Sir Garfield Sobers Golf International Tournament from April 25, 2024 The rhythmic rustle of palm trees, the warm Caribbean breeze, and the unmistakable sound of a well-struck golf ball – welcome to the Sir Garfield Sobers Festival of Golf International Tournament. This prestigious event, held at three enchanting venues on the beautiful island of Barbados – the Barbados Golf Club, Royal...
The Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc (BTMI) has officially launched its highly anticipated summer campaign for 2024, titled "Find That Feeling," aimed at showcasing the unique and diverse experiences the island has to offer. The announcement was made by Marketing Director Anderson King during the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) quarterly conference at the Hilton Barbados...
The Barbados Polo Club are pleased to announce the dates for the 2024 International Polo Season. All the favorite tours are set to return, and they eagerly anticipate welcoming the players to their shores. Additionally, the Barbados Polo Club have introduced Chukka afternoons and encourage everyone to stay updated on the times and field locations through their Facebook and Instagram pages. View...
Get ready to saddle up for a thrilling experience at The Barbados Lottery Boxing Day at the Races! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 26th, as it promises to be one of the most exciting racedays on the Barbadian calendar. As the details unfold, prepare yourself for a day filled with the perfect blend of Barbadian music, culture, and top-class horse racing. The event will be hosted at the...
Virgin Atlantic is set to enhance its connectivity with Barbados by introducing a double daily flight service from London Heathrow, marking the first time the destination will receive such frequency. Commencing on January 10 next year, this expansion also includes four weekly flights from Manchester. In an announcement made on Monday, the airline revealed that the weekly flights from London Heathrow to...
Barbados is currently playing host to a delegation of twenty-one representatives from Scotland and the United Kingdom (UK), who are on a mission to explore potential business and investment opportunities on the island. This initiative, known as the Trade and Investment Mission – Scotland to Barbados 2023, spans five days and brings together delegates from diverse sectors, providing a platform for...
At the prestigious Elegant Resorts Annual Supplier Awards 2023, the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) secured the highly sought-after Most Supportive Destination accolade. Elegant Resorts, renowned for crafting bespoke luxury getaways to top-tier destinations globally, features Grenada prominently in its portfolio, encompassing opulent accommodations such as Silversands, Spice Island, Laluna, and...
Exactly two decades ago, the British Airways Concorde, affectionately known as Alpha Echo, made its final landing at the Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA). Having completed over 7,000 flights in its 26 years of service with the powerful Olympus 593 engines, Alpha Echo retired gracefully. Now, it resides in the purpose-built "Concorde Experience Barbados" hangar, showcasing its...
Barbados' Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA) achieved a noteworthy milestone early in the winter season, marking its busiest day thus far. The accomplishment was highlighted by GAIA's Chief Executive Officer, Hadley Bourne, on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Bourne expressed optimism, observing the bustling Departure lounge and a similarly busy Arrivals hall, and remarked, "We're hopeful that there...
Exciting prospects are on the horizon as Barbados takes center stage in establishing direct airlinks with Saudi Arabia. A significant step towards this goal occurred on November 15, 2023, with the launch of a groundbreaking 12-hour test flight operated by SAUDIA (Saudi Arabian Airlines). Departing from Antigua, the flight made stops in Barbados and Miami to pick up additional Caribbean passengers before...