CAIRO – The African Export- Import Bank (Afreximbank) Wednesday said it has approved a US$30 million financing facility to Joyau Des Caraibes Limited (JDC), the  Caribbean subsidiary of ORA Developers, for the expansion of Silversands Hotel in Grenada.

The planet is grappling with climate change — warming and rising seas, extreme weather, water shortages as a result of man-made actions. Worldwide, developed countries are working to find solutions, spending millions of dollars toward mitigation strategies. But, how are poorer counties dealing with this global emergency, one they have not contributed to in significant ways? How can they halt the impending disaster with limited funding? One small eastern Caribbean island is taking bold steps.

HAVANA, Cuba – Several international carriers have announced plans to resume flights to Cubs, starting later this year. This was revealed by tourism marketing director Gihana Galindo during the 42nd International Tourism Fair .

NEW YORK, NY — The much-awaited Caribbean Week, hosted by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), is scheduled to light up New York City from June 16-21, 2024. This event, a highlight on the calendar for travel industry professionals and enthusiasts alike, will be held at the InterContinental New York Times Square in the bustling heart of midtown Manhattan.

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands – Cayman Airways will be ending its route to Barbados, a route that was introduced largely to increase inter-island travel around the region and help with airlift to Barbados.

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Regional carrier, Sunrise Airways has announced the largest expansion of its route network to date with the addition of new intra-regional flights connecting four destinations within the Eastern Caribbean – Antigua, Dominica, St. Kitts, and St. Lucia.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is gearing up for its first multi-destination media trip, designed to illuminate the interconnectedness and diversity across the Caribbean. Scheduled from May 17 to 27, this initiative will showcase the vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unique experiences spanning St. Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.

PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti –  US based low cost carrier, Spirit Airlines, which had suspended its services to and from Haiti last month, will be resuming flights between the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International airport and Cap-Haïtien as of Friday.

THE VALLEY, Anguilla – The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) is reporting an increase in visitor arrivals during the first quarter of this year as compared with the same period last year.

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados –  The private sector-led ferry service, Connect Caribe, Monday announced that it had reached an agreement with the Caribbean Private Sector Organisation (CPSO)  and the Dubai-headquartered Jampur Group enabling it to begin its ferry service much earlier than had been expected.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) aims to reimagine the region’s tourism landscape at the third annual Caribbean Travel Forum, taking place Monday, May 20 in Montego Bay, Jamaica.

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – Regional carrier, Caribbean Airlines will be  launching a new service to San Juan, Puerto Rico with connections via Barbados  starting July 14.