InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has officially expanded its Caribbean presence with the opening of Hotel Indigo Bridgetown Barbados, a vibrant new boutique hotel bringing design-led hospitality to Barbados’ dynamic South Coast. Located in Hastings along Barbados’ lively Highway 7 corridor, the 132-room property places guests at the heart of one of the island’s most walkable and energetic...
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Browse our latest collection of Properties For Sale in Barbados: Todds Great House – A Timeless Barbadian Estate Where History Meets Modern Comfort | USD$2,475,000 There are few properties in Barbados that evoke the romance, grandeur, and enduring spirit of the island’s plantation era quite like Todd’s Great House. Tucked away in the rolling countryside of St. John, just beyond Four Cross...
Barbadian businesses are set to gain expanded access to regional financing and international growth opportunities following Barbados’ full membership in the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF). The move opens the door for private sector companies to directly access funding, advisory services, and strategic partnerships aimed at accelerating business expansion and export...
1. Luxury Villa nr Sandy Lane, Holetown, ‘Melograno’ for Sale - NOW USD$1,599,000 Melograno Villa is a refined 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom luxury retreat ideally located near Sandy Lane in Holetown, Barbados, offering the perfect blend of elegance, privacy, and convenience. Beautifully renovated with premium finishes and contemporary design, the villa features spacious open-plan interiors, a...
Barbados’ racquet sports scene is expanding rapidly, with padel and pickleball emerging as two of the island’s fastest-growing sports. What began with just a few private courts has evolved into a growing network of public clubs, luxury resort facilities, and community sports hubs. The strongest growth has been concentrated along the West Coast, though newer pickleball venues are now expanding...
The Caribbean’s development landscape is entering a new era of large-scale, innovation-driven investment, with Jamaica set to launch the region’s first university smart city—a project that signals growing investor confidence in transformative developments across the region. The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) has unveiled plans for EcoVista, a 283-acre smart city in Trelawny,...
Barbados News – Barbados Enters New Digital Era with Launch of 24/7 Instant Payments Platform BiMPay
Barbados has taken a major step toward digital transformation with the official launch of BiMPay, the island’s new national instant payment platform designed to enable seamless real-time transactions for individuals, businesses, and government agencies around the clock. The system officially went live during a launch ceremony on Friday evening, where Prime Minister Mia Mottley completed the...
Browse our latest collection of Properties For Sale in Barbados: Ocean Reef 202 – Sophisticated Beachfront Living on Barbados’ Vibrant South Coast | USD$1,250,000 Wake up to the soothing sound of the Caribbean Sea and embrace the effortless beachfront lifestyle offered by Ocean Reef 202. Perfectly positioned along one of Barbados’ most desirable stretches of coastline, this exceptional...
The Caribbean’s private sector is set to benefit from expanded access to trade finance and investment opportunities following a new strategic partnership between IDB Invest and the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB). The collaboration aims to strengthen financing mechanisms for businesses across the region, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), while supporting trade, investment, and...
MSC Cruises is accelerating its expansion across North America and the Caribbean, investing in new ships, additional departure ports, and enhanced onboard experiences as it seeks to capture a larger share of the growing cruise tourism market. The Geneva-based cruise operator is strengthening its position through a combination of modern vessels, expanded Caribbean itineraries, and increased...