The Caribbean Tourism Organization is advancing a regional approach to technology that places local people, businesses and cultural values at its centre. Its World Tourism Day programme includes an AI Tourism Bootcamp on September 28, 2026, to help tourism professionals turn digital ideas into practical tools. The initiative comes as travellers increasingly use digital services […]
The United States has expanded economic pressure on Cuba through new sanctions targeting state-linked organisations and individuals, creating fresh uncertainty for tourism investment, infrastructure development and international business activity across the Caribbean nation. The latest measures include restrictions affecting Cuban state-owned enterprises connected with strategic economic sectors, alongside individuals and organisations linked to the government.
Ocean Signature Resorts is preparing a major wave of Caribbean resort upgrades for winter 2026, strengthening premium holiday experiences across Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic. The programme includes property renovations, upgraded accommodation, enhanced dining and wellness facilities, and expansion of the company’s adults-only luxury offering. Together, the changes target travellers seeking more personalised stays
Curaçao is strengthening its position in the Caribbean luxury tourism market as Baoase Luxury Resort gains greater international recognition and highlights the island’s growing appeal among travellers seeking privacy, personalised hospitality and experience-led holidays. Located close to Willemstad, Baoase represents a boutique approach to high-end Caribbean hospitality. Its private lagoon environment, luxury villas, personalised services
The Government of The Bahamas has advised citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Cuba as shortages of fuel, unreliable electricity and disruption to basic services create growing uncertainty for travelers across the island. The official advisory, issued on June 5, 2026, warns that challenges affecting electricity supply, transportation and access to basic goods and
Saint Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Antigua and Barbuda, Trinidad and Tobago, Cuba and other Caribbean destinations are entering a more challenging travel period as sharply higher jet fuel prices increase pressure on airline operating costs and raise concerns about airfare affordability. The Caribbean Tourism Organization reported that the region welcomed an estimated 35 million
A major dispute is escalating across the Caribbean tourism industry as hotel operators and regional tourism leaders push back against a controversial Booking.com commission policy that would reportedly apply platform commissions to government-imposed hotel taxes such as VAT and GST. Tourism organizations warn that the move could significantly increase operational costs for accommodation providers while
The Caribbean is facing a deepening travel and tourism crisis as Aruba joins Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Jamaica, Cuba, Barbados, Colombia, Trinidad and Tobago, and several other destinations struggling with severe fuel and energy pressures that are disrupting flights, increasing travel costs, and threatening regional tourism recovery during the critical summer season. Soaring fuel prices, strained
A growing Caribbean tourism crisis is unfolding as Puerto Rico, Barbados, Jamaica, Cuba, Bahamas, Colombia, and Brazil implement emergency measures to combat soaring fuel prices, rising import costs, and worsening energy shortages. The crisis is placing intense pressure on airlines, hotels, and tourism infrastructure, threatening the recovery of one of the world’s most travel-dependent regions.
Dominican Republic hits 11.6 million visitors in 2025 as strong demand from the US and Americas fuels record tourism growth and economic gains.
Hyatt delays reopening of seven major Jamaica resorts until November 2026 due to hurricane damage, impacting tourism and prompting extensive restoration.
The U.S. government shutdown disrupts Caribbean tourism as FAA orders major flight reductions and delays across 40 U.S. airports.
