July in Barbados is bursting with vibrant culture, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re a nature lover, a partygoer, or someone who enjoys a touch of history and art, the island has something for you. Here’s your guide to the top events happening in Barbados this July: 🥾 Hike Barbados Location: Various meeting points island-wideDates: Sundays, July 6 •...
Barbados’ Platinum Coast is set to welcome a new kind of all-inclusive retreat—one that trades loud parties for sensory elegance, and trend-chasing for timeless calm. Opening in Summer 2026, the Royalton Vessence Barbados, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – Adults Only marks the official debut of Marriott’s new adults-oriented Vessence brand in the Caribbean. Previously known as...
Royal Caribbean is charting a bold course for 2026 with major upgrades planned for two of its popular Caribbean-focused cruise ships—Harmony of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas. As part of the cruise line’s Royal Amplified program, these transformations aim to deliver even more entertainment, dining, and adventure to guests sailing through the Caribbean. The amplified vessels, now open for...
Barbados is set to deliver another thrilling season of cricket in 2025, with the island once again taking center stage in the Caribbean's sporting calendar. From international tours to the ever-popular Caribbean Premier League (CPL), Kensington Oval and the Three Ws Oval will play host to both seasoned stars and rising talent. Whether you're a die-hard cricket fan or a casual visitor, these events promise...
Travel to Barbados is getting even more appealing this fall, as the island extends its “Say Hello to Barbados” campaign with generous travel incentives aimed at visitors planning trips between September 1 and October 30, 2025. Bookings made through June 30 will qualify for a variety of perks, led by a standout offer: stay seven nights and pay for just five at participating hotels and resorts across...
Barbados has once again proven its prowess in the world of rum, as Stades Rum Distillery’s Planteray Cut & Dry secures a coveted spot among the Top 10 Best New Cocktail Products of 2025 at the internationally acclaimed Spirited Awards. These awards form part of the prestigious Tales of the Cocktail conference, held annually in New Orleans, USA. The coconut-infused Cut & Dry is the only...
Father’s Day is a time to honour the men who’ve shaped our lives with strength, wisdom, and care—and what better place to celebrate than on the beautiful island of Barbados? Whether you’re planning a relaxed family lunch, a cultural outing, or an elegant oceanfront experience, the island offers a variety of memorable ways to treat Dad this Sunday, June 15th, 2025. From scenic buffets to historic...
SeaDream Yacht Club has revealed an enticing lineup of 16 new Caribbean voyages set for November and December 2027, with New Year’s celebrations extending into early January 2028. Designed to emphasize the yachting lifestyle over traditional cruising, the itineraries will feature 28 destinations across some of the Caribbean’s most secluded and upscale islands. The upcoming voyages aboard the...
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...
In a bold move that could transform travel to the Caribbean, JetBlue and United Airlines have unveiled a new partnership designed to make island-hopping easier, more rewarding, and more connected for U.S. travelers. Called “Blue Sky,” this strategic alliance links the booking systems and loyalty programs of two airline giants—without merging operations or launching a traditional codeshare....