Despite global economic uncertainties and the impact of hurricane Beryl, Barbados has maintained a steady economic growth path, demonstrating resilience in the face of challenges. The nation’s real GDP grew by 3.9% from January to September 2024, driven by key sectors such as tourism, business services, and construction. Inflation has moderated, unemployment has decreased, and Barbados’ external...
From October 16-21, 2024, the Barbados Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI) led a delegation of Barbadian businesses on a successful trade mission to Panama. Organized in collaboration with Propanama, Export Barbados (BIDC), Invest Barbados, the Embassy of Barbados in Panama, and Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., the mission aimed to expand market opportunities and strengthen economic ties between...
Bonaire, the Caribbean island renowned for its diving, culinary scene, and adventurous spirit, is set to welcome Hilton’s first-ever resort on the island. In an exciting move, the popular Delfins Beach Resort will join Hilton’s Tapestry Collection in 2025, bringing new prestige to this beloved destination. Delfins Beach Resort has long been a favorite among Dutch travelers but has struggled to...
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Blue Diamond Resorts has unveiled plans to expand its Caribbean footprint by opening a vibrant, adults-only resort in Barbados. Scheduled to welcome guests in 2026, the Royalton Chic Barbados will offer an all-inclusive luxury experience just a 30-minute drive from Barbados International Airport, featuring 220 modern suites designed to immerse visitors in breathtaking seafront and swim-out...
The 2024 Barbados Food and Rum Festival has achieved record-breaking attendance, marking the largest influx of visitors in the festival's history. This milestone was confirmed by Andrea Franklin, CEO of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), during the sold-out Rise & Rum Breakfast Beach Party held recently at Harbour Lights, Bay Street, St. Michael. Franklin noted that ticket sales this year...
Barbados’ Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kerrie Symmonds, has unveiled a plan to enhance the country’s global visibility and foster stronger connections with Barbadians abroad. This strategy includes appointing consuls in key diaspora centers to facilitate outreach and support. At the St James Parish Church, during the launch of the Barbados Diaspora Connection Campaign, Symmonds...
Cruise tourism surged to an unprecedented $4.27 billion in revenue for the Caribbean and Latin America over the past year, marking a 25% increase over the last pre-pandemic peak in 2018. A recent study by the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), which assessed 33 destinations, revealed that the sector supports over 94,000 jobs, generating $1.27 billion in wages. Cruise lines contributed $968.3...
Barbados has secured a prestigious spot as the only Caribbean destination on National Geographic’s exclusive list of the 25 best places to visit in 2025. Selected through an extensive process of nominations, research, and reporting, Barbados was honored as one of the 2025 Best of the World travel destinations, curated by National Geographic’s explorers, photographers, and editors. Barbados...
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association’s premier event, CHIEF, returns to Miami from November 18-20, hosted at the Kovens Conference Center. The "Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum," known as CHIEF, is a high-profile event bringing together Caribbean hoteliers, tourism experts, and industry stakeholders. This year’s theme, "Keeping It Real: Amplifying Caribbean Tourism through...