Barbados welcomed the commencement of its cruise season on October 10th, as the Carnival Venezia graced the island with its inaugural visit. According to an official statement, Barbados is set to host 18 maiden calls and 217 homeporting vessels during the 2023-24 cruise season. With over 25 prominent cruise lines planning voyages to and from the island in the coming months, Cruise Barbados envisions an...
YES! Lush landscapes, breathtaking beaches, and cruises on crystal-clear blue waters – Barbados, the island country in the Caribbean, offers a tropical paradise like no other. If you're a non-resident looking to invest in Caribbean real estate, here's a guide to help you navigate the process and make an informed decision. Barbados: An Island Gem Barbados is a sought-after destination for...
interCaribbean Airways management is pleased to announce a significant development in its operations in Barbados, in collaboration with FlightSupport Ltd, a subsidiary of the InterIsland Aviation Services Group (IASG). Effective December 1, this strategic partnership aims to enhance operational control and efficiency, fortifying interCaribbean Airways' presence and services in Barbados and the Southern...
Wyndham Grand is thrilled to announce its latest tropical haven, the Wyndham Grand Barbados, Sam Lord's Castle Resort & Spa. Nestled on the serene southeastern coast of the island, this 422-room all-inclusive resort, set amidst the breathtaking oceanfront, marks Wyndham Hotels & Resorts' much-anticipated debut in Barbados. The resort is now open for reservations and is set to welcome its inaugural...
Virgin Atlantic is reaffirming its commitment to Barbados as a pivotal travel hub with the introduction of its state-of-the-art Airbus A330neo aircraft on the Barbados route. This announcement comes as Virgin Atlantic marks its 25th year of providing direct service to Barbados. In a grand celebration coinciding with World Tourism Day, the official 25th-anniversary flight touched down at Grantley Adams...
In a significant stride toward enhancing air connectivity, the Venezuelan Consortium of Aeronautical Industries and Air Services (Conviasa) has unveiled a brand-new route that will link Caracas with Bridgetown, located on the picturesque island of Barbados. This exciting development was officially announced by the Minister of Transportation and President of Conviasa, Ramón Velásquez Araguayán, at the...
Virgin Atlantic is charting a new course in the Caribbean by establishing Barbados as its regional hub for expanding into other tropical destinations. The announcement was made by Chief Commercial Officer Juha Jarvinen during the airline's 25th-anniversary celebration of flying to Bridgetown from the UK. Highlighting Barbados' pivotal role in their operations, Jarvinen emphasized the airline's...
Barbados is solidifying its position as a preferred destination for UK and European cruise lines, as it showcased its cruise offerings at the recent Seatrade Europe event held in Hamburg, Germany. Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Ian Gooding-Edghill, led a delegation of tourism and port officials to the trade show, which took place from September 6 to 8 and gathered top UK and European...
Leaders from around the world are convening in Paris this week to discuss potentially granting access to substantial financial resources, amounting to hundreds of billions of dollars, to less affluent nations for the purpose of addressing climate change. The initiative, led by Mia Mottley, Barbados' first female Prime Minister, seeks to address the urgent needs of smaller countries, such as Barbados, that...
Barbados and the Cayman Islands have recently announced an exciting new development in the world of regional travel with their joint unveiling of plans for direct flights between the two picturesque destinations. This momentous occasion took place during a news conference where Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan of Barbados, along with the Chief Executive Officer of Cayman Airways, and Barbados’ Tourism...