Star of the Seas in St. Maarten - photo by Aarti Baran

Star of the Seas Arrives at St. Maarten Port

Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas makes a spectacular first call at Port St. Maarten.

Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas makes a spectacular first call at Port St. Maarten.

WestJet plane makes hard landing in St. Maarten airport

WestJet Jet Suffers Hard Landing at SXM Airport

WestJet Boeing 737-800 makes hard landing at Princess Juliana SXM, no injuries.

WestJet Boeing 737-800 makes hard landing at Princess Juliana SXM, no injuries.

Emergency response team after Hurricane Erick slams Mexico

Hurricane Erick Makes Landfall in Southern Mexico

On June 19, 2025, Hurricane Erick made landfall in southern Mexico as a Category 3 storm, causing severe flooding and wind damage.

On June 19, 2025, Hurricane Erick made landfall in southern Mexico as a Category 3 storm, causing severe flooding and wind damage.

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Caribbean News: Island Life, Travel Alerts & Updates

The Twistour Caribbean News blog keeps you informed about what’s happening right now across the Caribbean in 2025 — updates that matter whether you're planning a trip, already booked, or just curious about daily island life. From new airport terminals and changing ferry schedules to environmental efforts and fuel prices, this section covers the kinds of local changes that don’t always make it into guidebooks but absolutely affect your experience.

We report on the latest Caribbean news — including changes in immigration procedures, reopened beaches, price trends, restaurant updates, and seasonal events. You’ll also find practical insight on public holidays, hurricane season outlooks, and community-led projects that support sustainability or tourism recovery. These stories reflect real-time conditions and aim to answer the kind of questions you'd only think to ask a local or someone who just got back.

If you’re searching for Caribbean travel alerts, updates on Caribbean island news, or simply want to stay current on what life in the region looks like today, this section is your best source. It’s a mix of news, logistics, and lived-in detail — so you can plan smarter and travel with more context.

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You can find reliable Caribbean travel news right here in the Twistour Caribbean Island News section. We cover updates that matter to travelers, including airport expansions, ferry schedules, infrastructure changes, and local developments — all based on verified sources and firsthand reporting.

Yes, Caribbean travel disruptions can happen, especially during hurricane season or major holidays. Flight delays, ferry cancellations, and road closures are not unusual. Our Island News section provides real-time travel alerts to help you avoid surprises and plan ahead.

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We cover news such as Caribbean airport openings, ferry route changes, fuel price updates, sargassum weed situation, reopened beaches and restaurants, and regional travel advisories. These updates help travelers stay informed and adjust plans based on current conditions.

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