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...
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Apes Hill Barbados has once again reaffirmed its position among the Caribbean’s most exceptional golf destinations. The resort’s beloved “Little Apes” short course has been awarded Caribbean’s Best 9-Hole Golf Course at the 2025 World Golf Awards—an honour that recognises excellence in course design, innovation, and overall golfing experience across the region. This latest accolade adds to...
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Perched dramatically above the Atlantic on Barbados’s southeast coast, The Crane Resort is one of the island’s most storied and luxurious destinations. Dating back to 1887, it holds the title of the oldest continuously operating hotel in the Caribbean, yet seamlessly blends its rich heritage with modern comforts and resort living. Here’s a look into what makes The Crane a destination in itself...
Barbados has earned major recognition on the African travel stage, winning the Destination of the Year: African Diaspora award at the 2025 Balearica (Africa) Tourism Awards. The honour marks a significant milestone in the island’s expanding outreach across Africa—one of the world’s fastest-growing travel markets—and is poised to elevate Barbados’ standing among African leisure, business, and...
Digicel Barbados has unveiled a major national upgrade that positions the island at the forefront of digital innovation and climate resilience. In a landmark announcement on Tuesday at Warrens, St Michael, the telecommunications provider revealed the rollout of solar-powered mobile sites alongside the nationwide deployment of its new 5G+ network. Executives, government officials, and international...
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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 celebrated another milestone in its growing cruise tourism sector on Monday as the Ambassador Cruise Line vessel Renaissance made its maiden call to the Bridgetown Port, bringing 938 passengers to the island. A plaque-exchange ceremony was held onboard to commemorate the occasion, where Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) Chief Operations Officer Cheryl Carter officially welcomed Captain...
Barbados is positioning itself at the forefront of global pharmaceutical innovation with the announcement of EarlyHealth City Barbados, a groundbreaking US$200 million life sciences and manufacturing ecosystem planned for Newton, Christ Church. The transformative project, driven by a new partnership between Export Barbados (BIDC) and EarlyHealth Group (EHG) of Dubai, marks one of the largest and most...