Barbados is gearing up to enhance its appeal to American tourists, particularly through Georgia, as Delta Air Lines prepares to resume daily nonstop flights from Atlanta to the island on November 23 after a seven-year hiatus. The initiative aims not only to attract native Barbadians living in Georgia but also to entice prospective visitors. Ian Gooding-Edghill, Minister of Tourism and Transportation,...
Caribbean Real Estate News: Highlights and Insights Luxury Developments: There is a continued surge in demand for luxury properties, particularly beachfront homes and upscale condos. This trend is notable in the Cayman Islands, which remains a strong market due to its tax benefits and stable economy. Eco-Tourism and Sustainable Living: Islands like Grenada and Belize are seeing increased interest...
A new ferry service, Connect Caribe is set to launch by the end of November with destinations including Guyana, Suriname, and Barbados. Connect Caribe, a private-sector-led ferry service, was set to commence operations by the end of November this year, promising significant employment opportunities and receiving strong backing from key regional figures. This development was highlighted during a...
On July 19, 2024, a significant global IT disruption unfolded due to a flawed software update from CrowdStrike, a prominent cybersecurity firm partnering with major cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and Amazon Web Services. Serving 95% of Fortune 500 companies, CrowdStrike’s malfunction severely impacted Windows users and critical sectors such as airlines, healthcare, and banking. CEO...
The summer of 2024 has been exceptionally strong for hotels across the Caribbean, including Barbados, according to the latest data from STR, a leading hotel analytics firm. Hotels in the Caribbean have not only met but surpassed the impressive figures from last year, which was a record-breaking year for many in the region. Caribbean Hotel Performance In June 2024, the Caribbean region saw a hotel...
The financial landscape in Barbados and the broader Caribbean is set to benefit from the introduction of the Blue Green Bank (BGB). Following the launch of the African Import & Export Bank, BGB is another significant entrant poised to enhance development financing, particularly in climate resilience. The BGB, backed by the Green Climate Fund, aims to reduce the cost of financing for projects...
Caribbean Real Estate News: Highlights and Insights Commercial Developments in Barbados: The Welches Commercial Complex, a $50 million retail hub, is set to open this year. This multi-million dollar project, also known as 'W Plaza,' aims to boost commercial activities in the area and provide a new shopping destination for residents and visitors. Read more.. Hotel Investments: The Caribbean hotel...
A multi-million dollar commercial complex, the Welches Commercial Complex or 'W PLaza', is set to open its doors later this year. This significant development, announced by Project Manager Justin Oran during a media tour, marks a milestone in the local retail and commercial landscape. The $50 million project, envisioned 14 years ago, is designed as a large-scale retail park catering to diverse needs....
The sixth Land X-Change Meetings Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) conference was officially welcomed by the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) and eGroup Communications on Thursday evening. The event, held at the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lord’s Castle, marks a significant milestone for the island's tourism industry. Andrea Franklin, CEO of BTMI, highlighted Barbados’ positive...
The Central Bank of Barbados has launched new Market Conduct Guidelines to improve transparency and fairness within the financial services sector. Effective as of last Friday, these guidelines establish minimum standards for how licensed financial institutions should interact with their clients. Governor Dr. Kevin Greenidge introduced the new regulations on Monday at the Courtney Blackman Grand Salle...