In a recent statement that offered insights into the views of the Caribbean’s hotel agency, Pablo Torres, president of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), predicts that there will be a rapid return of Caribbean tourism. This return, which is expected by be faster than other regions of the world, […]
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Curacao Named One of the Best Atlantic Dive Destinations for 2021
The results are in and Curacao is one of the best Atlantic Dive Destinations for 2021. In its annual knowledge and opinion seeking exercise, Scuba Diving Magazine polled its readers to find out their views on travel categories, destinations and operators in the diving world. With the assistance of an […]
The Plan for Tourism Resuscitation in the Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism has created a plan for tourism resuscitation in the Cayman Islands. This in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Road Back to 500K (RB5) is a blueprint that can be used in response to natural disasters, global economic recessions and global crises. As the […]
Discover Jamaica by Bike Planned for 2021
A new event has been developed for the cycling tourism niche in Jamaica. The Jamaica Cycling Association conceptualised a consumer cycling programme called Discover Jamaica By Bike. This innovative event is a welcomed addition to Jamaica’s tourism activity portfolio. The local event which started as a test ride to encourage […]
Financial Boost for Tourism Accommodation Owners in Tobago
The Tobago House of Assembly developed a Tourism Accommodation Relief Grant (TARG) to help tourism accommodation owners in Tobago. The 50-million-dollar grant was a timely response to COVID-19 to ensure the longevity of the island’s accommodation. As a result, this grant will be a boost towards Tobago’s tourism sector. And, […]
The Abaco Beach Resort is Back
The Abaco Beach Resort, one of Bahamas’ stellar resorts, is back in operation. Located in the historic Marsh Harbour in Abaco, the resort is now open after an extensive renovation and expansion. The reopening of the resort is excellent news for the Abaco Islands which were hard hit by Hurricane […]
InterCaribbean Airways Creates Southern Hub in Barbados
InterCaribbean Airways has created a hub at the Grantley Adams International Airport in Barbados. The Government of Barbados officially welcomed the airline to the island in August 2020 after the arrival of a flight from Grenada. Trevor Sadler, Chief Executive Officer of InterCaribbean Airways, said that “the airline business is about […]
Montserrat Launches New Destination Website
Visitors to Montserrat can find all of the information they need about the island on its new destination website. The Montserrat Tourism Division launched a new destination website in an effort to boost the island’s digital presence. Director of Tourism, Warren Solomon, lauded the new site as a “major step”. […]