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Joe Pike

Staff Editor - Caribbean, Bahamas & Bermuda; Latin America


Joe Pike

Joe Pike is Travel Agent's expert covering Caribbean, Bahamas & Bermuda; Mexico; Central & South America. Since taking over the beat, Pike has traveled to the Caribbean more than a dozen times, most recently visiting Great Exuma, The Bahamas. Pike also recently covered the recent Caribbean Week in New York City and the Caribbean Hotels and Tourism Conference (CHTC) in Miami. Pike has interviewed such notable tourism officials as Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) President Allen Chastanet, CTO's Secretary General Vincent Vanderpool Wallace, and Basil Smith, director of tourism for the Jamaica Tourist Board to name a few. Some of Pike?s recent cover stories include 'Family Travel in the Caribbean' and 'Hidden Caribbean Gems.' Previously, Pike was a newspaper for The Asbury Park Press based in the Jersey Shore, covering local news. He received his Master's Degree in Newspaper, Magazine and Online Journalism from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.


Seven Stars Resorts News
Caribbean News From the Seas   May 24, 2012
By: Joe Pike

This week’s Caribbean updates were dominated by news from the seas, from new boat excursions offered by a popular Turks and Caicos resort to new Royal Caribbean itineraries to the U.S. Virgin Islands.

La Isla shopping and entertainment complex Article
Revamped Acapulco   May 21, 2012
By: Joe Pike

Acapulco rebounds with aggressive image campaigns despite the loss of Tianguis Turistico.

Punta Cana Article
Dominican Republic’s Road to Success   May 21, 2012
By: Joe Pike

Dominican Republic en route to progress with a major highway and other upgrades.

Caribbean Island News
The Latest From Caribbean All-Inclusives   May 16, 2012
By: Joe Pike

Travel Agent keys in on some of the latest offerings, developments and programs at some of the region's best all-inclusive resorts.

Aeromexico News
Aeromexico Continues to Strive in 2012   May 15, 2012
By: Joe Pike

From new flights to a codeshare agreement with Taca and Avianca airlines to impressive increases in business for both February and March, Aeromexico continues to make the best out of 2012.

Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy News
Mexico Resorts Gearing Up for Summer Vacationers   May 7, 2012
By: Joe Pike

With the summer right around the corner, two prominent hotel chains in Mexico are beefing up their family offerings with hopes of enticing families.

Cayman Motor Museum Article
Cayman Islands Update   May 7, 2012
By: Joe Pike

Here are some new hooks and classic selling points to entice clients this summer.

News
Unique Niche Markets   May 7, 2012
By: Adam Leposa,Jena Tesse Fox,Joe Pike

Travel Agent spoke to some innovative agents who are putting together some pretty unique niche markets with hopes of inspiring you to do the same.

Article
Scratch That Niche   May 4, 2012
By: Adam Leposa,Andrew Sheivachman,C. Elliott Mest,Jena Tesse Fox,Joe Pike,Meagan Drillinger

Travel Agent breaks down the most successful niche markets and tells you how and why you should be selling them.

Desire Pearl Resort & Spa News
Original Resorts Celebrates Grand Opening of New Clothing Optional Resort in Mexico   May 3, 2012
By: Joe Pike

Original Resorts Group celebrated last week the official grand opening of the newest clothing optional hotel of the brand, the Desire Pearl Resort & Spa located in Puerto Morelos, Mexico.