The Caribbean is set to benefit from a major boost in air connectivity as British Airways unveils an expanded flight schedule for the winter 2026 season. The airline is increasing capacity and introducing new services to key destinations including Barbados, Kingston, and Punta Cana, reinforcing the region’s position as a top long-haul travel market. This expansion reflects strong and sustained demand...
Barbados has taken a significant step in reinforcing its position within the global trading system by becoming the 60th member of the Multi-Party Interim Appeal Arbitration Arrangement (MPIA) under the World Trade Organization. The move underscores the island’s continued commitment to a rules-based international trade framework, particularly at a time when global dispute resolution mechanisms are...
International support for Caribbean development received a significant boost as Canada expanded its partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Group, reinforcing regional efforts to strengthen resilience, economic growth, and private-sector investment across the Caribbean. The announcement was highlighted during the 2026 IDB Group Annual Meetings in Asunción, Paraguay, where...
The Caribbean tourism industry continues to evolve as destinations look beyond traditional markets to sustain long-term growth. In Barbados, tourism officials are now targeting emerging global markets, including Africa and the Gulf region, as part of a broader strategy to increase visitor arrivals and diversify the island’s tourism base. The initiative was announced by Ian Gooding-Edghill during...
The Caribbean hospitality sector continues to attract strong investor interest, and the upcoming ALIS Caribbean and Latin America (ALIS CALA) conference is set to play a key role in shaping the region’s hotel investment landscape. The event will take place April 28–30, 2026, at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel in Coral Gables, Florida, bringing together investors, developers, lenders, and hotel executives...
Caribbean tourism and aviation stakeholders have taken a significant step toward improving regional air access with the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and Airports Council International – Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC). The agreement was formalized at the inaugural CTO Air Connectivity Summit, held in Bermuda in...
Barbados has achieved a significant milestone in its international financial journey with its official removal from the European Union’s list of jurisdictions under increased tax monitoring, commonly referred to as the “EU grey list.” The announcement represents a major vote of confidence in the island’s strengthened regulatory framework and ongoing commitment to global financial...
Barbados is poised to host a major global investment forum this year as IDB Invest Sustainability Week 2026 prepares for its debut in the Caribbean. Scheduled to take place from May 26–28, 2026 in Bridgetown, the event marks a significant milestone for the region — bringing together business leaders, investors, project sponsors, and policymakers focused on mobilizing private capital for sustainable...
Barbados is set to become even more accessible to European travellers this Spring, as Aer Lingus launches a new seasonal direct service between Dublin and Barbados, strengthening transatlantic connectivity and reinforcing the island’s growing appeal as a premier Caribbean destination. The new route will operate from March 31 to May 31, 2026, with three weekly flights on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays...
The Caribbean’s luxury tourism sector is entering another growth phase, underscored by a major new investment in The Bahamas. Baha Mar in Nassau has officially broken ground on a $700 million beachfront hotel and branded residential project, one of the most significant hospitality developments currently underway in the region. The expansion will add approximately 350 hotel rooms and suites along with...