Pope Francis hosted Barbados' Prime Minister Mia Mottley at the Vatican this morning, marking a significant meeting between the leader of the Catholic Church and the Caribbean nation’s head of government. A statement from the Holy See Press Office noted that after her audience with the Pope, Mottley held discussions with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican’s Secretary of State, and Monsignor...
Barbados has seen a pivotal shift in its tourism market, with the United States surpassing the United Kingdom as the primary source of visitors, signaling significant growth and change for the island’s travel industry. This development was highlighted by Javon Griffith, President of the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA), at the association’s fourth quarterly press briefing. According to...
Barbados is preparing for an exciting year of celebration as Culture Minister Shantal Munro-Knight officially launched We Gatherin’ 2025, scheduled to begin in January. Under the theme “Come ‘long Home,” the 52-week festival invites Barbadians from across the diaspora to return and take part in honoring the island’s rich culture and heritage. View Hotels for Sale in Barbados Fully...
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The Barbados Open Water Festival (BOWF) is back with a wave of activities, starting this Wednesday through Sunday. Swimmers of all levels will experience the crystal-clear waters of Barbados, competing at three breathtaking locations: Carlisle Bay, Miami Beach, and Batts Rock. Since its inception in 2013, when it hosted just a single-day event with 1.5K and 5K races, the BOWF has grown exponentially....
Bonaire, the Caribbean island renowned for its diving, culinary scene, and adventurous spirit, is set to welcome Hilton’s first-ever resort on the island. In an exciting move, the popular Delfins Beach Resort will join Hilton’s Tapestry Collection in 2025, bringing new prestige to this beloved destination. Delfins Beach Resort has long been a favorite among Dutch travelers but has struggled to...
The 2024 Barbados Food and Rum Festival has achieved record-breaking attendance, marking the largest influx of visitors in the festival's history. This milestone was confirmed by Andrea Franklin, CEO of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), during the sold-out Rise & Rum Breakfast Beach Party held recently at Harbour Lights, Bay Street, St. Michael. Franklin noted that ticket sales this year...
Barbados’ Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kerrie Symmonds, has unveiled a plan to enhance the country’s global visibility and foster stronger connections with Barbadians abroad. This strategy includes appointing consuls in key diaspora centers to facilitate outreach and support. At the St James Parish Church, during the launch of the Barbados Diaspora Connection Campaign, Symmonds...
Cruise tourism surged to an unprecedented $4.27 billion in revenue for the Caribbean and Latin America over the past year, marking a 25% increase over the last pre-pandemic peak in 2018. A recent study by the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), which assessed 33 destinations, revealed that the sector supports over 94,000 jobs, generating $1.27 billion in wages. Cruise lines contributed $968.3...
Barbados has secured a prestigious spot as the only Caribbean destination on National Geographic’s exclusive list of the 25 best places to visit in 2025. Selected through an extensive process of nominations, research, and reporting, Barbados was honored as one of the 2025 Best of the World travel destinations, curated by National Geographic’s explorers, photographers, and editors. Barbados...