July in Barbados brings an exciting mix of family entertainment, cultural celebrations, music festivals, horse racing, shopping events, and early Crop Over energy. Whether you’re visiting the island or already enjoying summer in paradise, this month offers something for everyone - from Disney-inspired musical performances and craft fairs to premium fetes and iconic soca events. Here’s our roundup...
Barbados is continuing its remarkable tourism momentum, with stronger visitor arrivals, expanded airlift, and growing global interest reinforcing the island’s position as one of the Caribbean’s most sought-after destinations. Adding to this momentum, American Airlines is scheduled to operate four weekly nonstop flights between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Barbados in...
The Caribbean hotel industry is delivering a standout performance in 2026, with record-breaking occupancy levels, rising room rates, and stronger revenue growth signaling one of the region’s strongest tourism years on record. New data from hospitality analytics firm STR shows that Caribbean hotels continue to benefit from sustained travel demand, reinforcing the region’s position as one of the...
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...
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 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...