After an eight-year wait, construction of a new Hyatt Hotel is set to commence this year, with its opening slated for 2026. This development is part of a significant US$100 million ($200 million) financing agreement that prominent businessman Mark Maloney has arranged with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). Out of the total, US$90 million ($180 million) is allocated for building the hotel,...
Barbados is witnessing an unprecedented surge in airlift capacity, signaling a pivotal moment for the island's tourism sector, according to Renee Coppin, Chairman of the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA). Coppin shared this news during her final address at the BHTA's annual general meeting on Monday, where she unveiled several significant developments. Book your Barbados Holiday...
InterCaribbean Airways, in collaboration with the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), has announced a special discount on flights to Barbados for the upcoming T20 Cricket World Cup. Cricket fans can take advantage of a 25% discount on round-trip flights from Kingston (KIN) to Barbados (BGI) by using the promotional code BGISAV25 when booking on interCaribbean.com. The airline offers non-stop...
1. St. Silas Heights – Cool Breeze- NOW USD$3,750,000 Cool Breeze is a breathtaking home featuring awe-inspiring panoramic sea vistas. The property is set over two levels. This peaceful home has some of the best sea views in Barbados. The living areas feature an open plan design. The property is decorated with lots of white, nautical blues and contemporary black-and-white photography. There is a...
Key consumer trends transforming the Caribbean hospitality landscape include the rise of all-inclusive resorts, the influx of new brands, and a growing focus on wellness, according to industry leaders. During the "Views from the Boardroom" panel at the 15th annual Caribbean Hotel Investment Forum, Playa Hotels & Resorts' chairman and CEO Bruce Wardinski highlighted a shift from the region's...
1. Smugglers Cove 6, Paynes Bay, St. James- NOW USD$4,950,000 Smugglers Cove 6, is a luxury 4 bedroom, beachfront apartment. It is ideally positioned, this luxury development will afford guests effortless walks to what is arguably the best beach in Barbados. This beautiful villa in Paynes Bay is just steps from the beach; it boasts breathtaking panoramic views, 24-hour building security and is in...
1. 1 Bed Apartment in Port St Charles – Unit 247, with Yacht Berth- NOW USD$498,000 This luxurious, captivating apartment has a great west view from its terrace over the Sunset Isle. It features a swim up bar to the sea making this property the best place to relax and watch the sunset. The bedroom and living room are uniquely designed to create a combination of intimacy and comfort with all the...
Get ready to buckle up and experience the adrenaline-pumping excitement of Rally Barbados 2024! From May 25th to June 2nd, this electrifying event will take over the scenic roads and off-road tracks of Barbados, showcasing the best of rally driving on the island. What started as a modest gathering in 1990 has grown into the Caribbean's premier motor sport spectacle, drawing competitors from around the...
Barbados is gearing up to host nine thrilling fixtures in the 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, culminating in the electrifying finals. This prestigious event promises to showcase the pinnacle of T20 cricket talent from around the globe, with teams battling it out for glory on the sunny Caribbean island. The tournament format is structured with four groups, each comprising five teams. Following the group...
The cricketing world is abuzz with excitement as Barbados gears up to host the final and eight other exhilarating matches of the ICC T20 World Cup in June 2024. The prestigious Kensington Oval, fondly known as the 'Mecca' of cricket in the Caribbean, will be the epicenter of cricketing action, promising fans a riveting experience. The ICC recently unveiled the fixtures, confirming Barbados as the stage...