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Meteorologists are closely monitoring the Caribbean as the likelihood of storm formation increases


Meteorologists are closely monitoring the Caribbean as the likelihood of storm formation increases

The likelihood of a new named storm forming in the Caribbean and moving into the Gulf of Mexico next week is increasing. Since Thursday morning, the hurricane center has increased the probability of strengthening within the next seven days to 40%, with no chance of strengthening within the next two days. “Gradual development of this […]

Tropical Storm Gordon and other disturbances in the Atlantic


Tropical Storm Gordon and other disturbances in the Atlantic

While Francine continues to bring rain to the southeastern United States, an approaching storm off the coast could bring additional rain and flooding to the region in the next few days. Storm expected to bring heavy rain to North Carolina and Virginia A tropical rainstorm that meteorologists say could strengthen into a named storm this […]

Highlights from Rental Escapes: The best villas in the Caribbean for your vacation


Highlights from Rental Escapes: The best villas in the Caribbean for your vacation

by Lacey Pfalz Last updated: 11:25 a.m. ET, Thu, August 22, 2024 Full-service luxury villa company Rental Escapes is introducing its luxury villas for rent available for booking during the winter holiday season this year, including private rentals in scenic warm-weather destinations such as the Turks and Caicos Islands, Costa Rica and St. Barts. “As […]

Food and wine festival returns to Casa de Campo: Travel Weekly


Food and wine festival returns to Casa de Campo: Travel Weekly

Casa de Campo Resort & Villas in the La Romana region of the Dominican Republic will host its second annual Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival October 10-12. This year’s event features chef and television personality Scott Conant, chef Hubert Keller and James Beard Award-winning chef Shawn McClain. The event is a partnership with […]

Latest News: Rockbridge Buys in Chicago; NYC Mixed-Use Refinance; $9K for Marriott


Latest News: Rockbridge Buys in Chicago; NYC Mixed-Use Refinance; K for Marriott

Latest news on deals, developments, data and more. Rockbridge buys in Chicago. Columbus, Ohio-based owner and developer Rockbridge has acquired the 200-room Hyatt House Chicago West Loop/Fulton Market hotel, located one block from McDonald’s headquarters. The name of the seller and the price paid were not disclosed. Built in 2019, the 14-story hotel is the […]

Latest news: Loews Hollywood on the market; Hyatt completes sale in Orlando; Daily rates in the US rise


Latest news: Loews Hollywood on the market; Hyatt completes sale in Orlando; Daily rates in the US rise

Latest news on deals, developments, data and more. Joint venture sells Hollywood hotel at a discount. A joint venture of London-based MetLife Investment Management and New York City-based Loews Hotels & Resorts has put its 625-room Loews Hollywood Hotel up for sale at a discount, according to The Real Deal. The joint venture offered the […]

Rental Escapes offers discounts on luxury villas in the Caribbean and Mexico


Rental Escapes offers discounts on luxury villas in the Caribbean and Mexico

by Brian Major Last updated: 11:40 a.m. ET, Friday, August 16, 2024 Luxury villa company Rental Escapes has launched new promotions that offer travelers up to 50 percent off select villas in the Caribbean and Mexico, ranging from beachfront retreats to country estates. Villa offerings include a five-bedroom property at Sandy Lane Estate in Barbados, […]

Rashe’s Cuisine cooks Jamaican comfort


Rashe’s Cuisine cooks Jamaican comfort

For some, comfort food means the kind of rich, high-calorie dishes found at places like Cracker Barrel or at numerous restaurants specializing in traditional “Southern cooking.” For the loyal customers of Rashe’s Cuisine, that comfort food goes beyond tasty cooking to include a consistent and friendly presence in the community. The presence of Rashe’s Jamaican […]