Choosing the perfect vacation destination can be a daunting task, but there's one place that stands out for travelers from all backgrounds: Barbados. This Caribbean gem, an independent British commonwealth nation, has long been celebrated as the birthplace of global pop culture icon and beauty industry queen, Robyn "Rihanna" Fenty. However, Barbados is not just about Rihanna; it offers a unique and...
Caribbean resorts and businesses have long struggled with expensive energy costs. However, as the region experiences a surge in hotel construction and investment, there is an increasing demand for sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. One company that is revolutionizing the Caribbean's clean energy landscape is E-Finity Distributed Generation. E-Finity, a trailblazer in...
The annual Caribbean Hotel and Resort Investment Summit has commenced in Coral Gables, Florida, marking the region's most prominent event in the hospitality industry. Held at the Loews Hotel in Miami's Coral Gables neighborhood, the 14th edition of the summit brings together a distinguished group of developers, hotel owners, investors, and executives from across the Caribbean. With over 400 delegates in...
The desire for adventure, favorable exchange rates, and the flexibility to work from anywhere have sparked a renewed interest among Americans in owning property overseas. Take John and Felicia Magliula, for example. As self-proclaimed adventurers, they sought a new place to call home for their growing family and ultimately chose St. Croix in the Caribbean. They purchased a spacious estate there for $1.4...
The Caribbean real estate market is experiencing a remarkable surge, attracting the attention of savvy investors seeking lucrative opportunities in the region. As the market expands, investors are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize their investment strategies. In this article, we delve into the ways investors can utilize AI to make smart real estate investments in the Caribbean. The...
Apes Hill Barbados, an exquisite golf resort and community nestled in nature, is delighted to announce the availability of villa rentals starting from the winter of 2023. This extraordinary destination caters to golf enthusiasts and those in search of a serene and opulent lifestyle in a truly remarkable environment. Whether you're an avid outdoor adventurer, a leisurely poolside lounger, or someone...
Eduardo Cruz del Rio, the Vice President of Operations for Latin America and the Caribbean at Wyndham Hotels, announced that when the Sam Lord's Castle Barbados, A Wyndham Grand Resort opens in late September, it will not only be the largest all-inclusive resort in Barbados but also the largest hotel on the island. During the recent coverage of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association's Caribbean...
Marriott International remains steadfast in their decision to acquire the Elegant Hotel Group and is now eagerly preparing to invest millions of dollars in Barbados post-COVID to enhance the properties and elevate their standards. Alex Fiz, the Caribbean & Managing Director - All-Inclusive, Area Vice President, expressed unwavering confidence in the acquisition, emphasizing that the pandemic,...
The 41st edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace kicked off this week in Barbados, a truly historical event since this is the first time Barbados has been given the opportunity to host. This year’s event took place at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre. The event featured the second year of the Caribbean Travel Forum, which was started last year to focus on the economics of tourism in the Caribbean,...
Over one hundred vendors are set to arrive in Barbados this week for the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) Marketplace, marking the first time the event has been held in Barbados in its 41-year history. The BHTA is excited to host the largest tourism conference ever held on the island and plans to fully take advantage of the event. The marketplace will feature scores of journalists, over...