ST JOHN’S, Antigua – The Cabinet has approved a suite of policy measures designed to expand local participation in the tourism economy, including a new certificate programme for tourism businesses and the allocation of land at three locations for Antiguans to develop tourist accommodations.

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – The Antigua-based airline, Liat Air, says it has entered into discussions with the state-owned Surinam Airways (SLM) with the aim of establishing an interline partnership, which both airline say would mark “an important step in enhancing connectivity between the Caribbean and South America.

PORT CANAVERAL, FL — Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence reinforced the critical role of purposeful training in destination success during a featured presentation at the Florida Caribbean-Cruise Association (FCCA) 2026 PAMAC Cruise Summit this month, delivered by Vice President Melanie Colpitts to cruise industry executives, destination stakeholders and regional decision-makers.

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Tuesday said it has selected Guyana to host its flagship State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC) in October 2026, marking the first time the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will stage the conference since its inception.

DUBAI – The Antigua and Barbuda government has announced plans to undertaking a multi-faceted overhaul of its tourism industry which it says is designed to create greater visitor experiences while providing more benefits to the local economy.

TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands – Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley had sought to allay concerns that new United Kingdom travel rules for United States citizens could affect the British Virgin Islands, stating that the territory is not subject to the UK’s electronic travel authorisation (ETA) system.

FORT-DE-FRANCE, Martinique — Martinique’s renowned Carnival will take place February 15-18, 2026, drawing visitors to the French Caribbean island for four days of music, parades, costumes and centuries-old cultural traditions.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett is welcoming the expansion of Canada-based MGM Muthu Hotels Group in Jamaica, following its acquisition of the Royal Decameron Montego Beach Hotel in western Jamaica.

ST JOHN’S, Antigua - The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has officially sanctioned a comprehensive technological upgrade to the nation’s Immigration infrastructure, featuring the implementation of automated electronic gates (e-gates) at all air and sea ports.

MIAMI, FL — The evolution of Royal Caribbean’s Artist Discovery Program continues on board the newest Icon Class vacation, Legend of the Seas, this summer. Designed to provide local, emerging artists with the opportunity to showcase their work to global audiences, the program has expanded to give artists across the Caribbean and Central America the opportunity to display their work for millions of vacationers who will set sail for years to come. Artists can send their submissions starting today through March 1 here.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica has used its participation at the International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR 2026) in Spain to inform the international community that the country is simply not rebounding from the ravage of Hurricane Melissa last October, but is rebuilding with purpose.

ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA - The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) recently welcomed its U.S. Travel Advisory Board to Antigua for a strategic on-island retreat, bringing together leading travel advisors from key source markets for immersive destination experiences, high-level discussions, and relationship building with local partners.