Caribbean News
Celebrating Excellence: World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Ceremony is almost here
In the heart of the Caribbean, anticipation is building for the prestigious World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Ceremony, scheduled for July 1st at the luxurious Sandals St Vincent and the Grenadines resort. This eagerly awaited event promises to be a dazzling celebration of excellence in the tourism and hospitality industries, set against the backdrop of one of the region’s newest and most stunning destinations.
Human Capital Development Critical to Prepare Tourism Workers for New Age in Tourism with AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI), the latest global phenomenon, was a major focus at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Caribbean Week in New York, where a Ministerial forum looked at leveraging AI for tourism development. During the discussions, Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett highlighted that this technology will be the new frontier for Caribbean tourism and must be harnessed properly to enable more seamlessness within the industry.
Four Seasons + Jacquemus: Renowned Global Luxury Brands Join Forces for the First Time
French fashion house Jacquemus has partnered with luxury hospitality leader Four Seasons to create a summer experience at The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas. This close encounter between one of Europe’s leading fashion brands and the legendary Ocean Club will immerse guests in the Jacquemus world of “pop luxury” befitting of a destination that has been a playground for the international jet set since the 1960s.
SANDALS RESORTS INTERNATIONAL CONTINUES TO FOSTER A COMMUNITY OF OCEAN AMBASSADORS
A launching pad for underwater exploration, conservation and now research, Sandals Resorts International (SRI) honors the ecosystems that surround and sustain the nine islands it calls home, welcoming World Oceans Day with ocean preservation updates in the Caribbean.
SANDALS RESORTS INTERNATIONAL COMMEMORATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SANDALS FOUNDATION
Sandals Resorts International (SRI) announced today its plans to commemorate the anniversary of its non-profit arm, the Sandals Foundation, with a new, year-long campaign titled, Empower 15. As part of this initiative, The Power of 15 project will harness the strength of the Caribbean sun to bring sustainable solar energy to Caribbean schools, ensuring a much needed power supply that allows for learning in the critical digital space to continue uninterrupted.
IHG Hotels & Resorts heats up in Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean with exciting openings
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today celebrates its exceptional luxury and lifestyle growth in Mexico, Latin America and the Caribbean (MLAC). Already one of the largest luxury and lifestyle portfolios in the world, this expansion underscores IHG’s strategic focus, significant investment, and ambitious growth plans in the region for this important segment
Jamaica to hit 2 million visitors, US$2b in earnings by end of May
Jamaica is experiencing robust growth in tourist arrivals, with Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett predicting the island will reach a historic milestone of two million stopover and cruise visitors at end of May.
Hyatt Centric to Debut in Puerto Rico with Hyatt Centric San Juan Isla Verde
Hyatt Hotels Corporation in collaboration with Interlink and Vivo Beach Club have announced plans for the first Hyatt Centric branded hotel in Puerto Rico. Hyatt Centric San Juan Isla Verde will be located in the buzzy Isla Verde neighborhood, one block away from Isla Verde Beach and walking distance to restaurants, shopping, historical landmarks and nightlife.
Banyan Tree is making its first foray into the Caribbean market.
The luxury resort operator just announced the forthcoming Banyan Tree Bimini Resort & Residences in the Bahamas. Spearheaded by Rockwell Island Development Group, the highly anticipated property will be located 48 nautical miles outside of Miami and can be reached via seaplane, private jet, helicopter, or boat.
GRENADA’S PRIME MINISTER, SANDALS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN ISSUE STRONG CALL FOR UNIFIED APPROACH
Prime Minister of Grenada Hon. Dickon Mitchell says stakeholders from a wide cross section of the economy must be included in conversations if the Caribbean is to secure the sustainability of its tourism sector.
CHTA Unveils Revolutionary AI Guidebook to Elevate Caribbean Tourism
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) announces the launch of its groundbreaking guidebook, “Artificial Intelligence Transformation Guide for Caribbean Tourism”.
Sunrise Airways to launch new Eastern Caribbean service
Sunrise Airways is poised to enhance travel connectivity within the Eastern Caribbean with the introduction of a new service linking Dominica, Antigua, St Kitts, and St Lucia.