In the latest Global Economic Prospects Report, the World Bank anticipates a steady recovery in the Caribbean and Latin America, projecting an overall economic growth of 2.3% and 2.5% for the region this year and the next. Despite a dimmed outlook for developing economies due to slowing growth and trade challenges, Barbados stands out with an optimistic forecast of 4.6% growth in 2024. The report...
Sun-starved Britons are turning their attention to far-flung destinations like Barbados, Tenerife, Mallorca, and Turkey, seeking refuge from the biting winter cold. Travel agents experienced a surge in interest on what has been dubbed 'Sunshine Saturday,' the first Saturday of January, marking the travel industry's biggest sales day this year. Among the popular long-haul destinations, the allure of...
Experience the Vibrancy of Local and Regional Filmmaking at BIFF 2024 As the dawn of the new year approaches, creatives within the local film industry can anticipate the much-awaited Barbados Independent Film Festival (BIFF) from January 16 to January 21, 2024. Celebrating its eighth season, BIFF promises a captivating showcase of talent with various events spread across different locations on the...
Discover the latest expansion from the rapidly growing regional carrier, interCaribbean, as it introduces an exciting nonstop route connecting Kingston, Jamaica, and Barbados. The Turks and Caicos-based airline has been actively expanding its regional network, stepping in to address the vacuum left by LIAT, the former regional carrier. View Luxury Holiday Villas For Rent in Barbados Crystal Springs...
Get ready for an exhilarating week of maritime festivities as Barbados Sailing Week 2024 kicks off on Saturday, January 13th, 2024, with an action-packed weekend featuring thrilling dinghy races. The excitement continues with an array of Nearshore Sailing Races, along with captivating wing foiling and kiteboarding competitions, commencing on Thursday, January 18th. View Luxury Marina Homes for...
Virgin Atlantic is set to enhance its connectivity with Barbados by introducing a double daily flight service from London Heathrow, marking the first time the destination will receive such frequency. Commencing on January 10 next year, this expansion also includes four weekly flights from Manchester. In an announcement made on Monday, the airline revealed that the weekly flights from London Heathrow to...
Barbados is currently playing host to a delegation of twenty-one representatives from Scotland and the United Kingdom (UK), who are on a mission to explore potential business and investment opportunities on the island. This initiative, known as the Trade and Investment Mission – Scotland to Barbados 2023, spans five days and brings together delegates from diverse sectors, providing a platform for...
At the prestigious Elegant Resorts Annual Supplier Awards 2023, the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) secured the highly sought-after Most Supportive Destination accolade. Elegant Resorts, renowned for crafting bespoke luxury getaways to top-tier destinations globally, features Grenada prominently in its portfolio, encompassing opulent accommodations such as Silversands, Spice Island, Laluna, and...
Exactly two decades ago, the British Airways Concorde, affectionately known as Alpha Echo, made its final landing at the Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA). Having completed over 7,000 flights in its 26 years of service with the powerful Olympus 593 engines, Alpha Echo retired gracefully. Now, it resides in the purpose-built "Concorde Experience Barbados" hangar, showcasing its...
Barbados' Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA) achieved a noteworthy milestone early in the winter season, marking its busiest day thus far. The accomplishment was highlighted by GAIA's Chief Executive Officer, Hadley Bourne, on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Bourne expressed optimism, observing the bustling Departure lounge and a similarly busy Arrivals hall, and remarked, "We're hopeful that there...