Barbados' 12-Month Welcome Stamp Programme has seen a total of 4,394 applications, out of which 2,743 have been successfully approved. As of April 30, it was found that 64 percent of the applications came from individuals, while the remaining 36 percent were from families. Further analysis of the data revealed that 64 percent of the applicants were male, with the remaining 36 percent being female. The...
The Barbados Consulate in Miami, in partnership with the Carrie-Lynn Grazette Cancer Foundation, recently organized a special outreach program called 'Barbados Comes to Atlanta' (BCTA) from Friday, May 26 to Monday, May 29 in Atlanta, Georgia. During the event, Ambassador Noel Lynch, representing Barbados in the United States and the Organisation of American States, proudly announced that Barbados has...
The expansion of services by JetBlue, American Airlines, and United Airlines to Barbados is keeping the tourism momentum high for the island. Additionally, there are updates on new hotels and attractions that visitors should be aware of. Here are the key details: American Airlines will be introducing an extra daily flight from August 15 to September 5 for late summer travel, connecting Miami, Florida...
Barbados is poised to receive a substantial boost in funding from one of its primary development partners for various private sector-led projects spanning multiple sectors. Officials from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Group revealed this during an interview with Barbados TODAY on Tuesday. Following a productive meeting with government and private sector representatives on Monday, James...
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley is actively pursuing the establishment of an air bridge between Barbados and Ghana, aiming to facilitate the travel of 600 to 800 individuals each month. During discussions with Ghana's Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Ibrahim Awal, and his delegation, Prime Minister Mottley expressed her confidence in garnering interest from Barbadians who are keen to explore...
Barbados witnessed an electrifying event on Friday, May 26, as Caribbean Airlines Limited, the leading airline serving the Caribbean region, launched its highly anticipated "Welcome Home" campaign. This initiative aims to strengthen connections, enhance customer experiences, and foster cultural ties within the vibrant Caribbean community. The event, held at Copacabana in Bay Street, Bridgetown, drew a...
Chefette, Barbados' renowned quick-service restaurant chain and a personal favorite of pop superstar Rihanna, is set to make its US debut this summer. Collaborating with Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc (BTMI), Export Barbados, and JetBlue, Chefette will be launching a food truck pop-up event in Manhattan, New York City on Tuesday, June 6, followed by a similar event in Boston on Thursday, June 8. The...
Are you intrigued by the Barbados Welcome Stamp? Here's a comprehensive overview to help travelers understand all the essential details. If you're tired of your everyday routine and yearn to work remotely in a captivating Caribbean destination with a digital nomad visa, the Barbados Welcome Stamp offers an excellent opportunity. It allows digital nomads to explore one of the most picturesque islands in...
Virgin Atlantic has recently announced an exciting addition to its services in the Caribbean. Starting from June 14, the airline will introduce inter-island flights connecting the beautiful islands of Barbados, Grenada, and St Vincent. This initiative aims to provide travelers with more convenient and seamless travel options within the region. To operate these inter-island flights, Virgin Atlantic will...
Barbados, known for its picturesque white sandy beaches, vibrant music, and captivating beauty, has set its sights on attracting tourists from the Gulf region. While the Caribbean island nation has long been a popular destination for global travelers seeking relaxation and natural wonders, it remains relatively unknown to tourists from the Gulf. However, Barbados is determined to change that. At the...