View Hotels for Sale in Barbados Barbados, often referred to as the "Gem of the Caribbean," is not just a vacationer's dream but also a haven for savvy investors looking to tap into the lucrative hospitality industry. With a steady influx of tourists seeking sun, sea, and sand, the island presents a golden opportunity for those considering hotels for sale in this tropical paradise. Beachfront Hotel...
In a significant step forward for public health in the Caribbean, the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and the Training Programs in Epidemiology and Public Health Interventions Network (TEPHINET) have renewed their partnership. By signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the two organizations are doubling down on their shared mission to enhance the technical skills of public health...
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has announced an exciting partnership with the Travel & Adventure Shows, a leading travel exhibition series in the United States. This collaboration aims to enhance the visibility of Caribbean destinations in major U.S. markets, reinforcing the region’s appeal as a premier travel choice for global tourists. For over two decades, the Travel & Adventure...
Caribbean Airlines has unveiled a new flight service connecting Guadeloupe and Barbados, just in time for the holiday season. This initiative aligns with the airline’s mission to strengthen inter-Caribbean connectivity and reestablish links between French and English-speaking territories. The inaugural flight, BW287, landed at Grantley Adams International Airport on December 11. Passengers were...
Barbados has secured an additional US$56 million (BDS$112 million) from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) following a successful fourth programme review. This development underscores the nation’s impressive economic performance and strides in climate resilience under its homegrown economic recovery plan, BERT 2022. The new disbursement comprises US$19 million (BDS$38 million) under the IMF’s...
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) hosted its much-anticipated Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) in Miami last month, uniting hospitality and tourism leaders from across the region. Under the theme “Keeping It Real: Amplifying Caribbean Tourism through Authenticity, Integration, and Immersion,” CHIEF 2025 spotlighted the growing importance of creating genuine...
KPMG has officially unveiled a new global centre of excellence dedicated to improving healthcare systems in island communities, focusing on the unique challenges they face. Dr. Anna van Poucke, Global Head of Healthcare at KPMG International, emphasized, “As healthcare systems worldwide encounter both unprecedented challenges and opportunities, KPMG International recognizes the pressing need for...
Flights to the Caribbean are becoming significantly more affordable, according to the latest Travel Trends Forecast from popular travel platform, Kayak. The report reveals a 17% decrease in airfare to the Caribbean year-over-year, marking the lowest prices seen in three years. Destinations like Dominica and Barbados have seen some of the biggest savings, with airfare down 21% and 17%,...
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley of Barbados has earned a spot on Forbes Magazine’s prestigious list of the 100 most powerful women in the world for the second time. Mottley, 59, was recognized in the Politics and Policy category, with the magazine highlighting her remarkable leadership on the global stage. Mottley made history in 2018 when she became Barbados' first female prime minister. Since then,...
The Caribbean has emerged as a top choice for global holiday travelers in 2024, with destinations across the region seeing impressive growth in hotel occupancy rates and average daily rates (ADR). Amadeus’ Demand360® data, as of December 2, 2024, highlights a shift in global travel patterns for the festive season, underscoring the Caribbean’s appeal alongside strong growth in the Asia Pacific...