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...
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...
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...
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...
St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is making a concerted effort to attract more visitors from the United Kingdom through a year-long tourism campaign launched in London. Dubbed "Discover More," the initiative aims to raise awareness and boost visitor numbers from this key market. The campaign, in collaboration with Virgin Atlantic, features a fleet of 10 branded black cabs adorned with captivating...