The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) playoffs are providing a timely boost to Barbados’ tourism sector, with increased visitor activity coinciding with the island hosting the tournament’s knockout stages at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown. The 2026 CPL season runs from August 7 to September 20, with Barbados hosting the decisive playoff matches and the final. The tournament expanded to...
For travelers in Boston looking for a Caribbean escape, Barbados is offering a particularly compelling reason to make the trip this September. JetBlue’s nonstop Boston-Barbados service, combined with the island’s hosting of the decisive stages of the 2026 Caribbean Premier League, gives visitors an opportunity to pair a week in the Caribbean with some of the region’s biggest cricket...
Barbados’ racquet sports scene is expanding rapidly, with padel and pickleball emerging as two of the island’s fastest-growing sports. What began with just a few private courts has evolved into a growing network of public clubs, luxury resort facilities, and community sports hubs. The strongest growth has been concentrated along the West Coast, though newer pickleball venues are now expanding...
The Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) is entering a new era in 2026, with organizers unveiling an expanded tournament that will feature a fourth franchise, a dedicated standalone schedule, and a festival-style celebration of women’s cricket in Barbados. Set to run across ten uninterrupted days at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, the revamped competition will showcase eight matches and introduce...
Barbados’ luxury real estate and lifestyle offering is set to gain international attention as Apes Hill Barbados hosts the Staysure Legends Tour from April 24–26, 2026, bringing some of golf’s most celebrated names to the island. Now in its third consecutive year at Apes Hill, the Barbados Legends tournament hosted by Masters and Ryder Cup champion Ian Woosnam, continues to grow in stature,...
April is one of the most exciting months in the Barbados polo calendar, bringing together international teams, competitive matches, and a vibrant social scene across the island’s premier polo grounds. Set against the backdrop of the West Coast, polo in Barbados offers a unique blend of sport, lifestyle, and relaxed Caribbean elegance. Whether you’re a first-time spectator or a returning visitor,...
Barbados is set to make cricket history in 2026 as it prepares to host the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Final for the very first time. The highly anticipated championship match will take place on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at the iconic Kensington Oval in Bridgetown. For a nation deeply rooted in cricketing heritage, this milestone marks a defining moment — positioning Barbados at...
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is set to return to Barbados in grand style, with the iconic Kensington Oval confirmed as the venue for the 2026 CPL final and all playoff matches. This will mark the first time Barbados hosts the tournament’s finale, adding historic significance to the 14th edition of the region’s premier T20 competition. The announcement follows four consecutive...
Barbados is set to deliver another thrilling season of cricket in 2025, with the island once again taking center stage in the Caribbean's sporting calendar. From international tours to the ever-popular Caribbean Premier League (CPL), Kensington Oval and the Three Ws Oval will play host to both seasoned stars and rising talent. Whether you're a die-hard cricket fan or a casual visitor, these events promise...
Rally Barbados 2025 is revving up to be the largest and most international edition yet, with a record-breaking 126 crews confirmed to compete in the 35th running of the island’s premier motorsport event. At a media launch hosted at the Open-Air Suites at Bushy Park, organisers from the Barbados Rally Club (BRC) revealed that the BCIC-sponsored event, running from May 30 to June 1, has smashed...