Barbados celebrated a major milestone in its cruise tourism industry with the inaugural visit of Royal Caribbean’s Odyssey of the Seas to the port of Bridgetown. The state-of-the-art vessel, part of Royal Caribbean’s Quantum Class fleet, docked on Wednesday, bringing over 5,000 guests to the island and further cementing Barbados’ reputation as a premier Caribbean cruise destination. With a crew...
Barbados is revolutionizing business tourism by blending professional events with cultural and leisure experiences, as showcased during this week’s FiX25 fintech conference. Held at the historic Sam Lord’s Castle Wyndham Grand Barbados Resort, FiX25 brought hundreds of global delegates to the island for three days of high-level discussions on financial technology. Complementing these discussions,...
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Barbados has welcomed Tabit Insurance SCC, a cutting-edge offshore business specializing in Bitcoin-backed insurance policies. The company recently commenced operations after receiving a Class 2 insurance licence from the Financial Services Commission (FSC). Co-founded by William Shihara and Stephen Stonberg, both prominent entrepreneurs in digital assets and financial services, Tabit Insurance SCC...
Barbados has cemented its position as a fintech trailblazer this week with the launch of the Fintech Islands Experience 2025 (FiX25). Held at the historic Sam Lord’s Castle, Wyndham Grand Resort, this dynamic three-day conference (January 22–24) has drawn over 500 global leaders, innovators, and investors from across the Caribbean, the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Together, they aim to redefine...
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has unveiled a groundbreaking TechLab in Trinidad and Tobago, aimed at accelerating digital transformation and fostering innovation across the Caribbean. This state-of-the-art technology hub will serve as a catalyst for economic growth and regional collaboration in emerging digital fields. Inaugurated by IDB executive vice president Jordan Schwartz, the event...
The long-awaited redevelopment of Temple Yard, a cherished cultural and craft hub in The City, is finally set to commence this year, marking an exciting step forward for the community and its artisans. Officials from the Barbados Tourism Investment Inc. (BTI) have assured that the revamped space will offer artisans new opportunities in a modernized environment, fostering creativity and economic...
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has unveiled its 2025 theme, “Caribbean Resilience: Crafting Tomorrow’s Tourism.” This theme underscores the region’s commitment to strengthening its tourism sector by leveraging its inherent strengths, addressing emerging challenges, and embracing innovation. Ian Gooding-Edghill, CTO Chairman and Barbados’ Minister of Tourism and International...
A tranquil mangrove preserve, a stretch of pristine white sand, and an exclusive adults-only retreat await at the newly revamped Paraiso de la Bonita resort, now under Marriott’s Luxury Collection brand. Situated between Cancun and Playa del Carmen, this legendary property is set to redefine luxury in the heart of the Riviera Maya. Previously recognized as a AAA Five Diamond award winner, Paraiso de...
Barbados Port Inc. has unveiled plans to transform into the world’s most innovative and environmentally sustainable maritime hub by 2030. CEO David Jean-Marie announced the ambitious vision during a ceremony honoring top students in marine diesel engineering and marine operations from the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology. Central to the port's transformation is a comprehensive fleet...