Barbados is strengthening its appeal as a Caribbean gateway with the introduction of new direct fly-cruise packages from Bournemouth Airport, offering UK travellers a seamless journey to the region paired with a premium cruise experience aboard Britannia. The programme forms part of P&O Cruises’ Caribbean fly-cruise offering for 2026, where passengers fly from the UK directly to Barbados before...
Barbados is entering a new phase of tourism development, with Prime Minister Mia Mottley outlining a forward-looking strategy designed to reposition the island in an increasingly competitive global market. Branded as “Tourism 3.0,” the approach reflects a shift away from traditional models toward a more diversified, resilient, and inclusive tourism ecosystem - one that blends global investment with...
Barbados’ luxury real estate and lifestyle offering is set to gain international attention as Apes Hill Barbados hosts the Staysure Legends Tour from April 24–26, 2026, bringing some of golf’s most celebrated names to the island. Now in its third consecutive year at Apes Hill, the Barbados Legends tournament hosted by Masters and Ryder Cup champion Ian Woosnam, continues to grow in stature,...
Barbados’ real estate market is attracting a growing wave of interest from Trinidad and Tobago, as investors increasingly look beyond their domestic market for stronger returns, US-dollar income, and higher-quality property opportunities. This shift was underscored at a recent investor showcase in Port-of-Spain, where leading developers introduced new Barbados-based projects to a receptive audience...
The Central Bank of Barbados is taking a significant step to improve access to financing for small businesses through its Enhanced Credit Guarantee Fund (ECGF)—a programme designed to reduce lending risk and unlock capital for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The initiative was highlighted by Darrin Downes at the State of the Sector Conference hosted by the Small Business...
Barbados’ captive insurance sector continues to expand, adapting to global industry shifts while reinforcing its position as one of the world’s leading captive domiciles. With over 270 active captive insurance companies and a ranking among the top global jurisdictions, the island remains a key hub for international risk management solutions. At the 2026 Barbados Risk & Insurance Management...
Barbados has taken a decisive step to strengthen its global tourism position by expanding visa-free access to approximately 81 countries, including major markets such as the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Germany, France, and Italy. Far from being a routine policy update, this move reflects a calculated strategy aimed at attracting high-spending, long-haul travelers by removing one of the...
Barbados is set to strengthen its connectivity with Canada through the launch of a new non-stop air service from Halifax, marking a significant milestone in the island’s ongoing airlift strategy. Operated by Air Canada, the new route will begin on December 17, 2026, with weekly Thursday flights using a 177-seat Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft—providing a direct link between Barbados and Atlantic Canada...
Barbados has reached a historic milestone in the world of golf, as Emily Odwin became the first Barbadian ever to compete at the prestigious Augusta National Women’s Amateur. The tournament, held annually at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club, is widely regarded as one of the most important events in women’s amateur golf, featuring many of the top-ranked players from around the...
Regional carrier interCaribbean Airways has announced a new interline agreement with Air Canada, strengthening connectivity between the Caribbean and Canada through key hubs including Barbados and Antigua and Barbuda. The partnership is designed to expand travel options for passengers, providing smoother and more efficient connections between the Caribbean region and Air Canada’s extensive global...