Caribbean Airlines is strengthening inter-island travel across the Caribbean with its direct flight service between Barbados and Tobago, offering travelers faster, more seamless connections between two of the region’s most sought-after destinations. The twice-weekly service operates on Wednesdays and Sundays, providing convenient nonstop travel between Bridgetown and Tobago in approximately 55...
The Caribbean’s most important tourism business gathering is set to return from May 12–15, 2026, as Antigua and Barbuda once again takes center stage as host of the 44th annual Caribbean Travel Marketplace. Organized by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association, the event is widely regarded as the region’s premier business-to-business tourism forum—bringing together global buyers, travel...
Barbados’s second-largest credit union is moving ahead with plans for a new multi-million-dollar housing development in St James, as demand for affordable homeownership continues to rise. The project, led by City of Bridgetown Financial Services and Insurance Agency, a subsidiary of City of Bridgetown Cooperative Credit Union Limited, is named Deanstown Heights. Located in St Silas, St James, the...
Barbados’ economy continues to show steady resilience, recording 1.7% growth in the first quarter of 2026 and marking 20 consecutive quarters of expansion, according to the Central Bank. The sustained growth reflects broad-based performance across key sectors, with tourism, construction, and services continuing to drive economic activity despite ongoing global uncertainties. Tourism and Services...
The Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export) and RevUP Caribbean Limited (RevUP) have formalised a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), aimed at advancing entrepreneurship, innovation, and private sector development across the Caribbean. The MOU was signed during the Caribbean Women Generating Resilient and Inclusive Trade (GRIT) Project...
Investor confidence in the Caribbean hospitality sector is showing renewed strength heading into 2026, with Barbados and several regional destinations emerging as key focal points for hotel development and capital deployment. Following a strong post-pandemic recovery, the Caribbean tourism industry is once again attracting attention from global investors, supported by rising visitor demand, improved...
Barbados’ luxury hospitality landscape is evolving with the launch of a new immersive concept, as Royalton Hotels & Resorts partners with Mount Gay Rum to introduce a deeply local, experience-driven approach to all-inclusive travel. The collaboration is centered around the upcoming Royalton Vessence Barbados, set to open on June 1, 2026, marking a significant addition to the island’s premium...
May in Barbados brings a dynamic mix of live entertainment, cultural experiences, sport, and the early build-up to Crop Over. It’s a month where the island feels alive from start to finish—offering everything from tribute concerts and heritage tours to polo, motorsport, and carnival energy. Whether you’re visiting or living on the island, here’s what’s happening across Barbados this...
Barbados is increasingly positioning itself as a compelling jurisdiction for the growth of Managing General Agents (MGAs), as global demand for specialised and flexible insurance models continues to rise. Speaking at the Barbados Risk & Insurance Management (BRIM) Conference, Robert Ali, Chief Operating Officer of Active Re, highlighted the island’s strong potential to support the next phase of...
Barbados’ cruise tourism sector is on track for a strong expansion, with passenger arrivals projected to rise by over 20% in 2026, reinforcing the island’s position as one of the Caribbean’s leading cruise hubs. Current projections indicate that Barbados could welcome approximately 850,000 cruise passengers during the 2025/2026 season, up significantly from around 695,000 in the previous cycle....