Sandals Resorts International (SRI) is reinforcing its position as a powerhouse in Caribbean tourism with the strategic expansion of its family-friendly Beaches Resorts brand. With new developments underway in both St. Vincent & the Grenadines and Barbados, the move reflects a growing demand for all-inclusive, multi-generational travel options and a broader vision for elevating tourism across the...
In a strategic push to help Caribbean hoteliers take back control of their revenue, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is set to launch its first-ever Direct Booking Summit – Caribbean Edition, taking place May 22 in Antigua. This one-day business-focused event is designed to equip hospitality professionals with the latest tools in digital marketing and distribution, empowering them...
Rally Barbados 2025 is revving up to be the largest and most international edition yet, with a record-breaking 126 crews confirmed to compete in the 35th running of the island’s premier motorsport event. At a media launch hosted at the Open-Air Suites at Bushy Park, organisers from the Barbados Rally Club (BRC) revealed that the BCIC-sponsored event, running from May 30 to June 1, has smashed...
Nestled along the pristine shores of Curaçao, the newly inaugurated Parasasa Hotel Curaçao is redefining the essence of hospitality. Beyond offering 43 elegantly designed rooms, this establishment serves as the island's first-ever "learning hotel," seamlessly blending guest services with hands-on education for aspiring hospitality professionals. View Hotels for Sale in Barbados Beachfront Hotel...
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, has unveiled its first-ever property in the Dominican Republic with the opening of The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort. Located within the exclusive enclave of Cap Cana, the resort redefines upscale Caribbean hospitality through a fusion of refined design, immersive cultural touches, and signature St. Regis elegance. A New Chapter for St. Regis...
Barbados has recorded a notable 31 per cent increase in visitor arrivals from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region in 2024, as luxury-seeking travellers from the Middle East continue to discover the island’s long-haul appeal. According to the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), the year-on-year growth in arrivals reflects a surge in interest from countries across the GCC—comprising...
Marriott International is introducing a bold new chapter in its hospitality portfolio with the upcoming launch of the first-ever W all-inclusive resort, set to open June 15 in Uvero Alto, Punta Cana. Designed as an adults-only escape with a fresh, vibrant edge, the new W Punta Cana promises a reimagined take on the all-inclusive experience. Guests can begin their day with sunrise yoga on the beach,...
The Caribbean’s most important travel industry event returns from May 18–22, 2025, as the Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM) once again brings together the leading voices shaping the future of regional tourism. Hosted this year in Antigua and Barbuda, the event serves as a powerful platform for networking, business development, and innovation — with a spotlight on the entire Caribbean as a united...
Waldorf Astoria, Hilton’s flagship luxury brand, has unveiled plans for a new high-end residential resort in the Caribbean, marking a significant expansion into one of the region’s most sought-after destinations—Turks and Caicos. Scheduled to debut in 2028, the Waldorf Astoria Turks and Caicos on Dellis Cay will become only the second Waldorf-branded resort in the entire Caribbean and the first in...
Palladium Hotel Group has announced a major expansion of its operations in Jamaica, marking a bold step forward in the evolution of luxury travel in the Caribbean. The Spanish hospitality brand has officially broken ground on a $20 million development project that will significantly expand its Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts complex in Montego Bay. The investment will add 948 new rooms, nearly...