BusinessCrimeLocal NewsTourism Tourist assault renews calls to urgently tackle crime situation by Lourianne Graham 19/05/2026 written by Lourianne Graham 3 min read Another violent attack, this time involving a tourist near Carlisle Bay, St Michael, has renewed calls for urgent action to address crime and public safety concerns in Barbados. Sarah Taylor, … Continue Reading 19/05/2026 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsTourism New BTMI board appointed amid tourism growth push by Barbados Today 12/05/2026 by Barbados Today 12/05/2026 Business executive Peter Harris has been appointed chairman of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI), replacing Shelly Williams as government reshuffles the State tourism agencyโs board amid efforts to strengthen … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
AgricultureEconomyEnergyLocal NewsRegionalTourismVenezuela New deal includes farming, energy, Spanish as second language by Ricardo Roberts 28/04/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 28/04/2026 Barbados and Venezuela on Monday announced an ambitious strategic partnership spanning food production, energy investment and language integration, as Bridgetown hosted the first high-level visit by Caracasโ new leadership since … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsRegionalTourismTransportationTravelWeather No dangers in ferry service, says CEO by Emmanuel Joseph 23/04/2026 by Emmanuel Joseph 23/04/2026 Barbadians have been assured that the vessels being used in the inter-island regional ferry service will be similar to the large overnight cruise ships that sail in much rougher waters … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BusinessLocal NewsTourism Pendry Barbados marks milestone as luxury resort nears completion by Ricardo Roberts 22/04/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 22/04/2026 Barbadosโ north-west coast has gained the regionโs first Pendry-branded resort in all but name, after developers topped off the US luxury hotel and residences groupโs maiden international project on Wednesday … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BusinessEconomyLocal NewsTourismTravel Tourism strategy signals shift to โTourism 3.0โ model by Ricardo Roberts 22/04/2026 by Ricardo Roberts 22/04/2026 Prime Minister Mia Mottley has outlined an ambitious reset of the tourism industry, signalling a move beyond traditional models towards a more competitive, community-centred and globally connected tourism, dubbed โTourism … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BusinessLocal NewsTourism BHTA issues warning on rising violence by Lourianne Graham 20/04/2026 by Lourianne Graham 20/04/2026 The tourism industry has issued its starkest warning yet over the islandโs worsening gun violence, following the deadly shooting in an area near Thunder Bay Beach Bar, St James on … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EnvironmentLocal NewsTourismWeather DEM: Be prepared for more than natural disasters by Lourianne Graham 17/04/2026 by Lourianne Graham 17/04/2026 The tourism industry is being urged to strengthen its preparedness and security measures beyond hurricanes and floods, as the island heads into the 2026 hurricane season with growing awareness of … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Arts & CultureLocal NewsSt LuciaTourism Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival launched with Barbados brunch event by Barbados Today 15/04/2026 by Barbados Today 15/04/2026 By Leanne McGregor The Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival was officially launched on Tuesday with a Jazz and Brunch event at the Savannah Beach Club Hotel and Spa, giving … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsTourism BTMI welcomes Barbadosโ top safety ranking by Emmanuel Joseph 02/04/2026 by Emmanuel Joseph 02/04/2026 The Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc (BTMI) has hailed the latest recognition by Travel and Tour World, which lists Barbados as one of the safest destinations in the Americas and Caribbean … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
