Prime Minister Mia Mottley is calling for deeper transport connections between Barbados, Latin America, and the wider Caribbean to strengthen trade, tourism, and regional influence. Speaking at the unveiling of interCaribbean Airways’ new aircraft, Spirit of Barbados (VQ-TBB), at Grantley Adams International Airport on Tuesday, Mottley described the moment as one of national pride but also a chance...
The world of ultra-luxury, small-ship cruising is welcoming a new icon. Following in the wake of Ritz-Carlton and Four Seasons, Orient Express is preparing to make its mark on the seas with the debut of its first ultra-luxury yacht. Starting next year, the legendary brand will launch the Orient Express Corinthian, which it calls the “world’s largest luxury sailing yacht.” The vessel’s inaugural...
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has awarded an estimated USD 420,000 in grants to twenty women-owned and led Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (WMSMEs) across seven of its Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs). The funding, delivered through the Bank’s SheTrades Caribbean Regional Hub Grow and Go Grant Facility, is aimed at helping these entrepreneurs expand operations, access new markets,...
Virgin Atlantic is making a bold leap in in-flight connectivity, becoming the first UK airline to roll out Starlink-powered Wi-Fi on board. The upgrade, scheduled to begin in Q3 2026, will extend across the airline’s fleet of Boeing 787s, Airbus A350s, and A330-900neos, with full implementation targeted by the end of 2027. View Barbados Luxury Properties for Sale ‘Calico’ – Prestigious West...
Royal Caribbean Group is experiencing robust momentum across its cruise brands, with guest demand and onboard spending showing notable growth heading into 2025, according to the company’s latest quarterly update. In the second quarter alone, Royal Caribbean delivered vacations to 2.3 million guests—marking a 10 percent increase over the same period last year. The company also reported load factors...
The newest vessel from Margaritaville at Sea, Beachcomber, is gearing up to deliver an upgraded version of the brand’s signature laid-back cruise style — blending nostalgic coastal charm with immersive, modern amenities. At over 100,000 gross tons, Beachcomber is the cruise line’s largest and most ambitious ship to date, building on the spirit of its predecessors Islander and Paradise. Guests can...
Regional connectivity in the Caribbean is taking flight in a bold new direction. LIAT 20, the well-known regional airline, has officially rebranded as Liat Air, signaling a new era for inter-island travel. Headquartered in Antigua, Liat Air is the modern successor to the original LIAT and continues to serve as a critical lifeline for travel across the region. With growing demand for air access between...
Imagine a rooftop bar suspended over the ocean, the world’s largest pool at sea, and a glass-domed AquaTheater where aerialists, acrobats, and DJs come together beneath the stars. Welcome aboard Star of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon Class cruise ship—and a revolutionary leap forward in vacation experiences. After nearly two years of construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland,...
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has launched an ambitious new blueprint to redefine the future of tourism across the region. Titled the “Reimagine Plan 2025–2027,” this strategic roadmap moves beyond recovery and calls for a complete transformation of Caribbean tourism into a driver of innovation, inclusion, and resilience. Unveiled in New York, the Barbados-based CTO's plan outlines a...
Barbados is stepping boldly into the digital era: as of July 1, 2025, its Immigration Department has officially launched an online entry visa application portal, enhancing convenience and efficiency for travellers worldwide. This new portal joins the EZPay+ online payment system, which has handled all immigration payment types since March 14, 2025. At the press conference held at Immigration HQ on...