Barbados’ tourism sector is on the brink of unprecedented expansion, with officials projecting the addition of more than 1,600 new hotel rooms by 2029—a clear signal of investor confidence as the island strengthens its position on the global travel stage. Minister of Tourism and International Transport Ian Gooding-Edghill delivered the update during the State of the Tourism Industry presentation at...
Puerto Rico’s rapid rise as one of the Caribbean’s most desirable destinations continues this month with the opening of the island’s first Four Seasons resort—a milestone moment for both the hospitality brand and the region’s booming tourism sector. The island has been experiencing an impressive surge in visitors, driven by its easy airlift from major U.S. cities, nearly 300 beaches, lush...
Barbados is gearing up to welcome the 2025 Air Canada Race from Thursday, November 20 to Tuesday, November 25, 2025, marking the first time this flagship incentive programme will take place in the Caribbean. What the Air Canada Race Is The Air Canada Race is an exclusive “learn-and-earn” initiative by Air Canada that rewards travel agents from Canada (and in some cases the U.S.) who complete a...
The Beach Club, Barbuda - a visionary resort and residential community co-founded by Robert De Niro, Daniel Shamoon, and James Packer, has officially launched sales for its exclusive beachfront homes, setting a new benchmark for Caribbean luxury living. Set on 400 acres of untouched shoreline along Barbuda’s southwest coast, The Beach Club marks a new chapter in Caribbean luxury living, combining...
Windjammer Landing Resort & Residences has officially completed a $40 million transformation, unveiling a bold new chapter that elevates the property to one of the Caribbean’s premier luxury destinations. The three-year renovation has touched every aspect of the resort—from its architectural design and culinary experiences to service excellence—positioning Windjammer Landing among the Leading...
Barbados has welcomed its newest boutique gem - South Point Hotel, following a $15 million investment that Tourism Minister Ian Gooding-Edghill hailed as “a substantial and meaningful addition to Barbados’ accommodation landscape.” Speaking at the official opening ceremony on Friday evening, the minister noted that the project signals strong investor confidence in the island’s hospitality...
Barbados welcomed top Canadian travel agents this week as part of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) Spirit of Barbados Mega Fam, a week-long familiarisation tour designed to showcase the island’s attractions, accommodations, cuisine, and expanding infrastructure ahead of the peak winter season. The initiative aims to give agents a first-hand look at what makes Barbados a top Caribbean...
The governments of Barbados and Dominica have formalized a landmark tourism collaboration aimed at promoting their destinations and offering enhanced multi-island travel experiences. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on October 1 at the Hilton Barbados Resort during the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC). Under the agreement, the Discover...
Westgate Resorts has announced a major strategic investment in the Banyan Tree Bimini Resort & Residences, a luxury development on Rockwell Island in Bimini, Bahamas, marking the company’s first Caribbean venture. The multimillion-dollar partnership involves Gissy Family Investments and other strategic investors joining forces with RAV Bahamas, the company behind the $850 million Bimini Bay project...
IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its voco Hotels brand into Cancun with a new 160-room property, marking a major step in the brand’s growing footprint across Mexico and the Caribbean. voco Cancun will offer lagoon-view rooms, versatile meeting spaces, and dedicated wellness areas, making it an ideal choice for business travelers seeking both comfort and connectivity in Cancun’s vibrant hotel...