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Barbados News – Barbados Amplifies Its Role in Luxury & Incentive Travel with IMEX America 2025 Momentum

Barbados is stepping into the spotlight as a premier destination for business travel, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) as the second half of 2025 unfolds. Key events, strategic partnerships, and an expanding visitor profile are all evidence that the island is not just keeping pace — it’s raising the bar. Highlights from Barbados’ Recent Travel & MICE Developments 1. Motivation...

Caribbean News – CTO and Travel Unity Partner to Shape a More Inclusive and Sustainable Future for Caribbean Tourism

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Travel Unity, a New York-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in travel. This collaboration marks a major milestone in the region’s ongoing effort to make tourism across the Caribbean more accessible, equitable, and environmentally responsible — ensuring that both travelers and local...

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

1. Brand New 4-Bedroom Villas near Barbados Golf Club – Durants Fairway Villas, Christ Church for Sale - NOW USD$725,000 Located on the south coast of Barbados in a quiet cul-de-sac, just steps from The Barbados Golf Club lies an opportunity to own a brand new modern property. These single level bungalow properties are designed with effortless Caribbean living in mind. Spanning 3,040 sq ft of...

Caribbean News – From Chocolate Factory to Skywalk Zip Lines, Legend of the Seas Redefines Caribbean Cruises

Royal Caribbean is preparing for the 2026 Caribbean debut of its newest ship, Legend of the Seas, promising an unmatched blend of dining, entertainment, and family adventures. The vessel is designed to deliver unparalleled variety, giving travelers the freedom to shift seamlessly between high-energy attractions, relaxation, and full-scale entertainment. A major highlight is the ship’s 28 dining...

Barbados News – Global Development Finance Experts Convene in Barbados to Promote Transparency

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) is hosting the 22nd Annual Meeting of the Independent Accountability Mechanisms Network (IAMNet) from October 6–9, 2025, in Barbados, convening accountability professionals from development finance institutions across the globe. CDB is partnering with the Inter-American Development Bank’s Independent Consultation and Investigation Mechanism (MICI), and the...

Caribbean News – IHG Unveils Caribbean-Focused Expansion Strategy Through Voco Hotels

IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its voco Hotels brand into Cancun with a new 160-room property, marking a major step in the brand’s growing footprint across Mexico and the Caribbean. voco Cancun will offer lagoon-view rooms, versatile meeting spaces, and dedicated wellness areas, making it an ideal choice for business travelers seeking both comfort and connectivity in Cancun’s vibrant hotel...

Barbados News – Barbados Hits 503,000 Visitors with US Leading the Charge

Barbados’ tourism industry has reached a new milestone in 2025, recording 503,000 stayover visitors between January and August — a 5.43% increase compared to the same period last year. For the first time in the island’s tourism history, the United States has overtaken the United Kingdom as Barbados’ leading source market. Speaking on the final day of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State...

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

Browse our latest collection of Homes For Rent in Barbados: Rockley Mews 2-Bedroom Townhouse | USD$2,100 Monthly + Utilities The Townhouse features an open-plan layout with high ceilings, an abundance of natural light, wrought iron door for the back door which leads to a small green space and breezy balconies in each bedroom with onsite bathrooms. The communal pool has lounge chairs for relaxing...

Barbados News – Tourism Minister Highlights Peace and Culture as Cornerstones of the Caribbean Brand

Barbados’ Minister of Tourism, Ian Gooding-Edghill, has reaffirmed the vital role of tourism in preserving both peace and identity across the Caribbean. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) 2025 on October 1, his remarks carried added weight against the backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions in the southern Caribbean. Recent disputes involving...

Caribbean News – Caribbean Tourism Leaders Embrace AI While Prioritizing Authentic Human Experiences

The tourism landscape is shifting rapidly, and the Caribbean is working to stay ahead of the curve. Industry leaders have gathered at the State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) 2025, hosted at the Hilton Barbados from September 30 to October 3, to explore emerging trends and strategies for sustainable growth under the theme Reimagining Caribbean Tourism: Research, Relevance and the Road...