Barbados has officially been confirmed as the host destination for the 45th edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace, bringing the Caribbean’s premier tourism business event back to the island in 2027. The announcement was made during the closing ceremony of Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda by Sanovnik Destang, signaling another major milestone for Barbados’ growing influence...
A major new luxury lifestyle destination is coming to Saint Lucia as HQ Hotels & Residences by sbe officially expands into the Caribbean with the launch of HQ Cas en Bas Resort & Residences, a high-end beachfront development positioned to become one of the island’s most ambitious hospitality projects. Scheduled to debut in November 2026, the USD $130 million resort will be located within the...
Minor Hotels is officially bringing its luxury Anantara brand to the Caribbean for the first time with the launch of Anantara Turks and Caicos Resort & Residences, a major new ultra-luxury development planned for North Caicos. Scheduled to open in 2029, the beachfront project marks a significant milestone in Anantara’s continued global expansion strategy as the brand strengthens its presence...
The Caribbean is gaining a stronger presence in international equestrian sport following the historic appointment of Heidi Lalor to the prestigious FEI Solidarity Committee. The announcement was confirmed during the FEI General Assembly in Hong Kong, where Lalor secured a seat representing FEI Group IV, a region that includes Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean. Her appointment places her...
The Caribbean’s most important tourism business gathering is set to return from May 12–15, 2026, as Antigua and Barbuda once again takes center stage as host of the 44th annual Caribbean Travel Marketplace. Organized by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, the event is widely regarded as the region’s premier business-to-business tourism forum—bringing together global buyers, travel...
The Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export) and RevUP Caribbean Limited (RevUP) have formalised a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), aimed at advancing entrepreneurship, innovation, and private sector development across the Caribbean. The MOU was signed during the Caribbean Women Generating Resilient and Inclusive Trade (GRIT) Project...
Investor confidence in the Caribbean hospitality sector is showing renewed strength heading into 2026, with Barbados and several regional destinations emerging as key focal points for hotel development and capital deployment. Following a strong post-pandemic recovery, the Caribbean tourism industry is once again attracting attention from global investors, supported by rising visitor demand, improved...
Barbados’ luxury hospitality landscape is evolving with the launch of a new immersive concept, as Royalton Hotels & Resorts partners with Mount Gay Rum to introduce a deeply local, experience-driven approach to all-inclusive travel. The collaboration is centered around the upcoming Royalton Vessence Barbados, set to open on June 1, 2026, marking a significant addition to the island’s premium...
Barbados is increasingly positioning itself as a compelling jurisdiction for the growth of Managing General Agents (MGAs), as global demand for specialised and flexible insurance models continues to rise. Speaking at the Barbados Risk & Insurance Management (BRIM) Conference, Robert Ali, Chief Operating Officer of Active Re, highlighted the island’s strong potential to support the next phase of...
Barbados is entering a new phase of tourism development, with Prime Minister Mia Mottley outlining a forward-looking strategy designed to reposition the island in an increasingly competitive global market. Branded as “Tourism 3.0,” the approach reflects a shift away from traditional models toward a more diversified, resilient, and inclusive tourism ecosystem - one that blends global investment with...