BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization(  CTO) says tourist arrivals to the Caribbean region grew by nearly two per cent  during the first half of 2025, despite softening demand from North America.

TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands – The British Virgin Islands has officially secured three new trademarks under the Territory of the Virgin Islands Trade Marks Act, 2013, further cementing its reputation as a premier sailing destination.

Miami, FL — Ras Mista Fyah returns with fire and purpose in his latest release, the powerful new video “Meh Nevah.” Produced by Captain Fyah Records and distributed worldwide by Zojak, the track stands as a declaration of resilience, strength, and unwavering defiance against oppression.

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) proudly embraces this year’s World Tourism Day theme, “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation.” It reflects the essence of our Reimagine Plan 2025–2027, which positions the Caribbean to lead globally in sustainable tourism by confronting climate change, adapting to shifting travel trends, and navigating an evolving global landscape.

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Cruise ships coming to Barbados for the 2025/2026 winter cruise season are reporting strong occupancy bookings, according to Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Ian Gooding-Edghill.

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts - The St. Kitts and Nevis government has announced that the twin island Federation had reached an agreement with Nigeria allowing for citizens to visit the African country visa free.

MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica - Jamaica has secured its position as the Caribbean’s most connected destination, achieving record-breaking global linkages while advancing an ambitious agenda for inclusive and sustainable tourism growth.

NASSAU, Bahamas – The Bahamas tourism officials have welcomed the launch of the first-ever nonstop service from the United States to the South Bimini Airport (BIM) saying it will provide travelers with “seamless and nonstop access” to the island known as The Gateway to The Bahamas.

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – Antigua and Barbuda and St. Lucia will be the venues for the second annual Cruise Connect conference that gets underway here on September 16.

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – The state-owned Caribbean Airlines (CAL) says it will discontinue its services between Kingston and Montego Bay in Jamaica, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida from November 2 this year.

PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti – The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States has extended its pan on flights to the Haitian capital until March 7, 2026, citing risks from armed groups to civil aviation.

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Dr. Auliana Poon,  that internationally renowned tourism strategist and economist, will deliver the keynote address at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) 2025, scheduled for September 30 to October 3 at the Hilton Barbados Resort.