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September 17, 2017  |  By Emma Smith In Destinations, Industry

Hurricane Irma update: Which areas of the Caribbean are affected?

Stormy black skies heading towards a beach in the Caribbean

In light of recent events, many areas of the Caribbean have been affected by Hurricane Irma. As a result, some Caribbean itineraries face port alterations where destinations have been significantly damaged by the storm.

Following a statement from the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO), Antigua was spared major damage and further north, in the Bahamas, this area has also escaped any severe damage.

Punta Cana International Airport has resumed normal operations and the areas hotel sector is reporting no major damage. However, visits to Cabarete and Sosua seem unlikely as damaged homes and flooded streets have been reported.

The Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) has reported that major tourism infrastructure and attractions are operational, with the island continuing to welcome new visitors.

Following closure during the hurricane, both St. Kitts’ Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport and Nevis’ Vance W. Amory International Airport have reopened.

Within the Turks and Caicos Islands, a statement has been released that the assessment of the damage is continuing.

With Hurricane Maria now sweeping through the Caribbean and taking the same path as Irma, it is difficult to say whether further damage may hit these areas, too. We will provide further updates once a full assessment of the damage has been carried out.

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Emma Smith
Emma has more than six years' experience as a writer and has been in the travel industry for over a year. She loves learning of new places and cruise ships coming to market, as well as discovering fun and exciting activities to do while you sail. She has cruised with Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises and is looking to get something in diary for 2021! Her favourite things to see on a ship include excellent entertainment, a delicious cocktail menu and extraordinary dining venues.

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