Paradise or Illusion? Inside Royal Caribbean’s New Private Island
Royal Caribbean’s newest private island destination is set to open in Mexico in 2027—but not without some controversy. Travel expert Erik “The Travel Guy” Hastings joins us to explore what this manufactured cruise port means for travelers, local culture, and the growing debate over the authenticity of private island experiences.
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Alexis is a key member of the ONNJ team, serving as an Emmy-nominated Producer of “Your New Jersey” and Executive Producer of Media First Group. In her role, she ensures quality control across all ONNJ productions, overseeing both the people and processes involved. Alexis fosters a collaborative and productive work environment, contributing to a positive company culture and continuously evaluating content strategy to improve audience engagement.
Alexis is a proud alumna of James Madison University’s School of Media Arts and Design.