Canadian travelers are fueling a robust tourism revival across the Caribbean in 2025, with several destinations recording record-breaking growth in visitor arrivals. Fresh data from the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) reveals that Canadian arrivals are not only rebounding from pandemic-era declines but surpassing pre-2020 levels in many countries, reinforcing Canada’s position as one of the...
The West Indies Rum and Spirits Producers Association (WIRSPA) is spearheading an expansion of the Caribbean Rum Trail, a multi-country initiative aimed at enhancing tourism and showcasing the region's rich rum-making heritage. This trail connects visitors with distilleries, rum shops, and cultural sites across CARICOM nations, offering an immersive experience into the Caribbean's storied relationship...
As global economies face the mounting pressures of climate change, digital disruption, and geopolitical instability, the Caribbean is positioning itself as a region of strategic value and investment readiness. This evolving narrative will be at the heart of the Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF) 2025, set to take place in Montego Bay, Jamaica, from July 29–31, 2025. According to the World Bank,...
IHG Hotels & Resorts is accelerating its strategic expansion throughout Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean (MLAC), reinforcing its footprint with 32 new properties in the pipeline across its six luxury and lifestyle brands. This growth aligns with IHG’s commitment to delivering elevated travel experiences in both vibrant urban centers and tranquil resort destinations. The group, which...
Barbados has fortified its financial defences and reaffirmed its commitment to a stable currency through a strategic mix of repatriated funds and calculated foreign exchange sales, according to the Central Bank of Barbados’ latest annual report. The initiatives, aimed at preserving the fixed exchange rate of two Barbados dollars to one US dollar, have helped to shield the economy from external...
The 43rd Caribbean Travel Marketplace, hosted for the first time by Antigua and Barbuda, brought together the region’s tourism powerhouses and international buyers in a vibrant showcase of what’s next for business and incentive travel across the Caribbean. Organised by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), the event highlighted not just destination development but also upcoming major...
The Caribbean is experiencing a significant resurgence in travel demand for the summer of 2025, fueled by cultural events, growing interest from new international markets, and strategic industry initiatives. The latest Caribbean Travel Trends 2025 report, released jointly by ForwardKeys and the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) during the Caribbean Travel Forum in Antigua and Barbuda on May...
The Caribbean is set to welcome a new icon of ultra-luxury hospitality as Aman, one of the world’s most revered resort brands, prepares to open Amancaya, a dual-island resort in the heart of The Bahamas' Exuma archipelago. Scheduled to debut in late 2025, Amancaya marks Aman's most ambitious project in the region to date, bringing its signature blend of minimalism, exclusivity, and immersive wellness...
The Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM) 2025, hosted in the colorful and culturally rich setting of Antigua, confirmed once again that this annual event is much more than a business gathering — it is a showcase of bold leadership and visionary planning across the Caribbean’s tourism sector. Breaking Travel News continued its live coverage, capturing compelling insights from high-level executives,...
Barbadian-born international entertainer, Andre “DJ Puffy” Parris, has been officially appointed as Barbados’ newest Tourism and Culture Ambassador, marking a bold move by the island to amplify its presence on the global stage. The announcement was made during a formal signing ceremony at the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) headquarters. This strategic partnership, a joint initiative...