Sagicor Life Inc. and Sagicor Group Jamaica Limited have announced plans to merge under a new regional holding structure, a move expected to create one of the Caribbean’s largest and most diversified financial services groups. Under the proposed arrangement, both entities will be combined into a single holding company known as Sagicor Group Caribbean, bringing together nearly US$7 billion in assets...
Barbados is strengthening its appeal as a premier destination for weddings with the launch of All Aisles Lead to Barbados, a new promotional campaign by the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) in partnership with JetBlue and five of the island’s leading resorts. The initiative offers engaged couples meaningful incentives to say “I do” in Barbados, including complimentary JetBlue flights for...
Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has once again secured her place among the world’s most influential leaders, earning a spot on the Forbes 2025 World’s 100 Most Powerful Women list. Ranked No. 99, this marks her third consecutive year on the prestigious global ranking—further solidifying her status as one of the Caribbean’s most impactful political figures on the world...
Holland America Line has welcomed the Zuiderdam back into service with a refreshed look and a suite of new guest-facing enhancements after a two-week drydock in the Bahamas. The ship resumed sailing on December 6, 2025, departing Miami for a 17-day Eastern and Southern Caribbean itinerary that highlights its updated spaces and upgraded onboard experience. A Reimagined Crow’s Nest for Live...
Demand accelerates across Sandy Lane, Apes Hill, and Royal Westmoreland as UK, Canadian and US investors seek stability, lifestyle, & long-term asset security A new wave of High-Net-Worth buyers from the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States is transforming Barbados’ luxury property landscape. As wealth migration trends accelerate and investors prioritise jurisdictions that offer both...
Grand Cayman is set to debut one of the region’s most ambitious wellness projects yet: Meraki Wellness, a purpose-built sanctuary dedicated entirely to restoration and modern wellbeing. Opening February 1, 2026 just steps from Seven Mile Beach, the new 16,000-square-foot facility introduces a level of intentional design and therapeutic depth rarely seen in the Caribbean. A Wellness Environment...
In a major move for Caribbean luxury travel, Equinox Hotels—the global hospitality brand synonymous with high-performance living—has officially announced its regional debut with the launch of Equinox Resort Anguilla Port Nimara, located at Port Nimara on the northern coast of Anguilla. Set along one of the island’s most desirable waterfronts, this flagship project brings Equinox’s signature style...
Barbados and Nigeria have entered a transformative new chapter in transatlantic cooperation, signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that lays the foundation for joint pharmaceutical production, regulatory collaboration, and expanded market access across the Caribbean, Latin America, ECOWAS, and the wider African continent. The agreement — signed between Barbados Pharmaceuticals Inc....
Virgin Atlantic is strengthening its Caribbean footprint this winter, introducing expanded partnerships and upgraded regional connectivity that make exploring multiple islands easier, smoother, and more convenient for travelers. At the center of this push is a new interline agreement with InterCaribbean Airways, opening access to 11 additional destinations across the region. Travelers flying with...
Apes Hill Barbados has once again reaffirmed its position among the Caribbean’s most exceptional golf destinations. The resort’s beloved “Little Apes” short course has been awarded Caribbean’s Best 9-Hole Golf Course at the 2025 World Golf Awards—an honour that recognises excellence in course design, innovation, and overall golfing experience across the region. This latest accolade adds to...