KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent – The leader of the main opposition New Democratic Party (NDP), Dr. Godwin Friday is calling on the St. Vincent and the Grenadines government to explain “what exactly is going on” at the state-owned Holiday Inn, which head of the state agency Invest SVG, Glen Beache, says is up for sale, six months after it opened.

MIAMI, FL — As the cruise tourism industry navigates global economic recalibration and rising geopolitical uncertainty, the Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence is doubling down on its mission: training Caribbean destinations to deliver exceptional guest experiences, no matter the climate.

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – Nationals of Trinidad and Tobago will now need to obtain a visa before traveling to Ireland.

FREEPORT, Bahamas — Concord Wilshire Capital (CWC) announced that it has acquired the Grand Lucayan Resort from the Bahamian government, including the 56-acre beachfront resort and 160-acre Reef Golf Course, for $120 million. The transaction, which closed during a signing ceremony on the property today, paves the way for the rebirth of one of Grand Bahama’s most iconic properties.

NASSAU, Bahamas – The Bahamas government says it welcomes the announcement by the Switzerland-based preeminent lifestyle and hospitality brand, Aman, that it will establish a major resort and residence development project in Exuma.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Tourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett, says Jamaica’s tourism sector could see visitor arrivals double or even triple, provided the ongoing downward trend in crime continues.

ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada – Grenada’s award-winning Spice Island Beach Resort has earned yet another prestigious honor, receiving a British Airways Holidays Customer Excellence Award for 2024.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – The Martinique Tourism Authority delivered a compelling case for the French Caribbean island’s expanding cruise market during a well-attended morning session at Cruise360, held at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center last month.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Teri Helenese, the U.S. Virgin Islands’ Director of State-Federal Relations and Washington Representative, is calling on Caribbean nations to unite with urgency and purpose to grow the region’s global tourism market share, which has long remained under three percent despite a strong post-pandemic recovery.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Water Minister Matthew Samuda has sought to assure the public that there is no current threat concerning the quality of water at the Dunn’s River attraction in the resort town of Ocho Rios in the northern parish of St. Ann.

MIAMI, FL – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) says it remains cautiously optimistic outlook for tourism investment in the region, despite global headwinds and rising costs.

WILLEMSTAD, Curaçao  — The Curaçao Tourist Board (CTB), in collaboration with Curaçao Airport Partners (CAP), proudly announces the launch of new non-stop, weekly service by American Airlines between Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Curaçao International Airport (CUR). Tickets for the new route will be available for purchase starting May 5, 2025, and service will begin on December 6, 2025. Flights will operate every Saturday through April 4, 2026, providing Midwest travelers direct access to Curaçao's vibrant culture, pristine beaches, and year-round warm weather.