The Caribbean hospitality sector continued its strong performance throughout the first four months of 2026, with hotels across the region reporting rising occupancy levels, higher room rates, and continued revenue growth despite ongoing expansion in resort inventory and room supply. According to new data released by hotel analytics firm STR, Caribbean hotels maintained strong momentum heading into the...
Regional tourism leaders, hoteliers, airlines, and travel industry executives gathered last week at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa for the 2026 Caribbean Travel Forum, where discussions focused on the long-term sustainability, profitability, and competitiveness of Caribbean tourism. Hosted by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, the high-level forum brought together public and private...
Barbados is strengthening its position as a leading regional investment destination following a landmark partnership between Invest Barbados and the Caribbean Economic Forum ahead of the inaugural Caribbean Economic Forum 2026. The high-level forum, scheduled for June 18–19 at the Hilton Barbados Resort, is expected to bring together approximately 150 global investors, development finance...
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...