of Merrywing Beach expands the resort’s range of accommodations and beachfront experiences.

The debut of Merrywing Café adds a casual new space for guests, serving pastries, ice cream, and coffee throughout the day. The café complements the resort’s growing culinary footprint, offering a relaxed option for families and guests on the go.

Beginning Nov. 15, Breezes will host Saturday Mexican Nights, a weekly beachfront event featuring regional dishes, tropical cocktails, and live entertainment.

“This season marks a dynamic new chapter for Aurora Anguilla,” said Sean Robertson, General Manager of Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club. “We’re proud to introduce new dining experiences and refreshed spaces that continue to elevate our guest offerings while reflecting the genuine warmth and creativity that make Aurora so special.”

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Spirit Airlines Just Launched Fort Lauderdale–Key West Flights

Caribbean Journal Staff — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:02:48 -0500

The Sunshine State just got a little easier to explore. Spirit Airlines has officially touched down at the Southernmost Point, launching the only nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Key West International Airport.

The new flights give South Floridians a fast, affordable alternative to the long drive down the Overseas Highway, connecting travelers to the heart of the Florida Keys in under an hour.

“Key West lives up to its reputation as an island paradise, and now Fort Lauderdale travelers can get to their Florida Keys vacation in under an hour,” said Andrea Lusso, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. “As South Florida’s hometown airline, we’re proud to expand our Florida footprint and introduce a convenient and affordable way for guests across our network to reach the Southernmost Point.”

The flight takes under an hour. By comparison, the drive between Fort Lauderdale and Key West typically takes about four hours.

Flights will operate up to three times weekly on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, ramping up to daily service on Dec. 18, 2025, for the holiday season. The new connection opens easy access to Key West’s signature experiences, from strolling Duval Street to sunset sails and coral reef excursions.

“Spirit Airlines beginning service at Key West International Airport is a win for tourism and the Florida Keys,” said Richard Strickland, Executive Director of Airports. “This convenient new route will connect the Keys to dozens of destinations across Spirit’s network, further broadening our global reach.”

The addition of Key West marks Spirit’s eighth destination in Florida, joining Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Miami, Orlando, Pensacola, Tampa, and West Palm Beach — giving travelers from cities like Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Newark, New York, and Philadelphia a new one-stop gateway to the Keys.

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Jamaica’s Legendary Half Moon Resort Is Reopening Next Month

Caribbean Journal Staff — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:08:00 -0500

It’s the signature luxury resort in Jamaica. And it’s making a quick comeback, Caribbean Journal has learned.

One week after the passage of Hurricane Melissa, Half Moon Jamaica has announced plans to reopen on Dec. 15, 2025, as the resort and the wider island continue recovery efforts.

The legendary Montego Bay property confirmed that the team that sheltered in place during the storm are safe. “Their strength and spirit remind us of what truly endures: community, care, and connection,” the resort said in a statement.

The resort will begin a phased reopening, prioritizing existing reservations and welcoming guests first to Eclipse at Half Moon and the recently renovated Villas at Half Moon, which just opened earlier this year with a slate of state-of-the-art garden and ocean retreats. We recently stayed at two of them, and they’re spectacular.

Half Moon said its immediate focus is supporting its more than 800 team members, many of whom suffered damage to their homes or property during the hurricane.

The resort has launched a relief fund, the Half Moon Spirit Fund, to assist affected employees and their families.

Local infrastructure around Montego Bay sustained damage, and the Dec. 15 reopening date aligns with the Jamaican government’s timeline for the full reopening of the country’s tourism sector.

Half Moon said it will continue to update guests on its recovery and reopening progress through its website and social media channels. Guests with existing reservations are being contacted directly, and deposits can be applied to future stays through Dec. 20, 2026.

For more, visit Half Moon.

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