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Barbados invites the diaspora and holidaymakers to come to the island for We Gatherin’ 2025. This will be 12 months of celebrating the island’s rich culture, heritage, and community. The Barbados Heritage District is set to open in 2025, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore the island’s important and rich cultural and historical legacy…
Bridgetown, Barbados, 17th January 2025 – In a move to bolster visitor arrivals during this year’s summer season, the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) has announced the launch of “Say Hello to Barbados”, which highlights the island’s unique values as a destination, and invites travellers to explore the range of experiences available in Barbados. “In seeking to…
Exclusive Discount to Bring the Barbadian Diaspora Home to Celebrate Culture and Connection Aer Lingus has announced a special offer aimed at the Barbadian diaspora, inviting them to return home and celebrate the vibrant We Gatherin’ Festival. From 13th December to 23rd December 2024, travellers can enjoy a 25% discount on Business and Economy fares…
Remote work has remained popular worldwide since the Covid-19 pandemic forced people to adjust their working arrangements. However, Irish professionals may not be fully realizing the scale of opportunities available for remote work. One such opportunity comes in the form of Barbados Welcome Stamp programme. Launched in 2020, this initiative offers a 12-month visa for…
Bridgetown, Barbados – The Honorable Ian Gooding-Edghill, Minister of Tourism and International Transport for Barbados, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). The election took place during the CTO’s Annual General Meeting, held in the Cayman Islands on September 3, 2024. Minister Gooding-Edghill’s election marks a significant moment for…
Barbados is thrilled to announce its latest summer marketing campaign, designed to entice travellers to experience the unparalleled beauty of the island. With exclusive offers and incredible incentives, this campaign is set to captivate singles, couples, and groups looking for a memorable getaway, “Say Hello to Barbados: The Island of Rewards!” Booking Window: August 6th, 2024…
While we’re already halfway through 2024, things in Barbados are only getting started. There is so much to see and do before we welcome a new year. Here are just 5 events not to miss in Barbados before the end of the year. Crop Over 2024 – July & August The remainder of 2024 commences…
Barbados has been nominated in several categories of the prestigious World Culinary Awards, solidifying the island’s status as the premier culinary destination in the Caribbean. Now in its 5th year, the World Culinary Awards is a global initiative which recognizes and rewards excellence in the culinary industry through its annual awards programme. For 2024, The Barbados Food…
Since its inception in July 2020, the Barbados Welcome Stamp programme has significantly impacted the island’s economy and global perception as a remote work destination. This initiative, launched by the Barbados government in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, allows individuals and families to live and work remotely in Barbados for up to 12 months….
The Barbados Horticultural Society’s display immersed visitors in the vibrant rhythms and colours of Barbadian culture. The Barbados Horticultural Society (BHS) has won Gold at the Chelsea Flower Show, making it their 22nd Gold award. The theme of “Ahoy! Barbados Landship 1864” paid homage to the vibrant cultural heritage of the Barbados Landship Association – a cultural…