Barbados has officially been confirmed as the host destination for the 45th edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace, bringing the Caribbean’s premier tourism business event back to the island in 2027. The announcement was made during the closing ceremony of Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda by Sanovnik Destang, signaling another major milestone for Barbados’ growing influence...
The Caribbean Tourism Organization is strengthening its commitment to women’s leadership and tourism education with the launch of a new scholarship initiative titled “From Her to Her: From Today’s Female Leaders to Tomorrow’s Tourism Stars.” The programme, introduced through the CTO Scholarship Foundation, is designed to provide annual financial support and mentorship opportunities for women...
The Caribbean is evolving far beyond its traditional image of beaches and sunshine. According to the 2026 Caribbean Travel Trends Report produced by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association and Amadeus, the region is entering a transformative new phase where culture, authenticity, sustainability, and digital innovation are redefining the future of travel. The report paints a picture of a tourism...
A major new luxury lifestyle destination is coming to Saint Lucia as HQ Hotels & Residences by sbe officially expands into the Caribbean with the launch of HQ Cas en Bas Resort & Residences, a high-end beachfront development positioned to become one of the island’s most ambitious hospitality projects. Scheduled to debut in November 2026, the USD $130 million resort will be located within the...
Barbados is continuing to strengthen its presence in the Canadian travel market with the launch of a new nonstop route from Montreal, further boosting connectivity ahead of the 2026–2027 winter season. Air Transat will begin operating direct flights between Montreal and Barbados on December 13, offering twice-weekly service on Wednesdays and Sundays aboard its Airbus A321LR aircraft with seating for...
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’ 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...
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...