Hyatt Hotels has opened its first Inclusive Collection resort in Aruba with the launch of Secrets Baby Beach Aruba. Located on the island’s southeastern coast, the adults-only resort is set near Baby Beach Bay, a location known for its calm waters, soft sands, and scenic sunsets. The newly opened property includes 304 suites designed with balconies or terraces and views of the Caribbean Sea or...
Last week, Caribbean Week in New York (June 1–6, 2025) closed on a triumphant note, drawing fresh praise from Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Chairman Ian Gooding-Edghill—who also serves as Barbados' Minister of Tourism and International Transport. With over 200 attendees, including ministers, industry executives, cultural ambassadors, media, and youth innovators, the event showcased vibrant...
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has expanded its luxury footprint in the Caribbean with the opening of Secrets St. Lucia Resort & Spa, a high-end, adults-only destination situated on the scenic northwestern coast of St. Lucia. The 355-room property marks the latest addition to Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection and promises to deliver a seamless blend of romance, sophistication, and Caribbean...
Radisson has announced the opening of its newest hotel on Panama’s Pacific coast, marking a significant addition to the coastal town of Chame—just over an hour from Panama City. The new property, Radisson Riviera Panama, is set against the scenic backdrop of Panama Bay and lies near popular beaches such as Playa Caracol and Playa Teta. Chame, a relaxed seaside town, has been gaining attention as an...
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...