Bridgetown, Barbados – August 2025 – From London to Toronto to Dubai, global investors are setting their sights on Barbados, where lifestyle and returns converge. With resilient tourism growth, expanded international airlift, and a reputation for political and economic stability, the island has emerged as one of the Caribbean’s most compelling hospitality markets. NVEST Estates is now presenting a...
Barbados’ Rockley Hotel has quickly become the south coast’s standout boutique stay — a 49-room hideaway of junior suites and one-bedrooms, offering style, energy, and the unbeatable perk of being just steps from the beach. The first impression is all about color and character — bold, bright, and full of island spirit. Step outside and you’re surrounded by the hum of the south coast: surf...
Barbados is doubling down on value-driven travel experiences to remain competitive amid rising global inflation and increased competition from other destinations. At the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association’s (BHTA) quarterly media briefing, Chairman Javon Griffith stressed that the island’s hospitality providers must focus on enhancing offerings instead of resorting to price cuts ahead of the...
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Barbados has officially opened its first Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Global Training Centre (GTC) at the National Union of Public Workers headquarters, marking a major step in preparing its citizens for the future of work. Backed by Chinese funding and aligned with international standards, the centre is part of a global network designed to advance specialised education,...
Jamaica is set to see one of its most ambitious tourism developments yet, as Palace Resorts officially broke ground on the Moon Palace The Grand – Montego Bay, a $700 million project that will redefine the island’s luxury hospitality landscape. The groundbreaking ceremony, attended by Prime Minister Andrew Holness and Palace Resorts CEO Gibrán Chapur, marked the start of a landmark development...
A transformative new $1.3 billion hospitality and real estate project is taking shape in Saint Lucia, setting the stage for the island’s largest tourism development to date. The multi-phase A’ila Resorts project, located at Mount Pimard in Rodney Bay, is already under construction and advancing ahead of schedule. Unveiled at the Caribbean Investment Summit in Antigua, the development represents a...
Prime Minister Mia Mottley is calling for deeper transport connections between Barbados, Latin America, and the wider Caribbean to strengthen trade, tourism, and regional influence. Speaking at the unveiling of interCaribbean Airways’ new aircraft, Spirit of Barbados (VQ-TBB), at Grantley Adams International Airport on Tuesday, Mottley described the moment as one of national pride but also a chance...
July brought encouraging news for the Caribbean hotel sector. Regional hotel occupancy held steady at around 65.5 percent, showing only a slight dip of 0.1 percent compared to the same period last year. Importantly, this was the smallest decline in several months, suggesting renewed momentum for the industry. Traditionally one of the slowest months of the year, July often presents challenges for...
The world of ultra-luxury, small-ship cruising is welcoming a new icon. Following in the wake of Ritz-Carlton and Four Seasons, Orient Express is preparing to make its mark on the seas with the debut of its first ultra-luxury yacht. Starting next year, the legendary brand will launch the Orient Express Corinthian, which it calls the “world’s largest luxury sailing yacht.” The vessel’s inaugural...