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Caribbean News – Cheaper Flights to the Caribbean Make Winter Travel More Accessible

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%,...

Barbados News – Prime Minister Mia Mottley Makes Forbes’ List of Most Powerful Women

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,...

Caribbean News – Caribbean Leads Global Holiday Travel Boom for Christmas and New Year 2024

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...

Caribbean News – Visa-Free Access and Its Implications for Eastern Caribbean Nations

The enchanting islands of the Eastern Caribbean—Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Lucia—are celebrated for their turquoise waters, lush landscapes, and vibrant cultures. Yet, these nations have also garnered attention for their innovative Citizenship-by-Investment (CBI) programs, offering individuals the chance to secure citizenship in exchange for financial...

Caribbean News – Caribbean Development Bank Earns ‘AA+/Stable/A-1’ Ratings from S&P Global

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has once again proven its financial resilience and commitment to regional development. On November 27, 2024, S&P Global Ratings reaffirmed the Bank’s stellar ‘AA+/Stable/A-1’ credit ratings, reflecting its robust financial standing and prudent management practices. In its announcement, the CDB expressed satisfaction with the affirmation, noting that the...

Barbados News – Delta Boosts Flights from Atlanta and New York to Barbados

Barbados, with its boutique hotels, uncrowded beaches, charming shops, and mouthwatering local delicacies like bread-and-two and cutters, is truly a destination like no other. Known for its seamless blend of elegance, laid-back charm, and stunning coastlines, this island paradise is now easier to reach, thanks to Delta Air Lines’ latest expansion. Delta has recently launched daily nonstop flights...

Barbados News – Prime Minister Mottley Explores New Partnerships with Russia and India

Barbados is paving the way for dynamic international collaborations, as Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley recently held discussions with Russian Ambassador Alexander Kurmaz and India’s non-resident High Commissioner to Barbados, Shri Subhash Prasad Gupta. The talks focused on a wide range of topics, including skill development, economic opportunities, and the future of Barbados’ healthcare and...

Barbados News – Barbados and Air Canada Toast 75 Years of Connection and Friendship

In December 1949, history was made as Air Canada, then known as Trans Canada Airlines, became the first North American carrier to touch down in beautiful Barbados. That inaugural flight sparked a connection that has endured for 75 years, a bond celebrated this week in style at Toronto's chic X Hotel. The celebration wasn’t just about an airline route; it was about a friendship between two...

Barbados News – World’s First Debt-for-Climate Resilience Deal Announced

Barbados has successfully executed the world's first debt-for-climate-resilience operation, securing financing to modernize its water and sewage infrastructure in the face of climate change. This groundbreaking initiative, supported by international funding partners, replaces expensive debt with affordable financing, generating $125 million in fiscal savings to enhance water management and food...

Caribbean News – Caribbean Leaders and US Congress Collaborate on Key Regional Challenges

On Saturday, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley of Barbados hosted a strategic meeting with the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Keith Rowley; President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali; and St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ Finance Minister, Camillo Gonsalves. The high-level talks were conducted with a bipartisan Congressional Delegation led by United States House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. This...

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