Virgin Atlantic is charting a new course in the Caribbean by establishing Barbados as its regional hub for expanding into other tropical destinations. The announcement was made by Chief Commercial Officer Juha Jarvinen during the airline's 25th-anniversary celebration of flying to Bridgetown from the UK. Highlighting Barbados' pivotal role in their operations, Jarvinen emphasized the airline's...
Barbados is solidifying its position as a preferred destination for UK and European cruise lines, as it showcased its cruise offerings at the recent Seatrade Europe event held in Hamburg, Germany. Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Ian Gooding-Edghill, led a delegation of tourism and port officials to the trade show, which took place from September 6 to 8 and gathered top UK and European...
Leaders from around the world are convening in Paris this week to discuss potentially granting access to substantial financial resources, amounting to hundreds of billions of dollars, to less affluent nations for the purpose of addressing climate change. The initiative, led by Mia Mottley, Barbados' first female Prime Minister, seeks to address the urgent needs of smaller countries, such as Barbados, that...
Barbados and the Cayman Islands have recently announced an exciting new development in the world of regional travel with their joint unveiling of plans for direct flights between the two picturesque destinations. This momentous occasion took place during a news conference where Tourism Minister Kenneth Bryan of Barbados, along with the Chief Executive Officer of Cayman Airways, and Barbados’ Tourism...
Barbados is set to become the site of a new, state-of-the-art medical campus offering top-quality surgical and diagnostic care to local, regional, and international patients. The developers, Universal Medical Advance Center Inc. (UMAC), have selected a 13-acre plot of land in Kent, Christ Church, situated east of the Wildey Gymnasium, as the proposed location for this innovative facility. The...
American Airlines (AA) has announced its plans to expand flight services from Miami International Airport (MIA) to various destinations in the Caribbean including Barbados for the upcoming winter travel season. The airline aims to enhance connectivity and meet the growing demand for travel in the region. Effective from December 20, 2023, to January 7, 2024, AA will increase its flight frequency to...
Barbados and Ireland are strengthening their ties in the tourism sector, as a delegation from the Barbados Tourism Marketing (BTMI) recently engaged with their airline partner, Aer Lingus. Cheryl Carter of BTMI warmly welcomed the delegation, which included notable figures such as The Hon. Ian Gooding-Edghill, the new Minister of Tourism and International Transport of Barbados, along with Francine...
Yes! Barbados is an Ideal Haven for Investors and Second Home Seekers. Barbados, an exquisite Caribbean island renowned for its unspoiled beaches, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality, has emerged as a sought-after destination for real estate investment. Whether you are dreaming of a vacation home or considering a smart property venture, understanding the affordable property prices in Barbados is...
Barbados is set to welcome a direct airline service linking it to the United States and the Northern Caribbean. Starting on July 18, 2023, and running until August 16, 2023, Bahamas Air will initiate charter flights from Nassau, The Bahamas to Bridgetown, Barbados, via Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This twice-weekly service will provide visitors and the diaspora with a new option to visit Barbados during the...
Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Prime Minister of Barbados Mia Amor Mottley engaged in discussions during Mottley's official visit to China. The meeting took place in Beijing on Sunday, where Li acknowledged Barbados as a valuable friend and partner of China within the Caribbean region. Expressing a desire to bolster strategic mutual trust, Li affirmed China's commitment to deepening cooperation across...