Travel in Aruba

When I go on vacation, I usually have every minute of the itinerary planned out. So, when I took my first trip to an all-inclusive resort last year, I wasn't expecting it to be for me.

There’s no shortage of amazing beaches in the Caribbean—from the white sands of Maundays Bay in Anguilla to the remote beauty of Colombier Beach in St. Barts—but only one can be named the best.

Captain Kate McCue, the first woman from the United States to take the helm of a cruise ship, will soon become the first person to captain a Four Seasons yacht.

Spring break is just around the corner, and there is a new way to save on flights.  JetBlue recently announced the ‘Big, Blue, Award Travel Sale’ which provides savings and discounts for awards tickets booked with its TrueBlue frequent flyer programs. The promotion has discounted flights to popular spring break getaways such as Aruba, Bermuda, Cancun, Charleston, and Las Vegas.  As an example of the potential savings, a one-way flight from New York (JFK) to Orlando (MCO) can cost as much as 17,400 points. However, with the new sale there are deals available on the exact same route from only 2,700 points, plus $5.60 in taxes.  While the deals may be strong, travelers will need to act fast, as the sale ends at 11:59 PM EST on March 12, 2025. The fare sale is valid on travel from March 19, 2025, through June 11, 2025, however there are several blackout dates in April, and other restrictions apply. Travel + Leisure spotted a variety of other discounted flight routes including:

It's about to get easier—and cheaper—for American travelers to fly to the Caribbean from New York City and Miami thanks to new flight routes rolling out this spring and summer.

It just got easier to explore the Dominican Republic and Central America.Arajet, the flagship carrier airline of the Dominican Republic, recently announced new service from the New York area to the Las Américas Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ). The flights will operate from Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey, which serves the tri-state area and is connected to New York City by the New Jersey Transit train.  The new route begins on June 16, 2025, and Arajet is celebrating with introduction fares as low as $262 round-trip.

Dominican airline Arajet announced that it will launch flights to the New York area in June, revealing new details of the startup carrier's plans to expand its nascent presence in the United States.

Spring break flights just got more affordable. 

Travelers will soon have many more options for their beach getaways from Atlanta.

Frontier Airlines is making a splash at the world's busiest airport.

Dreaming of white sands, warm waters, and days spent snorkeling—without a hefty price tag? A Caribbean escape doesn't have to drain your wallet, so long as you plan smartly enough. The key? Maximize your time in the great outdoors, exploring public beaches and lush tropical rainforest trails, and look for charming seaside hotels with special offers or all-inclusive resorts with perks like free bicycle rentals, beach lounge chairs, or poolside cabanas. Off property, dive into authentic local cuisine at artisan markets, where meals come both fresh and affordable.

Barceló Hotels and Resorts’ excellent collection of worldwide properties features something for everyone, from all-inclusive adults-only resorts to cozy, à la carte hotels right on the water. With close to 200 properties across more than two dozen locations, you’ll have no trouble scoring great deals in top destinations like Costa Rica, Spain, and Mexico. Plenty of the properties available are also all-inclusive—not only do you get to spend the whole time relaxing without wondering where your next meal or activity will come from, but by bundling everything into a single price, you’ll be able to accurately determine a budget without the risk of going over. While not every property in Barceló Hotels and Resorts’ line is all-inclusive, those that aren’t still offer delicious food, remarkable amenities, and fabulous design. From Aruba to the Maldives, there are tons of gorgeous Barceló properties at wonderful price points perfect for your next beachfront, city-based, or island vacation.

We're in the throes of winter—and that means it's high time to either take a warm weather vacation or start planning a future beachside getaway. Thankfully, Tripadvisor has a few ideas of where you should go next. 

Get ready Royal Caribbean fans: The next Icon Class cruise ship will sail the Mediterranean under a familiar name.

Legend of the Seas, the third ship in Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class, will launch in July 2026and spend its first summer cruising the Mediterranean. It will then journey to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from where it will sail year-round to the Western and Southern Caribbean, the cruise line announced today.

All-inclusive resorts are all the rage these days, and if you act fast, you could save up to 50% on your next all-inclusive vacation.

Travel is more fun when you get to share it with someone. But, of course, the more people you travel with, the more it costs ... or, at least, that's usually how it works.

Traveling with kids can be challenging enough as it is—let alone when long lines and jetlag are involved. For families hoping to avoid an airport meltdown at all costs, getting Global Entry for your kids is one of the easiest things parents can do to simplify the process of returning home after an international trip.

Aruba is calling, and that shout is exceptionally loud for fans of Marriott's luxury hotels and resorts: The highly anticipated St. Regis Aruba Resort is now open.

Jan 20, 2025 • 6 min read

Cruises are a lot of fun but can require some planning to ensure everything goes smoothly. Over the past few years, I've been on cruises to places like the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and the Panama Canal.

The Caribbean is a perennial dream destination for weary winter travelers and has a unique appeal at the start of a new year following the long holiday season.