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Barbados Real Estate News – New on the Market This Week! Properties for Sale and for Rent in Barbados

Browse our latest collection of Homes For Sale and For Rent in Barbados: Penthouse 710, O2 Beach Club & Spa, Christ Church | USD$725,000 Penthouse 710 is an exceptional seventh-floor beachfront residence at the prestigious O2 Beach Club & Spa, offering uninterrupted panoramic views over the turquoise waters of Dover Beach. This beautifully appointed two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse...

Barbados News – Barbados Welcomes Oceania Allura on Inaugural Call

Barbados marked a significant milestone in its cruise tourism sector with the inaugural call of the Oceania Allura to the Port of Bridgetown on December 15, 2025. The newest luxury vessel in the Oceania Cruises fleet arrived with 1,117 passengers, all eager to experience the island’s renowned culture, cuisine, music, and vibrant atmosphere. Launched earlier this year and the sister ship to the...

Barbados News – Sagicor Unveils Plan to Create Single Caribbean Holding Company Through Barbados–Jamaica Merger

Sagicor Life Inc. and Sagicor Group Jamaica Limited have announced plans to merge under a new regional holding structure, a move expected to create one of the Caribbean’s largest and most diversified financial services groups. Under the proposed arrangement, both entities will be combined into a single holding company known as Sagicor Group Caribbean, bringing together nearly US$7 billion in assets...

Barbados News – Barbados Unveils New JetBlue Wedding Campaign Offering Free Flights and Luxury Stays

Barbados is strengthening its appeal as a premier destination for weddings with the launch of All Aisles Lead to Barbados, a new promotional campaign by the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) in partnership with JetBlue and five of the island’s leading resorts. The initiative offers engaged couples meaningful incentives to say “I do” in Barbados, including complimentary JetBlue flights for...

Barbados News – Forbes Acknowledges Mia Mottley as One of 2025’s Most Powerful Women Worldwide

Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has once again secured her place among the world’s most influential leaders, earning a spot on the Forbes 2025 World’s 100 Most Powerful Women list. Ranked No. 99, this marks her third consecutive year on the prestigious global ranking—further solidifying her status as one of the Caribbean’s most impactful political figures on the world...

Barbados News – Barbados Set for $2 Billion Tourism Boom as Major Hotel Projects Break Ground for 2026

Barbados is gearing up for one of its largest tourism investment surges in decades, with more than $2 billion (US$1 billion) projected to enter the sector in 2026. According to the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA), a wave of major hotel developments—spanning the south coast, west coast, and the capital—will dramatically reshape the island’s tourism landscape over the next three...

Barbados News – Barbados and Dominica Launch Joint Tourism Push With Multi-Island Festival Packages

Barbados and Dominica have joined forces to create a stronger, more immersive tourism experience for visitors, unveiling a collaborative strategy that promotes both destinations through new multi-island travel packages. The initiative—announced at a press conference at the Island Inn Hotel—builds on the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that enables full free movement between...

Barbados Real Estate News – Just Reduced! Properties For Sale and For Rent in Barbados

1. 4 Bed Villa with Pool and Roof Deck – Villa Hocus, St. James for Sale - NOW USD$1,295,000 This spectacular 4 bedroom villa features open-plan living space, dining room, tv room, state-of-the-art kitchen and fantastic roof top terrace. This property benefits from two entrances. The enclosed garage is accessed from the street below with a full bedroom on this level with it’s own garden area....

Caribbean News – Revamped Zuiderdam Returns to the Caribbean With Modernized Spaces and Expanded Offers

Holland America Line has welcomed the Zuiderdam back into service with a refreshed look and a suite of new guest-facing enhancements after a two-week drydock in the Bahamas. The ship resumed sailing on December 6, 2025, departing Miami for a 17-day Eastern and Southern Caribbean itinerary that highlights its updated spaces and upgraded onboard experience. A Reimagined Crow’s Nest for Live...

Barbados News – Apes Hill Barbados Unveils a New Caribbean Beach Club and Exclusive Catamaran Experience

Apes Hill Barbados continues to elevate its reputation as one of the Caribbean’s premier luxury destinations with the opening of its new beachfront haven in Speightstown. The Apes Hill Speightstown Caribbean Beach Club introduces a sophisticated coastal escape, perfectly complementing the resort’s acclaimed hilltop retreat and expanding the lifestyle experience for members and guests. A New Coastal...